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8th Grade Homeroom - Saint James School

St. James Catholic School
San Francisco, CA
Catholic School Teaching Jobs : K-12

8th Grade Homeroom Middle School Literature & English Job Posting: Full Time School Name: St. James Catholic School School Address: 321 Fair Oaks, SF, CA 94110 Join Our Warm and Welcoming St. James Catholic School Community St. James Catholic School is a faith-filled elementary school serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade in the heart of San Francisco, nestled between the vibrant Mission District and Noe Valley. For over a century, we have remained steadfast in our mission to educate the whole child—academically, spiritually, and socially—while embracing the diverse cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds of our students. As part of the Archdiocese of San Francisco, we offer a nurturing environment enriched by strong Catholic values and a commitment to excellence in education. At St. James, we are more than a school—we are a family. With an average class size of 15 students, we foster deep connections among students, families, and educators. Many of our students have siblings and cousins across grade levels, contributing to the close-knit, supportive atmosphere that defines our community. We see our work as a vocation, a special calling to guide and uplift our students. Through personalized support, goal setting, and strong partnerships with parents, we ensure that every child reaches their full academic potential. We are seeking passionate, dedicated educators who are committed to high standards, organization, and collaboration. The ideal candidate values continuous growth, recognizes the profound trust families place in us, and is eager to contribute to our legacy of excellence in Catholic education. We invite you to visit us, experience our welcoming community, and explore the opportunity to make a meaningful impact at St. James Catholic School. About the School: St. James is a Catholic grammar school located between the Mission District and Noe Valley, two of San Francisco’s most dynamic and vibrant communities. For more than 100 years, St. James Catholic School has remained dedicated to living its mission of educating the whole child, and today proudly serves grade K - 8 students representing diverse cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds, with all the services afforded by the Archdiocese of San Francisco. Learn more about our school at www.saintjamessf.org . Job Description: St. James Catholic School seeks a candidate who: ● is passionate about teaching motivated, intelligent students ● has experience in Catholic education ● can teach with advanced technology ● has strong classroom management experience
● The Teacher will: ● Have experience with lesson planning middle school Literature & English. (6th, 7th and 8th) ● Assess and report students’ progress to their families ● Support all students in a nurturing classroom and school environment ● Cover school yard supervision duties and other duties as scheduled ● Attend faculty and assigned committee meetings as scheduled ● Comply with all COVID site safety plan protocols and complete COVID-specific safety training during onboarding ● Support other duties as assigned Teaching Subjects: The teacher will present middle school (6th, 7th, & 8th) Literature and English lessons. The teacher will work closely with the principal and curriculum coordinator. Required Skills & Qualifications: ● Possession of a valid California teaching credential or a credential from another state ● Preferable experience with Middle School Science and English Curriculum ● Pre-employment fingerprinting and background check screenings ● Willingness to follow all COVID site safety protocols ● Deep understanding of the Catholic faith and the mission of Catholic schools ● Ability to use tact, discretion, and confidentiality with student and school information ● Ability to effectively interact with a diverse community of learners, educators, and families. Preferred Skills & Qualifications: ● Bachelor's degree in education or related field ● Preferred but not required fluency Spanish ● Proficient in G-Suite, Freckle, Zoom / RingCentral, and similar teaching software ● Preferable at least three years prior teaching experience This is a full-time, exempt position $59, 515-$114,587 base salary. The position includes comprehensive benefits, including medical and vision coverage. STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: All school staff within the Archdiocese of San Francisco shall be employed without regard to race, color, sex, ethnic, or national origin; pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories. Application Instructions: Please send application materials (cover letter and résumé), or share any questions about the position, to: Mr. Alex Endo Principal 321 Fair Oaks Street San Francisco, CA 94110 aendo@sjsSF.net 2

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alex endo
St. James Catholic School
321 Fair Oaks
San Francisco, CA 94110
aendo@sjsSF.net