Elementary Teacher (5th Grade)

Job Description

Stella Maris College Preparatory School in Stamford, CT, is an independent, faithful Catholic school for all boys Grades 1 through 12, under the direction of the Disciples of the Hearts of Jesus and Mary priests. We are currently seeking a Fifth Grade Homeroom Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year and onwards. Take a look inside the Stella Maris experience by watching our video here: https://youtu.be/57cWvJfjGdc.

To Apply: Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume and list of references, addressed to Fr. Tomas Sastre at father.tomas@stellamarisstamford.org.

Essential Qualities:
• Practicing Roman Catholic, in good standing
• Vocation for teaching, caring deeply for students
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills, self-starter, well-organized, team player
• Flexibility in assessing educational needs and strategies and ability to adapt appropriately
• Willingness to learn how to implement Stella Maris' unique method and curriculum

Responsibilities/Capabilities:
• Facilitate success and growth in students' academic and interpersonal skills through implementing Stella Maris method and curriculum
• Support the Disciples of the Hearts of Jesus and Mary priests and their mission of providing a faithful and well-rounded Catholic education
• More details will be presented during the personal interview

Degree/Experience Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment
• Successful prior teaching experience (3-20 years) for the appropriate grade level preferred
• Master's degree preferred

About the Employer

Stella Maris College Preparatory School in Stamford, CT, is an independent, faithful Catholic school for all boys Grades 1 through 12, under the direction of the Disciples of the Hearts of Jesus and Mary priests. Under the motto "Two Schools, One Family," we offer single-sex education on a co-educational campus. We operate in partnership with Mater Salvatoris College Preparatory School for girls and boys in Pre-K and Kindergarten and for all girls Grades 1 through 12. Stella Maris and Mater Salvatoris are located on a beautiful 20-acre property at 926 Newfield Avenue in Stamford, CT.