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Middle School English Language Arts Teacher
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School, Dunedin, Florida
20262027 School Year | Full-Time
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School is seeking a full-time Middle School English Language Arts Teacher for the 20262027 school year.
This position requires certification in Middle School English/Language Arts.
The English Language Arts program focuses on developing strong skills in reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking. Students engage with a range of literature and informational texts, learning to analyze, interpret, and communicate ideas clearly and effectively. Instruction emphasizes meaningful discussion, purposeful writing, and helping students make connections between what they read and the world around them.
We are looking for a teacher who:
- Supports and actively lives out the mission and core values of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School
- Creates an engaging, structured classroom where all students are actively involved in learning
- Brings energy, clarity, and strong instructional practices to reading and writing instruction
- Inspires a love of literature while building essential writing and communication skills
- Builds positive relationships with students while maintaining clear expectations
- Collaborates well with colleagues and contributes to a strong school culture
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School is a faith-filled community dedicated to academic excellence, strong relationships, and forming students to become the best version of themselves.
Requirements:
- Valid Florida teaching certification in English/Language Arts (or eligibility to obtain)
- Successful completion of fingerprinting and background screening
- Completion of all required diocesan training and certifications
Qualified candidates should be passionate about teaching, committed to excellence, and ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of middle school students.
Mission Statement
The mission of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School is to educate, ignite, and empower each other to become the best version of ourselves while actively living our Catholic faith. Through the power of exceptional teaching and learning, we excel academically. Our relationships inspire the powers of teamwork, service, and creativity. As part of our parish faith family, our mission makes the world a better place.
Core Values
Love Service Learning Integrity Courage