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St. Francis Seraph School is a warm, growing urban Catholic elementary school rooted in strong community values, a commitment to academic excellence, and a supportive learning environment. Located in the heart of Cincinnati, our school serves a diverse student population and is dedicated to nurturing the whole child—academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually—while creating a culture marked by kindness, responsibility, and respect.

While our school embraces and celebrates its Catholic identity, we welcome and employ individuals of all backgrounds who support our mission and are enthusiastic about contributing to a values-based, faith-friendly educational setting.

  • Teaching young children with patience, creativity, and joy
  • Creating a structured and engaging classroom environment
  • Supporting the academic and personal growth of every student
  • Building strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues
  • Contributing positively to a collaborative school community

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and deliver engaging daily lessons in language arts, math, science, social studies, and religion
  • Support the integration of character education, service, and school values into classroom routines
  • Establish a warm, respectful, and well-managed classroom environment
  • Differentiate instruction to meet a variety of student needs and learning styles
  • Use assessments to monitor student progress and guide instruction
  • Maintain clear, professional communication with parents/guardians
  • Collaborate with colleagues and participate in professional development opportunities
  • Assist with school events, meetings, and community activities
  • (If not Catholic) Support the school’s mission and respectfully participate in shared traditions and activities
  • (If Catholic) Participate actively in modeling and supporting the school’s faith-based elements
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications (Required):

  • Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field
  • Valid teaching license/certification (or in process) for elementary education
  • Strong communication, classroom management, and organizational skills
  • Commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive learning environment
  • Respect for the values and traditions of a school with a Catholic identity

What We Offer:

  • A welcoming, mission-driven school community
  • Supportive leadership and collaborative colleagues
  • Opportunities for professional and personal growth
  • A chance to make a meaningful impact on students and the broader school community
  • Gineen Enneking, Principal
  • St. Francis Seraph School
  • 14 E Liberty Street
  • Cincinnati, OH 45202
  • Email: genneking@sfsschool.com

Application Materials:

  • Cover letter describing your interest and alignment with our school’s mission
  • Current résumé
  • Contact information for 2–3 professional references
  • Copy of teaching license/certification (if applicable)
  • Subject line: “First Grade Teacher Application – [Your Name]”

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required background checks and compliance with Archdiocese of Cincinnati SafeParish requirements.

St. Francis Seraph School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, disability, or other legally protected status in the administration of its educational policies, hiring practices, or school programs.

Interested candidates should contact Jack Corey, Principal, at jcorey@saintwilliam.com

Interested applicants should contact Principal Kyle Chandler at admissions@xavierja.org.

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