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

How Schools 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.

FPDT Benefits

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

Resources

Among other services, FPDT offers credit union information and content created for teachers just like you.

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Our Board

President: Brian Klisavage
Executive V.P.: Kristin Crawford
Treasurer: Karen Decker
Secretary: Gina Baer
Vice-Presidents: Vince Amoruso, Meloni Dipietro-Guthoerl, Patrick Healy, Lisa Hooper, Lincoln Kennedy, Sean Neely, Sean O'Neil, George Schlicht, Libby Schultz, Rosemary Watson and Darcy Weisz

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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Bishop Canevin High School

Math Part time - bachelor's degree in mathematics or related field and current Pennsylvania teaching certification. Send a cover letter and resume to Principal Michael Palcsey

Bishop Canevin High School

Religion part time - two sections of 9th grade religion every day. Theology degree and be approved by the Diocese of Pittsburgh to teach religion. Email Judene Indovina at jindovina@diopitt.org to begin that process. Once completed, please send a cover letter and resume to Principal Michael Palcsey.

Holy Family/Christ the Divine Tch Academy

Full Time PE/Health - PreK-8th Shared position- four days/week are at Holy Family Catholic School in Plum and one day is at Christ the Divine Teacher Academy in Aspinwall. Ideal candidate is active in his or her Catholic faith, highly organized, enjoys physical activity and working with children, has all diocesan clearances, and possesses either PE/Health certification or K-6 or Pk-4 certification.

Seton LaSalle High School

FT - Business and Information Technology Teacher

Blessed Trinity Academy

Middle School Lang Arts Long Term Sub January 27- June 2027. Teach and support students in core academic subjects, including Religion, Language Arts, Math, Science, Health and STEM. Valid PA teaching credential or in process. Practicing Catholic preferred. Email a cover letter, resume, and references.

Archangel Gabriel School

SHORT-TERM SUBSTITUTE TEACHER. August 24, 2026 - October 1, 2026 Middle School Social Studies (Grades 6-8) | Religion (Grade 8) Strong background in Social Studies Education and be a practicing Catholic Email a cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references