Seventh/Eighth Grade ELA and Science Teacher

Job Title: Teacher

Job Status: Permanent/Full Time

Contact: Miss Diane McCaughan, President

Elizabeth Waltrich, Principal

E-Mail: dmccaughan@materdeicatholic.com

ewaltrich@materdeicatholic.com

Job Description:

Mater Dei Catholic School, located in the heart of Montgomery County, is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated educator to serve as a full-time Middle School teacher, responsible for departmental English Language Arts and Science classes in Grades 7 and 8 for the 2025-2026 school year. This position includes serving as the 7th Grade Homeroom Teacher.

Rooted in the hallmarks of Faith, Excellence, Service, and Community, Mater Dei Catholic Schools offers a dynamic learning environment where teachers are empowered to grow, lead, and inspire. We are looking for a professional educator who will uphold our Catholic values and help guide students academically and personally during this formative stage of middle school.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

• Departmental Teaching Model: Deliver focused instruction in both ELA and Science within a structured, departmentalized setting for 7th and 8th grades.
• Collaborative Team Culture: Join a highly supportive and collegial team of middle school educators who plan and problem-solve together for student success.
• Leadership as 7th Grade Homeroom Teacher: Guide students in their academic and social development through homeroom leadership and mentorship.
• Technology-Integrated Instruction: Engage students using iPads, Smart Boards, and Chromebooks in a 1:1 environment.
• Professional Development Support: Grow your career through our Seat of Wisdom Scholarship Program, which provides graduate tuition reimbursement for educators pursuing advanced degrees.

We Are Looking for Candidates Who

• Are committed to upholding and modeling Catholic values in the school community
• Have relevant experience teaching in a middle school setting.
• Demonstrate skill in differentiated instruction and using technology to enhance student engagement.
• Value and contribute to a positive, team-oriented professional culture.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and faculty.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
• Certification in English Language Arts and/or Science (or ability to obtain).
• Relevant classroom experience required; middle school experience strongly preferred.

Join Mater Dei Catholic School and become part of a dedicated faculty committed to shaping students who are academically prepared, faith-filled, and service-minded.

Apply today and bring your passion for teaching to a community where every child is known, loved, and challenged to grow.

Qualified and interested candidates please send your resume and cover letter to the Principal at the e-mail address noted above. Clearances will be required as well as other documentation if the position is offered. Please download the Teacher Application attached for a list of documents that will be needed.

If the position is offered, the candidate will be required to complete the “Protecting God’s Children” training through the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.