Summary
Location
St. Louis
Type
full-time
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About this role
The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a a dynamic future. We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Phillppine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area. The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.
Job Summary
Location: St. Frances Cabrini Academy
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
St. Frances Cabrini Academy is seeking a dedicated and mission‑driven ESL Teacher to support English language learners through targeted instruction and skill development. This role is ideal for an educator who is passionate about working with students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and who thrives in a collaborative, student‑centered environment.
Position Overview
The ESL Teacher will work closely with classroom teachers to provide small‑group and individualized instruction that reinforces language acquisition and academic skills. Support may be delivered through a pull‑out model, push‑in model, or a combination of both, depending on student needs. The teacher will play a key role in helping students build confidence, develop English proficiency, and succeed across subject areas.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide small‑group or in‑class (push‑in) instruction to English language learners.
- Deliver supplementary lessons that reinforce vocabulary, reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to support language development within core academic instruction.
- Assess student progress and adjust instruction to meet individual learning needs.
- Maintain accurate records of student performance and instructional plans.
- Communicate regularly with teachers, administrators, and families regarding student growth.
- Create a welcoming, supportive environment that values cultural diversity.
- Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and school community events.
Qualifications
- State teaching certification required; ESL or TESOL certification preferred.
- Experience working with English language learners or multilingual students is highly valued.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills.
- Enthusiasm for working with children from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to provide effective instruction in both pull‑out and push‑in settings.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is patient, culturally responsive, and passionate about helping students grow in both language proficiency and confidence. They bring creativity to their instruction, work well with colleagues, and foster an inclusive learning environment where every child feels supported and valued.
The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.
Pre-Employment Screening
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.
Other facts
About Archdiocese of St. Louis
As Catholics in the Archdiocese of St. Louis, in communion with the Bishop of Rome, we are called by our Lord Jesus Christ to be His Church and live His Gospel. With joy, we strive to fulfill our Baptismal calling by prayer and worship, teaching and sharing our faith, serving others, and fostering unity in diversity. Guided by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to the responsible stewardship of all God's gifts.
What you'll do
- The ESL Teacher will provide small-group and individualized instruction to English language learners, collaborating with classroom teachers to support language development. They will assess student progress and maintain accurate records while creating a welcoming environment that values cultural diversity.
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