St. Mary Lancaster 1st Grade Teacher Full-Time Catholic Preferred but Not Required   St. Mary School, located at 309 E. Chestnut Street in Lancaster, is seeking a 1st Grade Teacher for the 2026/2027 school year.     Requirements: 

• Hold an appropriate Ohio Teaching License (Professional, Permanent, or Resident Educator) or be eligible to obtain one before beginning to teach
• Current satisfactory BCI & FBI background checks
• Have attended or be willing to attend a Virtus Protecting God's Children training
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

See the job description below for more information.  Please apply for this position at the bottom of the page.     JOB DESCRIPTION FOR TEACHERS   TITLE: Teacher   QUALIFICATIONS: Appropriate state certification/license:

1. as required by the grade levels and subjects taught
2. Religious Education certification as required by the diocese

  RESPONSIBLE TO: Principal   JOB GOAL: To assist students in mastering the skills and information in the school curriculum while helping them to grow in faith and responsibility.   THE EIGHT STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCY INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT NECESSARILY LIMITED TO, THE FOLLOWING STANDARDS:

1. Teachers in the Catholic Schools of the Diocese of Columbus know, understand and contribute to the integration of Catholic teachings and virtues throughout the curriculum and school culture as it supports faith formation and student learning.
2. Teachers understand student learning, development, and faith formation while respecting the diversity of students.
3. Teachers know and understand the content for which they have instructional responsibility.
4. Teachers understand and use varied assessments to inform instruction, evaluate and ensure student learning
5. Teachers plan and deliver effective instruction that advances the learning of each individual student.
6. Teachers create Christ-centered learning environments that promote high levels of learning and achievement for all students.
7. Teachers collaborate and communicate with students, parents, other educators, administrators and the faith community to support student development, learning and faith.
8. Teachers assume responsibility for their professional academic/spiritual growth, performance, and involvement as an individual and as a member of a Catholic learning community.