Hi there! We’re hiring!
"Perfect schools are the result not so much of good methods as of good teachers”.
PIUS XI, Divini illius Magistri, 74.
Saint John Paul the Great Academy, a growing independent Catholic liberal arts school in New York City, is seeking teachers to join our faculty as we continue to expand. In Fall 2026, we will open our 4th Grade, and we are currently hiring for 3rd and 4th grade teaching positions.
Our curriculum follows a historical approach in which students encounter the great civilizations and ideas that have shaped our world, helping them discover the meaning of history and the human person in light of the Christian tradition.
3rd Grade – The Medieval Year
4th Grade – The Modern Year
At Saint John Paul the Great Academy, we strive to support families in the city who desire an integrated Catholic formation for their children—one that nourishes the mind, strengthens character, and opens the heart to Truth, Goodness, and Beauty.
If you are passionate about Catholic liberal education and want to help build something meaningful for families in New York City, we invite you to consider joining us.
Do you want to be part of the adventure?
This is not just another school.
We are seeking individuals who knows the nobility of the task to which they have been called as well as what this task demands.
In the soul of the teacher there must always reign the order of the principles that flow from the discovery of the Truth, and from there communicate it to others.
The educator must be an example of religious and moral life.
Every educator must know that his work is not done alone: as God's collaborators (1 Cor 3:9) for the work of the Gospel, one must nourish their apostolate with prayer and listening to the interior Master, “for without me you can do nothing” as Jesus said (Jn 15:5).
Every Christian educator is called, in the name of the Lord, to instill in his students respect for truth, confidence and optimism in shaping their future, and the Christian virtue of hope.
The educator must know the spiritual and psychological reality of children and young people of our time.
He must behave towards his pupils with paternal firmness and also with tenderness in order to attract them to the good
The educator has the duty to love children and to love men to the point that they come to persuade themselves that they are loved.
We aspire that in our schools, as in the Oratories of Don Bosco, a family spirit reigns.
Job Description
As our school employs an integrated approach to teaching, history, literature, theology, writing, poetry are all taught in a single cohesive manner. This teacher serves as the homeroom teacher for students as well as the primary point of contact with parents. The teacher will be in regular contact and communication with his or her colleagues as well.
Understand and uphold the teachings of the Catholic Church at all times.
Lead students to an understanding and an appreciation of all that is good, beautiful, and true.
Relate to students by loving them with the love of Christ, encouraging them to begin and/or develop their own relationship with God through sacraments and scripture, and challenging them to love others.
Be a role model of Christian love, faith, truthfulness and virtue.
Develop and implement engaging, challenging curriculum and lesson plans in line with the school's classical education model.
Evaluate student progress, providing constructive feedback, adapting lessons when needed, and communicating any concerns to parents and fellow teachers.
Collaborate with colleagues and parents to support student development and the school's Catholic identity.
Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance teaching skills, classroom management, content area, knowledge of classical education, and Catholic teaching.
The Ideal Candidate will possess
A missionary spirit and love for Jesus Christ and His Church with a desire to extend the Incarnation to the hearts of those entrusted to their care.
Bachelor’s degree in Education or relevant field
Teaching experience, ideally in a Catholic or classical education setting.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Creative, flexible, and passionate about teaching and learning.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and two professional references to Mrs. Paglia at mainoffice@totustuus.academy .