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Theology Teacher 2027-2028

St. Thomas High School

Houston, TX·Posted 5d ago

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Title: Theology Teacher
Year: 2027-2028 School Year
Reports to: Principal and the Dean of Theology
FLSA: Exempt

Position Purpose: St. Thomas High School seeks a passionate and faith-filled Theology Teacher who is committed to the intellectual, spiritual, and personal formation of young men in the virtues of Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge. The ideal candidate actively participates in the sacramental life of the Catholic Church, serves as a witness to the faith, and inspires students to pursue academic excellence while challenging them to grow in their relationship with Christ.

Mission, Values, and Sense of Community

Ensure the mission and values of the St. Thomas High School are upheld within the department.
Gives witness to integrity and respect while representing St. Thomas High School in the broader community.
Engages and becomes part of the St. Thomas High School community.
Serves all St. Thomas families with compassion and respect.

Primary Responsibilities:
Essential and important responsibilities and duties may include but are not limited to the following:

Teach 5 sections of Theology in a Catholic college preparatory environment.
Additional duties include a section of study hall and/or section of substitute coverage.
Actively access professional development materials and continually adjust and improve curriculum.
Excitedly take on responsibilities above and beyond classroom duties.
Normal duties required of all faculty members as outlined in employment contract.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Be a practicing Catholic who serves as a visible and authentic witness to the faith.

2. Teach in accordance with the doctrine and teachings of the Catholic Church, praying for the spiritual, academic, and personal growth of students.

3. Collaborate with the Dean of Theology and department PLC to develop curriculum, design assessments, implement best practices, and establish clear learning objectives.

4. Participate in student retreats, service projects, and weekly faith formation programming in collaboration with Campus Ministry.

5. Embrace a culture of coaching and continuous improvement by actively seeking feedback, reflecting on instructional practices, and demonstrating a willingness to learn and grow as an educator.

6. Build and maintain positive, supportive relationships with students both inside and outside the classroom.

7. Assist the Dean of Students’ Office with supervision duties as needed.

8. Contribute to the broader life of the school through extracurricular involvement, such as coaching, sponsoring a club, or supporting student activities.
9. Builds appropriate and professional mentor relationships with students.
10. Values student and teacher wellness.
11. Follows directives of the principal and regulations as set forth in the school employee handbook.

Required Qualifications:

1. A Theology teacher must be a practicing Catholic in good standing.

2. A Theology teacher must have a bachelor’s degree in Theology from an accredited Catholic college or university.
3. A Theology teacher must have 12 credit hours in education or a master’s degree in education.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. An advanced degree Theology, a Masters or Doctorate is preferred.
2. Prior teaching experience at middle school, high school, or college level is preferred.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by individuals in this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required of individuals in this job classification. All job classifications may have miscellaneous job duties assigned on an as needed basis. Management, at the appropriate level, retains the right to assign and change the duties of any position at any time.

How to Apply
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