Catholic First Grade Teacher

We are seeking a part-time First Grade Teacher to teach in a classical and Catholic classroom for up to 14 hours per week during the 2026-27 academic year at the center near Portland, Oregon, in Camas, Washington. You do not need a teaching certification or formal teaching experience to apply. We will teach you everything you need to know. The right applicant may have experience homeschooling or working with homeschool children, ministry in your Catholic parish, teaching Religious Education or Catechism classes, teaching your own children, or perhaps teaching in a classical or private school (although not required). The ideal applicant will also have strong communication skills, good organization, timeliness, a traditional view of the student/teacher relationship, and must be living the Catholic faith day-to-day, including having received all the sacraments appropriate to his or her state in life. Regina Caeli Academy (www.rcahybrid.org), is a classical homeschool academy in the Catholic tradition. RCA is a national organization that offers instruction in a formal Socratic classroom setting on Mondays and Thursdays. To learn more about our program, visit www.rcahybrid.org. This position is hourly, and childcare/nursery is provided for children up to two years old. Please see our Vacation and Holy Days here. No additional vacation days are given (although accommodations are made for sick days as needed). Applicants must be able to sign an Oath of Fidelity to the Catholic Church and have a deep love for children and the Catholic faith. Curriculum and grading guidelines are provided. Tutors and assistants are trained to provide instruction and classroom management according to RCA standards. All staff complete a background check and RCA Safe Child training prior to teaching at Regina Caeli Academy. Applicant must be available to attend staff training August 11, 12, and 13, 2026.Center hours during the academic year are Mondays and Thursdays 8:45am - 3:15pm.  All employees of Regina Caeli are required to have a clear background check