3rd Grade Teacher

About Holy Name

Founded in 1953, Holy Name serves students in pre-kindergarten through grade 6. Holy Name is located in West Roxbury, MA. Holy Name offers a rigorous academic program designed to educate the whole child.

Mission Statement

The Holy Name Parish School Mission is to engage students in a positive, challenging program. We encourage lifelong learning and the development of responsible, productive, faith-centered citizens of the world.

Central to our identity is a respectful Catholic community that integrates faith formation, a commitment to values, and the academic education of the whole child within a nurturing environment.

Position: Early Elementary (Kindergarten through Second Grade)

Kindergarten, first, and second grade classrooms are self-contained. Teachers teach ELA, math, science, social studies, and religion. Kindergarten classrooms have an instructional aide.

Essential Duties

Serve as the lead teacher at the kindergarten, first, or second grade level

If applicable, develop a positive and productive relationship with the instructional aide

Implement the designed curriculum and programs (academic, social-emotional, and religious/spiritual)

Work collaboratively on curriculum implementation, instructional practice, and teaching and learning cycles with your partner teacher, colleagues, and instructional coaches

Prepare classroom lessons and activities according to best practices and the school’s instructional vision

Adapt and modify techniques and materials for effectiveness as necessary under the guidance of administration or instructional coaches

Additional Responsibilities

Create a safe, nurturing classroom utilizing the school’s social-emotional learning program

Monitor and report on student academic and developmental progress to parents

Maintain accurate and complete student records and maintain the confidentiality of those records.

Communicate clearly, consistently, and positively with parents via all appropriate mediums including in-person meetings

Attend to assigned supervisory duties (i.e., arrival and dismissal, lunch, recess, etc.).

Actively participate in faculty/staff meetings, professional development workshops, and faculty retreats

Meet all professional development requirements set forth by the school, regulatory agencies, or partner programs

Follow policies and procedures set forth by the school and parish in faculty/staff handbooks and manuals

Professional Dispositions

Incorporate a whole-child educational approach into classroom teaching

Utilize effective communication strategies with students

A willingness to engage in meaningful collaboration with colleagues

Be well-organized and able to meet timelines and deadlines

Ability to handle sensitive, timely, and critical matters that require good judgment, respect, and discretion

Maintain current knowledge of educational research and trends; attend professional development conferences, seminars, trainings and in-service activities.

Qualifications

BA in education or related field

Prior teaching experience preferred

Experience teaching with Amplify CKLA and Origo Stepping Stones is a plus

Employment Status:

Full-Time/Salaried/Exempt/Benefit-Eligible

Work Schedule and Calendar:

The position works according to the academic calendar inclusive of professional development and opening/closing teacher meetings with availability beginning August 25, 2025.

The daily schedule is outlined by the faculty/staff handbook.

Working Conditions and Environment

The responsibilities of the position will be fulfilled in a school environment that may require:

Extended periods of standing

Exposure to outdoor weather conditions

Lifting up to 25 lbs

Carrying materials and equipment

Elevated noise levels

The duties and requirements described above are representative of those encountered during performance of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Founded in 1953, Holy Name serves students in pre-kindergarten through grade 6. Holy Name is located in West Roxbury, MA. Holy Name offers a rigorous academic program designed to educate the whole child.

Mission Statement

The Holy Name Parish School Mission is to engage students in a positive, challenging program. We encourage lifelong learning and the development of responsible, productive, faith-centered citizens of the world.

Central to our identity is a respectful Catholic community that integrates faith formation, a commitment to values, and the academic education of the whole child within a nurturing environment.

Position: Early Elementary (Kindergarten through Second Grade)

Kindergarten, first, and second grade classrooms are self-contained. Teachers teach ELA, math, science, social studies, and religion. Kindergarten classrooms have an instructional aide.

Essential Duties

Serve as the lead teacher at the kindergarten, first, or second grade level

If applicable, develop a positive and productive relationship with the instructional aide

Implement the designed curriculum and programs (academic, social-emotional, and religious/spiritual)

Work collaboratively on curriculum implementation, instructional practice, and teaching and learning cycles with your partner teacher, colleagues, and instructional coaches

Prepare classroom lessons and activities according to best practices and the school’s instructional vision

Adapt and modify techniques and materials for effectiveness as necessary under the guidance of administration or instructional coaches

Additional Responsibilities

Create a safe, nurturing classroom utilizing the school’s social-emotional learning program

Monitor and report on student academic and developmental progress to parents

Maintain accurate and complete student records and maintain the confidentiality of those records.

Communicate clearly, consistently, and positively with parents via all appropriate mediums including in-person meetings

Attend to assigned supervisory duties (i.e., arrival and dismissal, lunch, recess, etc.).

Actively participate in faculty/staff meetings, professional development workshops, and faculty retreats

Meet all professional development requirements set forth by the school, regulatory agencies, or partner programs

Follow policies and procedures set forth by the school and parish in faculty/staff handbooks and manuals

Professional Dispositions

Incorporate a whole-child educational approach into classroom teaching

Utilize effective communication strategies with students

A willingness to engage in meaningful collaboration with colleagues

Be well-organized and able to meet timelines and deadlines

Ability to handle sensitive, timely, and critical matters that require good judgment, respect, and discretion

Maintain current knowledge of educational research and trends; attend professional development conferences, seminars, trainings and in-service activities.

Qualifications

BA in education or related field

Prior teaching experience preferred

Experience teaching with Amplify CKLA and Origo Stepping Stones is a plus

Employment Status:

Full-Time/Salaried/Exempt/Benefit-Eligible

Work Schedule and Calendar:

The position works according to the academic calendar inclusive of professional development and opening/closing teacher meetings with availability beginning August 25, 2025.

The daily schedule is outlined by the faculty/staff handbook.

Working Conditions and Environment

The responsibilities of the position will be fulfilled in a school environment that may require:

Extended periods of standing

Exposure to outdoor weather conditions

Lifting up to 25 lbs

Carrying materials and equipment

Elevated noise levels

The duties and requirements described above are representative of those encountered during performance of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type:Full-time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Daniel Chisholm , Principal
• 535 West Roxbury Pkwy
• West Roxbury, Massachusetts 02132
• Phone: 617 325-9338
• Email: