Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/Primary - Grades 1, 2, 3
Date Posted: 5/1/2026
Location: St. Jude School
Date Available: 2026-2027 School Year
1st Grade Teacher (Full-Time)St. Jude School - Elyria, OhioSt. Jude School in Elyria, Ohio is seeking a nurturing and enthusiastic
1st Grade Teacher to join our elementary team. This is a full-time position beginning in the 2026 2027 school year.
The ideal candidate will create a warm, structured, and engaging classroom environment where young learners can grow academically, socially, and spiritually. We are looking for someone who brings energy, patience, and a love for early elementary education.
About St. Jude School:St. Jude is a thriving Catholic school community with strong enrollment and a growing waitlist. We are proud of our welcoming environment, supportive staff, and commitment to helping every child succeed.
Key Responsibilities:- Serve as a 1st grade homeroom teacher
- Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate instruction across all core subjects
- Foster early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills
- Create a positive and structured classroom environment
- Use hands-on learning, centers, and engaging instructional strategies
- Communicate effectively with families
- Collaborate with colleagues and support staff to meet student needs
- Support and model the values of our Catholic faith
Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Education (or related field)
- Valid Ohio teaching license (or ability to obtain)
- Experience or strong interest in early elementary education
- Strong classroom management and organizational skills
- A caring, patient, and positive approach with young learners
- Willingness to support the mission of Catholic education
- One year experience in the classroom
What We Offer:- A supportive and collaborative staff
- Engaged families and students
- Strong school leadership
- A faith-filled, positive school culture
- A growing school with strong enrollment and stability
If you are passionate about helping young learners build a strong foundation and love coming to school each day, we encourage you to apply.
To Apply:Please submit your resume, cover letter, and references to Molly Hibler, principal. mhibler@stjudejaguars.org
We would like to interview for this position in mid-May.