Upper School Theology Teacher -St. Michael's Preparatory School (Formerly St. Michael's Catholic Academy)

About our school:

St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School (formerly St. Gabriel's Catholic School and St. Michael's Catholic Academy) is an outstanding co-educational Independent Catholic school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade in Austin, Texas. The Lower School is comprised of PreK 3-4th grades, the Middle School houses grades 5-8, and the Upper School contains grades 9-12. St. Michael's Prep is a Christ-centered, college-preparatory learning community, inspiring lives of service, courage, personal integrity, and intellectual curiosity. We are distinguished by our Catholic tradition, a welcoming and diverse community, excellent academic programs and a variety of extracurricular activities. Additionally, we are a technology rich school. Thus teachers and staff are expected to demonstrate meaningful skill with technology and an enthusiasm for technological growth in order to create authentic learning experiences for their students. Teachers at St. Michael's Prep further serve as role models that inspire students to critically think, reflect, explore and apply their faith concretely to their lives. We are one community, on two campuses, with three divisions, united in our commitment to put students first as we educate them in mind, body, and spirit.

Ideal Candidates:

Ideal candidates for positions at our school are experienced in and continue to develop expertise in social-emotional learning, project-based learning, innovative teaching strategies, technology-rich and differentiated instruction. Ideal candidates thrive in a collaborative environment designing and delivering innovative and creative cross-curricular instructional units to students with diverse learning styles and needs

Summary of Position:

St. Michael's Prep seeks a full time theology teacher beginning August 2024 for grades 9-12. We are searching for a dynamic, innovative educator to teach at many high school levels. Responsibilities include teaching 5 sections of courses, leading an advisory, participating in ongoing community service projects and leading and planning retreats with students and fellow teachers. This position is an exempt faculty position. The employee will work for 10 months of the year. The hired employee will report to their department chair.

Job Details:

Responsibilities include but are not limited for the teacher to:

• Demonstrate a positive attitude towards students, families, staff and faculty.

• Be passionate about pedagogy and collaborative work.

• Be dedicated to carrying out the mission of the school.

• Possess wide-ranging academic preparation.

• Be fully committed to the development of a well-rounded student with attention to overall student well being.

• Be willing to work closely with colleagues on departmental objectives or cross curricular projects.

• Contribute to our Winter Term, a 3 week term during which diverse opportunities are offered for classes, academic travel and internships.

• Have strong interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills and a commitment to both the developmental needs of adolescents and to education.

• Have a commitment to diversity in all aspects of school life and reflect an appreciation of life long learning.

• Maintain appropriate boundaries in professional relationships with students, families and colleagues.

Required Experience, Degree and Skills:

• All applicants must be practicing Catholics in good standing, and must have a Master's degree in Theology from an accredited Catholic University.

• Exceptional organization, time management and prioritization skills

Application Requirements:

Qualified candidates should complete an online application for employment at Theology Teacher and attach a cover letter and résumé. You will receive an email confirming receipt of your application and additional details to complete the application process. Contact hsloan@smca.com with any questions.

St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers equal employment opportunity to all applicants for employment and all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, application for military service, or any other status protected by applicable law