Share Email Opening Title Religious Studies Teacher  About the Organization Mission Statement: Inspired by the Daughters of Charity and the De La Salle Christian Brothers, in partnership with families, Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory's mission is to provide the finest education in an inclusive Catholic community of faith. We prepare our high school students to become service-oriented leaders with a commitment to living the Gospel. Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory (SHC) is a Lasallian Vincentian Catholic, co-educational college preparatory secondary school located in the heart of San Francisco, California. We provide academically rigorous, vibrant learning grounded in social justice and student centered pedagogy. Our entire community is committed to cultivating each student's unique talents and passions, providing myriad opportunities for students to discern and realize their individual intellectual, artistic, athletic, social, and spiritual potential. SHC is a San Francisco Archdiocesan High School that is cosponsored by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, District of San Francisco New Orleans and the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul, Province of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. As an inclusive Catholic community of faith, we respect and support our students, faculty and staff and their sense of belonging in an increasingly diverse world. At SHC, such respect is grounded by our mission and carried out through our Lasallian Vincentian Catholic educational traditions. In these efforts, we prepare our students as future leaders to model our credo, "Enter to Learn, Leave to Serve".   Category Faculty   Description Position Summary: We seek a Religious Studies teacher with a strong background in theology and pedagogy to teach a range of Religious Studies courses. Our Religious Studies curriculum integrates the U.S. Bishops Framework in developmentally appropriate ways, reflecting the Lasallian practice of serving as older sisters and brothers in faith. Our Religious Studies faculty engage our diverse student body through student-centered learning, critical thinking, spiritual self-reflection and growth, and our vibrant co-curricular and service programs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Model the characteristics of a Catholic, Lasallian/Vincentian educator; Actively support SHC's mission, philosophy and Integral Student Outcomes; Collaboratively and independently design and/or implement curriculum that effectively promote department outcomes and adhere to the scope and sequence as determined by teachers of the same course; Plan what students will learn, how they will learn, and how they will be assessed within a backwards design framework that features common assignments and assessments appropriate to the grade level within the academic discipline; Engage students in an active, effective learning environment, in both physical and digital spaces; Collaborate with peers to develop, review, and improve curriculum; Provide regular and varied assessments of student learning to compile appropriate grades and properly determine what and how all students are learning; Communicate consistently and in a timely manner with students, parents, and school personnel; Demonstrate a commitment to professional learning, including sharing best practices in faith formation, pedagogy, and educational technology; Work with the Director of Studies, the Academic Resource Specialist and/or counselors to support students who have learning differences; Keep current and complete grading and attendance records; Supervise students outside of the classroom in collaboration with the Deans’ Office; Actively support the co-curricular programs of the school community.   Position Requirements Required Qualifications Undergraduate or graduate degree in theology or related subject; Ability to work collaboratively and independently to promote student learning; Be a practicing Catholic. Desired Qualifications Experience as a classroom teacher; Teaching credential, catechist certificate, or graduate degree in theology or related subject, or work toward one; Experience working with high school students; Experience in a Catholic high school setting. The statements herein describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned. Certifications and/or Licensure None Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s Degree; Master's Degree in theology preferred. Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft software applications, Google Suite; databases (such as a learning management system) and internet usage. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel as well as talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand and walk. The employee may lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt   EOE Statement Sacred Heart Cathedral is an equal opportunity employer: The Archdiocese of San Francisco will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation. The Archdiocese of San Francisco will consider, for employment, qualified applicants with criminal histories. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://SacredHeartCathedralPreparatory.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category Physical Science Teacher in San Francisco, California Posted on: 3/26/2024 [Apply Now] Social Studies Teacher in San Francisco, California Posted on: 3/25/2024 [Apply Now] English Teacher in San Francisco, California Posted on: 3/25/2024 [Apply Now] SHC Instructional Coach in San Francisco, California Posted on: 3/18/2024 [Apply Now] Transformative Coaching Initiative Coordinator in San Francisco, California Posted on: 3/18/2024 [Apply Now] Other Jobs Within 60 Miles Sacred Heart Cathedral Coach in San Francisco, California Posted on: 6/18/2018 [Apply Now] Football - Assistant Coach in San Francisco, California Posted on: 6/14/2023 [Apply Now] Boys Golf Coach in San Francisco, California Posted on: 8/1/2023 [Apply Now] Assistant Baseball Coach in San Francisco, California Posted on: 9/26/2023 [Apply Now] Theology Teacher in San Francisco, California Posted on: 2/28/2024 [Apply Now]

Click here for technical assistance.