Why St. Michael’s Prep?

Located in the hills of southwest Austin, Texas, St. Michael’s Catholic Preparatory School is an outstanding co-educational Independent Catholic school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade in Austin, Texas. The Lower School is comprised of PreK 3-4th grades, the Middle School houses grades 5-8, and the Upper School contains grades 9-12. We are distinguished by our Catholic tradition, a welcoming and diverse community, excellent academic programs, and a variety of extracurricular activities. Additionally, we are a technology-rich school. Thus, teachers and staff are expected to demonstrate meaningful skill with technology and an enthusiasm for technological growth in order to create authentic learning experiences for their students. Teachers and staff at St. Michael’s Prep further serve as role models that inspire students to think critically, reflect, explore, and apply their faith concretely to their lives. We are one community with three divisions, united in our commitment to put students first as we educate them in mind, body, and spirit.

Our values: Integrity, Courage, & Excellence

Our mission: St. Michael’s Prep cultivates a transformative, Independent school experience rooted in Catholic spirituality where we seek excellence in every pursuit and form virtuous leaders who positively impact the world.

We are anchored by the Catholic Social Teachings (CST) and promote inclusion by advocating for a society based on love and justice, where all people have inherent dignity. We are passionate about cultivating a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment, celebrating and supporting differences.

We employ and optimize practices that promote growth of critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and creativity.

Ideal Candidates

Ideal candidates for positions at our school are experienced in and continue to develop expertise in social-emotional learning, project-based learning, innovative teaching strategies, technology-rich and differentiated instruction. Ideal candidates thrive in a collaborative environment designing and delivering innovative and creative cross-curricular instructional units to students with diverse learning styles and needs.

Summary of Position

St. Michael’s Catholic Preparatory School seeks a dynamic, experienced, and collaborative 5th Grade English Language Arts Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The candidate must work well on a team, have excellent oral and written communication skills with colleagues and the community, and be a motivated, life-long learner. Experience integrating reading and academic writing instruction is preferred. St. Michael’s Prep believes in teaching to the whole child, focusing on social and emotional development alongside a child’s academic progress. We know that children learn best and will take the necessary risks in the learning process when they feel confident, comfortable, and secure in their learning environment; therefore, we look to employ educators who value building relationships and teaching social and emotional skills in addition to providing excellent academic instruction.

This middle school position entails teaching four sections of classes, one elective, and serving as a grade-level advisor. This is a full-time, 10-month faculty position that begins August 2026. The employee will report to the Head of Middle School.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design a comprehensive program of study aligned with the PK-12th grade curriculum, tailored to meet students' diverse needs, interests, and abilities.
• Deliver feedback to students and parents through diverse channels, including progress reports, conferences, calls, emails, and individual meetings, providing insightful comments and targeted guidance for improvement.
• Adjust teaching methods to accommodate students with identified learning differences, adhering to outlined accommodations in Student Support Plans.
• Exhibit organizational skills, creativity, and a collaborative approach while working with colleagues from various curricular departments.
• Utilize a variety of formative and summative assessments to gauge student understanding.
• Attend a grade-level retreat in the Fall semester and an Intersession trip in the second semester.
• Teach one elective course; designed in collaboration with the Head of Middle School.
• Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned, including supervision during lunch, recess, and carpool duties.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• A collaborative and curious approach to teaching and learning
• A bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
• At least two years of teaching experience required
• English Language Arts teaching experience in independent schools is preferred
• Experience as a student advisor is preferred

Qualified candidates should complete an online application for employment and attach a cover letter and résumé. You will receive an email confirming receipt of your application and additional details to complete the application process. Contact Dr. Laura Lopez, Head of Middle School at llopez@smcprep.org with any questions.

St. Michael’s Catholic Preparatory School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers equal employment opportunity to all applicants for employment and all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, application for military service, or any other status protected by applicable law.