Theology Teacher - High School
Theology Teacher - High School
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USD 60789 - 91521
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Job Description
Chaminade College Preparatory seeks a dynamic innovative and engaging THEOLOGY TEACHER with great classroom management skills for our high school campus (grades 912 in West Hills California. This is a fulltime position.
The Successful Candidate
- Is a practicing Catholic who creates a learning environment that fosters an active love of God and inspires students to seek a deeper knowledge of God (faith seeking understanding).
- Has a robust understanding of Catholic Theology and will be able to support and instruct students in the critical analysis of Catholic Teaching and how it relates to their individual spiritual experience.
- Has experience teaching high school Theology and has delivered lessons that support and instruct students as they continue to develop analytical and evaluative thinking reading and writing skills.
- Knows how to design and implement lessons that allow students to both learn about the Catholic Faith tradition and learn from the Catholic Faith tradition; enabling all students to succeed and reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Teaches five sections.
- Under the supervision of the vice principals teaches a standards based (USCCB / Archdiocesan) curriculum. In a timely manner plans lessons; provides feedback and grades on assignments; maintains grades attendance and other school records; and communicates with students their families and counselors when students need support.
- Collaborates with department members and course counterpart(s) to evaluate monitor and update curriculum assessment and pacing guides under the guidance of the Department Chair.
- Ensures that instructional strategies respect students diverse social identities while still corresponding to Catholic Marianist values and the mission of the school.
- Integrates technology by using BlackBoard Learning Management System (LMS) (can provide training) discipline based learning technology tools and other collaborative and productivity tools *Note: All students use a schoolissued Lenovo Thinkpad tablet daily)
- Is knowledgeable about new trends and developments in Theology instructional strategies and assessment.
Qualifications
- Has a passion for teaching Theology at the secondary level and is skilled at working with highschool aged students.
- A minimum of a bachelors degree is required. A bachelors and/or masters degree in the subject or related discipline is strongly preferred. Archdiocesan catechetical certification (or equivalent) is also preferred.
- Prior teaching experience especially in a Catholic educational setting is preferred; however relevant experience in the field is also strongly considered.
- Is comfortable delivering instruction on campus via remote learning and/or in a hybrid model.
- Wants to work in a setting committed to equity diversity and inclusion of all school stakeholders.
- Wants to work in a setting committed to balancing teaching/learning health and wellbeing of all stakeholders.
- Participates in and attends campus life events including supervision lunch activities liturgies assemblies retreats etc.
Deadline for Submission of Applications
Applications are being accepted immediately. This position is open until filled.
Salary and Benefits
This is a salaried/exempt from overtime position. The salary for this position will be commensurate with experience. Chaminade employees enjoy a competitive employee benefits program including medical dental and vision coverages life insurance longterm disability insurance flexible spending accounts retirement plan contribution and voluntary supplemental life insurance and longterm care coverages.
Application Process:
Interested applicants may apply online through our employment webpage at: will be asked to upload a resume and cover letter.
In addition candidates invited to interview are encouraged to bring or share a curated portfolio that reflects their knowledge of Mathematics/Mathematics instruction a written sample lesson they have taught or would teach and if available samples of lessons assignments student work assessment criteria. Portfolios may be shared digitally or via hard copy.
Any applicant who needs help or needs an accommodation in order to apply for any position should contact the human resources office at.
About Chaminade
Chaminade is an independent coeducational Catholic school serving students in grades 612 at our two beautiful campuses located in the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles. One of the best things about Chaminade is our strong sense of family. We work together play together and pray together. We are a family a community committed to the success and wellbeing of each and every student.
Our Mission:
We inspire young people to love learn and lead through our Catholic and Marianist traditions of a living faith academic excellence and moral responsibility.
Our Vision:
Chaminade College Preparatory graduates are prepared inspired and equipped to:
- Share Gods love by caring for others and seeking justice and peace.
- Learn adapt and grow with the world around them.
- Become servant leaders and positive contributors to society.
The Characteristics of Marianist Education
Chaminades mission and culture are deeply rooted in the five Characteristics of Marianist Education which are:
- Educating for Formation in Faith
- Providing an Integral Quality Education
- Educating in Family Spirit
- Educating for Service Justice and Peace and the Integrity of Creation
- Educating for Adaptation and Change
Chaminades Commitment to Diversity
Chaminade College Preparatory is committed to the principles of diversity equity and inclusion and the value that a rich and diverse community brings to our school. Our employee culture is deeply rooted in our Catholic faith and the five Characteristics of Marianist Education. Our Catholic Marianist tradition is lived on our campuses every day and is evident in our Chaminade Family Spirit where each of our faculty and staff is valued for their unique and varied gifts and talents. Chaminades faculty staff and administration come from all faiths ethnicities races genders and socioeconomic backgrounds and we are stronger for it.
For more information about Chaminade visit our website at:
Equal Employment Opportunity
Chaminade College Preparatory is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to race color national origin or ancestry gender age marital status physical or mental disability or genetic information or other basis protected by law for employment in a Catholic school. Applicants who need an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment and hiring process should contact the human resources department in order to discuss reasonable accommodation.
Employment Type
Full-Time
