Job Description
Saint Helena Catholic School
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• www.sainthelenampls.org
Published
July 28, 2026
Expires
August 27, 2026
Location
3200 E. 44th Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Category
Elementary School
Job Type
Full-time
Organizational Name
Saint Helena Catholic School
Organizational City
Minneapolis
Position Contact Name
Karla Gergen
Position Contact Title
Principal
Position Contact Email
gergen@sainthelenampls.org
How many employees are serving at your location?
30 or less
Description
Saint Helena Catholic School is seeking a dedicated and mission-driven First Grade Teacher for the 2026–2027 academic year. This full-time position teaches core first grade subjects including Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, Science, and Religion and plays a vital role in the academic, spiritual, and personal formation of our students, all in a small and supportive setting.
The ideal candidate is an engaging educator who brings both strong instructional skills and a deep commitment to student growth. They will create well-planned, standards-based lessons across subject areas, differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs, and foster a classroom environment rooted in faith, curiosity, and care. We are especially interested in candidates who are practicing Catholics and enthusiastic about joining a collaborative, joyful school community anchored in the Catholic tradition.
Our School Community
Saint Helena Catholic School has been serving South Minneapolis for 99 years, offering a rigorous education grounded in Catholic values. We serve a diverse population with a strong commitment to making Catholic education accessible to all. Our deep connection to parish life and strong community support make Saint Helena a uniquely joyful place to teach and learn.
Position Highlights
• Supportive mentoring and onboarding for new teachers
• Hiring bonus for qualified candidates
• Small class sizes (average of 12 students)
• Tuition assistance and scholarships available for staff children
• A collaborative team committed to instructional excellence and continuous improvement
• Strong investment in evidence-based literacy practices, coaching, and professional development
• Tuition-free graduate degree opportunities through the Murray Institute at the University of St. Thomas
Qualifications
• Bachelor of Arts or Masters degree in education
• Experience teaching and/or working with children
• A commitment to working in partnership with parents, colleagues, administration and students
• Strong written and verbal language skills
• Practicing Catholic
• Experience or training in evidence-based early literacy instruction(preferred)
• A current Minnesota Teaching License (preferred)
Application Instructions
Send cover letter and resume to Karla Gergen at gergen@sainthelenampls.org
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