St. Matthew Catholic School

4th Grade Elementary Teacher

St. Matthew Catholic School is a vibrant K-8 Catholic school serving more than 600 students in the heart of San Mateo. Our mission is to form saints and scholars by providing a rigorous academic education rooted in the Catholic faith. We strive to develop students who are PEARLS - People of strong character, Effective communicators, Active Christians, Responsible citizens, and Lifelong learners.

Our faculty enjoy a collaborative teaching environment with strong instructional support, engaged families, and a Leadership Team committed to helping every educator succeed. Teachers work closely with partner teachers, instructional aides, resource staff, and school leadership to ensure every student reaches his or her God-given potential.

Position Summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative 4th Grade Teacher to join our elementary faculty. The teacher is responsible for creating an engaging, academically rigorous, and faith-filled classroom environment that supports the intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual development of each student.

The ideal candidate is a caring and skilled educator who values collaboration, builds strong relationships with students and families, and is committed to helping students grow as both scholars and people of character. The 4th Grade Teacher works closely with grade-level partners, instructional aides, Resource Teachers, and school leadership to differentiate instruction and support the success of all learners.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Commitment to supporting and embracing the Catholic mission, values, and traditions of St. Matthew Catholic School
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for teamwork, collaboration, and collective efficacy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to establish a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Valid California teaching credential, equivalent out-of-state credential, or currently working toward a California teaching credential
• Previous elementary classroom teaching experience
• Experience teaching in a Catholic or independent school
• Master's degree or other advanced education
• Experience integrating instructional technology,  including various devices, document camera, Google, SmartBoard and other classroom learning technologies

Responsibilities:

• Support Saint Matthew Catholic School’s mission, philosophy, and SLE’s
• Prepare, deliver, and assess (engaging and interactive) lessons/units based on Archdiocesan Curriculum Guidelines
• Document student learning and report (communicate) regularly to administration and parents
• Communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues, students, and parents
• Supervise students inside and outside of the classroom, maintaining good rapport with students and effective classroom management.
• Perform all other duties outlined in our Faculty Handbook or assigned by the Deans.

Salary & Total Compensation:
Position: Full-Time, Exempt
Compensation: Compensation follows the Archdiocese of San Francisco 2026–2027 Instructional Staff Salary Schedule, with placement based on credentials and applicable years of teaching experience.

Anticipated Salary Range: $62,194 - $119,743 annually, depending on credentials and applicable teaching experience.

In addition to salary, eligible employees receive a comprehensive Archdiocesan benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; an employer-funded pension plan; employer-paid life insurance; long-term disability coverage; an optional 403(b) retirement savings plan; flexible spending accounts; paid sick leave; and school holidays and breaks.

The estimated total value of compensation, including salary and employer-paid benefits, ranges from approximately $75,000–$159,000+ annually, depending on salary placement and selected health plan.

Why St. Matthew?
At St. Matthew, collaboration is one of our greatest strengths. Teachers benefit from:

• Collaborative Leadership Team committed to supporting faculty success
• Well-established Resource Program with dedicated Resource Teachers
• Partner teachers at every grade level
• Full-time instructional aides in every K-5 classroom
• Dedicated instructional leadership and coaching
• Ongoing professional development
• Strong parent partnership
• A supportive parish community committed to forming both saints and scholars

If you are passionate about helping students with diverse learning needs succeed while supporting teachers and families in a collaborative Catholic school community, we encourage you to apply.

Statement of Non-Discrimination:  All School staff of Catholic Schools of the Archdiocese of San Francisco shall be employed without regard to race, color, sex, ethnic or national origin, and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment.