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Position Title: 3rd Grade Teacher (1.0 FTE)
School: Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy, Fife, WA
School Year: 2026-2027
Start Date: August 2026About Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy
Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy is a vibrant PK-8 Catholic English/Spanish dual-language immersion school serving students and families in Fife, Washington. Rooted in the mission of the Catholic Church, Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy is dedicated to forming saints and scholars through faith, language, and service. Through our bilingual immersion model, students develop academic excellence, bilingualism, biliteracy, cultural awareness, and a strong foundation in Catholic faith and values.
Position Summary
Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy seeks a dynamic and faith-centered full-time 3rd Grade Teacher. The teacher is responsible for providing standards-based instruction across all core subject areas, including Religion, while fostering a supportive, engaging, and language-rich classroom environment.
The ideal candidate is collaborative, student-centered, and committed to integrating Catholic values and bilingual education practices into all aspects of teaching and learning. Candidates should embrace the mission and vision of dual-language immersion education and support students in becoming confident bilingual learners.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction in all core subject areas, including Religion
• Foster a positive classroom environment that supports academic, social-emotional, spiritual, and language development
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
• Use formative and summative assessments to guide instruction and monitor student progress
• Communicate regularly and effectively with students, families, and colleagues
• Maintain accurate and timely records of student learning and progress
• Collaborate with colleagues and actively participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
• Integrate technology to enhance student learning and engagement
• Support student participation in prayer, liturgies, service projects, and school-wide activities
• Supervise students and participate in school events and community-building activities as assigned
• Uphold school and Archdiocesan policies and expectations
• Model Catholic values and professional conduct in all interactions
• Support the school's dual-language immersion mission and commitment to bilingual education
Qualifications
Required:
• Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate (or ability to obtain)
• Knowledge of Common Core State Standards and instructional best practices
• Understanding of elementary student development, particularly at the 3rd grade level
• Spanish language proficiency and willingness to support bilingual learning environments
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to use assessment data to inform instruction
• Proficiency with educational technology tools
• Final candidates must provide evidence of academic preparation completed in Spanish, such as a degree from an accredited institution where Spanish was the primary language of instruction, or demonstrate equivalent proficiency through an approved assessment aligned to ACTFL standards
Preferred:
• Practicing Catholic committed to the mission of Catholic education
• Experience in Catholic or faith-based education
• Experience in bilingual or dual-language immersion settings
• Experience with differentiated instruction and project-based learning
• Experience or awareness of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
Archdiocesan Expectations
• Support and uphold the mission and values of Catholic education
• Model Christian behavior and maintain professional conduct
• Participate in required Safe Environment training and compliance
• Integrate Catholic teachings into curriculum and classroom life
Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant skills, prior relevant experience, degrees, and certifications.
Benefits: A comprehensive package of benefits is offered, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, generous sick leave, holidays, and paid time off. Additional Archdiocesan benefits and professional development opportunities may also be available.
Application Process
Interested candidates must:
- Complete an application through Frontline
- Submit a letter of interest and resume to [email protected]
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Selected candidates will be contacted for an interview
Skills Required
- Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate (or ability to obtain)
- Knowledge of Common Core State Standards and instructional best practices
- Understanding of elementary student development at the 3rd grade level
- Spanish language proficiency and willingness to support bilingual learning environments
- Strong classroom management and organizational skills
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to use assessment data to inform instruction
- Proficiency with educational technology tools
- Provide evidence of academic preparation completed in Spanish or demonstrate equivalent proficiency via an approved ACTFL-aligned assessment
- Practicing Catholic committed to the mission of Catholic education
- Experience in Catholic or faith-based education
- Experience in bilingual or dual-language immersion settings
- Experience with differentiated instruction and project-based learning
- Experience or awareness of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
What We Do
The Archdiocese of Seattle reflects Christ’s radical love in the world today. By serving, listening, and leading with compassion, we carry out our timeless Catholic mission to make disciples.
