Employment

The teacher not only stimulates the acquisition of knowledge and understanding, but serves as a consistent, joyful and living witness to the teachings of Christ. Catholic schools are called to serve all students. St. Mary's Cathedral School provides an inclusive education for students Montessori Preschool through Grade 5.  Experience in working with children in special education is preferred.

The Special Education Teacher will oversee the education and training of students with physical, emotional, mental, and learning disabilities.

Specific duties include:
● Works with Principal to ensure all students with exceptional needs (special education, dyslexia, Title I) are receiving appropriate support.
● Collaborate with general education teachers, to adapt lessons to meet the needs of the students.
● Develop individual learning plans for each student.
● Implement plans, assess students’ performance, and track their progress.
● Update plans throughout the school year to reflect students’ progress.
● Teach students as a class, small group, and one/on/one through pull out and push in.
● Research, adopt or develop a systematic program to be used to meet the needs of students. ● Coach/ mentor other professionals who work with students with disabilities.
● Provide teachers with strategies, recommendations for accommodations, and all support necessary so they are able to meet the needs of allstudents in their classroom.
● Collaborate with support staff (counselors, therapists, interventionists, tutors) to create holistic intervention plans.
● Partner with parents through communication and conferencing to keep them informed on the progress of their child.
● Discuss students’ progress with parents, administrators, teachers, and counselors.
● Prepare students to transition to the next grade.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's Degree and meet the minimum requirements for classroom teachers as setforth by the Diocese and TCCBED. Candidate must hold a certification through SBEC in special education.  All interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Principal, Lydia O'Rear at orear@stmarysamarillo.com 

We are currently accepting applications for the 2022-2023 school year for teaching positions. 

Desired applicants will fulfill the mission of Catholic School by modeling the teachings and tradition of the Church, providing engaging and active instruction, possessing content knowledge and teaching experience, while nurturing the students sense of wonder and natural curiousity.  Candidates must also possess excellent classroom management skills and be able to engage the students with different learning styles.

The preferred candidate is compassionate, responsible, collaborative and experienced.  The educator must be willing to go the "extra mile" in the working environment.  Interested applicants should be passionate about working with children and creating a positive learning environment for all.  The candidate must possess good written and oral communication skills as well as being able to msater use of online instructional tools.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor's Degree and meet the minimum requirements for classroom teachers as setforth by the Diocese and TCCBED.  All interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to Principal, Lydia O'Rear at orear@stmarysamarillo.com 

The music teacher plans, guides and evaluates the learning process of students in music instruction, directs the student choir, oversees the Advent Program for elementary and Montessori, and prepares/performs music for school liturgies.  This position reports to the Principal and has decision-making responsibilities within the framework of school policies, philosophy, organization and curriculum. 

If interested, please email a cover letter and resume to Principal, Lydia O'Rear at orear@stmarysamarillo.com

Minimum requirements HS diploma or GED preferred.  No more than 29 hours per week and flexibility in scheduling.
Experience working in youth camps, daycare, schools, or similar experience is beneficial.
If interested, email a resume and cover letter to Principal, Lydia O'Rear at orear@stmarysamarillo.com.

The physical education teacher works to promote student health, athletic skill and safety.  The position allows the educator to provide a creative, innovative curriculum that is stimulating and challenging for the students.  Responsibilities include teaching a developmentally appropriate physical education program, developing lessons involving participation, creativity, problem-solving and healthy competition, being a self-starter who enjoys collaborating as a team player.

Certification in an appropriate/related field is preferred, as well as a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university. 

If interested, email a cover letter and resume to Principal, Lydia O'Rear at orear@stmarysamarillo.com