An Advocate for Catholic School Teachers

The Federation of Pittsburgh Diocesan Teachers

FPDT has been striving for fair compensation, benefits, and a positive work environment for lay teachers in the Diocese of Pittsburgh since 1971
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Justice and Dignity For Catholic School Teachers

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How To Join

Gaining membership is a simple process that begins with gathering the lay teachers of your building. We’ll set up the meeting and be there to help each step of the way.
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FPDT Benefits

From negotiated contracts to opportunities for continued education, there are many benefits of becoming a member of the Federation.
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Resources

Among other services, FPDT offers credit union information and content created for teachers just like you. 
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Login to access our member’s only information including the most recent contracts.

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Who We Are

Our Board

President: Brian Klisavage
Executive V.P.: Kristin Crawford
Treasurer: Karen Decker
Secretary: Gina Baer
Vice-Presidents: Vince Amoruso, Meloni Dipietro-Guthoerl, Maura Doyle, Patrick Healy, Lisa Hooper, Sean Neely, George Schlicht, Rosemary Watson, Darcy Weisz and Christine Westrick
President Emeritus: Russ DelVecchio

About

FPDT is a collective bargaining agent for lay elementary, secondary and special education teachers in the Diocese of Pittsburgh. Our local 2400 branch represents more than 600 teachers spanning Pre K-12.

Our Schools

Explore the schools that currently partner with our organization.

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Job Openings

Browse the career opportunities available at schools near you!
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Holy Cross Academy

FT Probable Assignment- Kindergarten
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Central Catholic High School

FT English five sections of English in collaboration with the English Department. Actively participate in curriculum development and ongoing review within the English Department. Prior teaching experience at the secondary level is strongly preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, is required. Submit a cover letter and resume via email. Please include "English Teacher Application - Your Full Name in the subject line."
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Central Catholic High School

FT Math---five sections of Math, with a focus in Algebra, in collaboration with the Math Department. Actively participate in curriculum development and ongoing review within the Math Department. Prior teaching experience at the secondary level is strongly preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, is required. Submit a cover letter and resume via email. Please include "Math Teacher Application - Your Full Name in the subject line."
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North Catholic High School

FT Music and Chorus Director Candidate would preferably have experience working with a high school music program and the chorus. Must be familiar with integrating technology in planning, proficient written and verbal communication, current clearances to work with a Catholic school in the Diocese of Pittsburgh. Email cover letter and resume.
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North Catholic High School

Long Term Sub Social Studies Must be familiar with integrating technology in planning, proficient written and verbal communication, current clearances to work with a Catholic school in the Diocese of Pittsburgh. Email cover letter and resume.
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North Catholic High School

Long Term Sub Mathematics Must be familiar with integrating technology in planning, proficient written and verbal communication, current clearances to work with a Catholic school in the Diocese of Pittsburgh. Email cover letter and resume.
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