Teacher

Stella Maris Academy
Position Title: Teacher
Location: San Francisco, CA
School Type: Catholic Classical School (K-8)
Position Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $62,194 - $104,931
Start Date: August 2026

About Stella Maris Academy

Stella Maris Academy is a Catholic classical school rooted in the intellectual, spiritual, and liturgical tradition of the Church. Our mission is to form students in wisdom and virtue through a time-tested classical curriculum, faithful Catholic formation, and a school culture ordered toward truth, goodness, and beauty. Grounded in the classical liberal arts and guided by the teachings of the Catholic Church, Stella Maris Academy partners closely with families to cultivate students who think clearly, speak eloquently, act virtuously, and love what is good.

Position Overview

Stella Maris Academy is seeking applications from qualified and mission-aligned educators for current and future teaching opportunities. This posting is not limited to a specific grade level or subject area. We welcome applications from teachers who are enthusiastic about classical education and interested in joining a faithful, joyful, and academically serious school community.

Key Responsibilities

Depending on assignment, responsibilities may include:
Teaching in accordance with the classical liberal arts tradition
Implementing a curriculum grounded in theology, phonics, classical literature, Latin, history, mathematics, and the sciences
Integrating Catholic faith and moral formation across subjects
Establishing an orderly, joyful, and disciplined classroom culture
Collaborating with colleagues, administrators, and parents
Participating in school liturgical life, professional development, and community events
Supporting the school's mission and upholding its Catholic identity

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required (advanced degree preferred)
Teaching experience strongly preferred
Commitment to the teachings and moral vision of the Catholic Church
Familiarity with or openness to classical pedagogy
Strong classroom management skills and professional demeanor
Excellent communication and organizational abilities
Practicing Catholic preferred (required for certain roles)

What We Offer

A mission-driven and supportive school culture
Small class sizes and strong parental partnership
Opportunities for professional growth in classical and Catholic education
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
The joy of teaching in a school ordered toward truth, beauty, and holiness

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following to employment@stellamarissf.org :

A cover letter expressing interest in Catholic classical education
A current resume or CV
References (may be requested at a later stage)
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as teaching needs arise.

ARCHDIOCESAN STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
All employees of the Archdiocese of San Francisco shall be employed without regard to race, color, sex, ethnic or national origin, and pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment, qualified applicants with criminal historiesSend applications or inquiries to: employment@stellamarissf.org

Pay: $62,000.00 - $104,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $62,000 - $104,000