Stella Maris Academy Position Title: Teacher Location: San Francisco, CA School Type: Catholic Classical School (K-8) Position Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $54,500 - $104,931 Start Date: August 2026
About Stella Maris Academy
Stella Maris Academy is a Catholic classical school rooted in the intellectual, spiritual, and liturgical tradition of the Church. Our mission is to form students in wisdom and virtue through a time-tested classical curriculum, faithful Catholic formation, and a school culture ordered toward truth, goodness, and beauty. Grounded in the classical liberal arts and guided by the teachings of the Catholic Church, Stella Maris Academy partners closely with families to cultivate students who think clearly, speak eloquently, act virtuously, and love what is good.
Position Overview
Stella Maris Academy is seeking applications from qualified and mission-aligned educators for current and future teaching opportunities. This posting is not limited to a specific grade level or subject area. We welcome applications from teachers who are enthusiastic about classical education and interested in joining a faithful, joyful, and academically serious school community.
Key Responsibilities
Depending on assignment, responsibilities may include: Teaching in accordance with the classical liberal arts tradition Implementing a curriculum grounded in theology, phonics, classical literature, Latin, history, mathematics, and the sciences Integrating Catholic faith and moral formation across subjects Establishing an orderly, joyful, and disciplined classroom culture Collaborating with colleagues, administrators, and parents Participating in school liturgical life, professional development, and community events Supporting the school's mission and upholding its Catholic identity
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required (advanced degree preferred) Teaching experience strongly preferred Commitment to the teachings and moral vision of the Catholic Church Familiarity with or openness to classical pedagogy Strong classroom management skills and professional demeanor Excellent communication and organizational abilities Practicing Catholic preferred (required for certain roles)
What We Offer
A mission-driven and supportive school culture Small class sizes and strong parental partnership Opportunities for professional growth in classical and Catholic education Competitive compensation commensurate with experience The joy of teaching in a school ordered toward truth, beauty, and holiness
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following to [email protected] :
A cover letter expressing interest in Catholic classical education A current resume or CV References (may be requested at a later stage) Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as teaching needs arise.
ARCHDIOCESAN STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION All employees of the Archdiocese of San Francisco shall be employed without regard to race, color, sex, ethnic or national origin, and pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment, qualified applicants with criminal histories
