High School Religious Studies Teacher

STATUS: Exempt, Full Time
REPORTS TO: Assistant Principal for Academics
MISSION STATEMENT:

St. Ignatius College Preparatory is a Catholic, Jesuit school serving the San Francisco Bay Area since 1855. Through a rigorous and integrated program of academic, spiritual, and co-curricular activities,
St. Ignatius challenges its students to lead lives of faith, integrity, and compassion. Students are enriched by a diverse and loving Christian community and are called to become life-long learners who
develop their individual talents for the greater glory of God. With a commitment to intellectual excellence, leadership, service, and justice, we strive to be men and women for and with others, responding courageously to the opportunities and challenges of our time.

PRIMARY ROLE:
Teach 5 sections of religious studies with a focus on academic achievement and critical thinking skills. The successful candidate will have the ability to process sophisticated theological concepts
with adolescents and collaborate extensively in the context of a Jesuit, Catholic institution.

A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE:
● A strong teaching ability; enjoys working with adolescents.
● Excellent oral and written skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills.
● Ability to work well with students and colleagues; willingness to be an active, enthusiastic
member of the SI community in ministry and co-curricular activities.
● Obvious passion for the academic subject matter being taught.
● Willingness to adapt to an existing curriculum as well as contribute ideas to enhance the
respective academic programs.
● Excellent attendance and punctuality.
● Excellent educational technology skills.
● A commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
● Desire to work in a collaborative, dynamic, and faithful learning community to develop
curricula, lessons, and assessments.
● A clear commitment to the mission of the school which emphasizes teaching the whole
student by contributing to extracurriculars and campus ministry.
● Mastery in area of study and ability to teach across grade levels
● Bachelor’s Degree in Literature or comparable area; Advanced degrees encouraged
● Successful teaching experience in secondary school and/or university
● Excellent oral and written communication skills
● Flexibility and creativity in working in a dynamic environment where new ideas, mistakes,
and iteration are embraced.

SAN FRANCISCO’S JESUIT SCHOOL SINCE 1855
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
● Preferred Master’s Degree in Theology or its equivalent.
● Teaching experience in secondary education is preferred.
● Strong interpersonal skills.
● Background and experience in equity and inclusion work.
● Appreciation of teens and understanding of their developmental stages.
● Proficient with educational technology.
● Practicing member of the Catholic Church.
● Understand and support the Mission, Vision and Culture of the school;

SI OFFERS A COMPREHENSIVE AND RICH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PROGRAM WHICH INCLUDES:
● Company paid Medical Insurance Contributions for single, two-party and family plans at a rate
of 75%
● Fully paid insurance for Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D coverage for single, two-party and family
plans
● Flexible Spending Plans for insurance plans plus for child care coverage
● Tuition remission program
● Student Loan Reimbursement (up to $2,000 annually)
● Annual Retirement Savings Contributions
● Professional Development Resources

SI FOSTERS A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY:
St. Ignatius College Preparatory strives to be a just, inclusive, and Catholic, Ignatian community where all students, faculty, staff, parents and alumni feel seen, heard, valued, and loved and experience full acceptance. We are committed to hiring, supporting, and retaining a diverse faculty and staff. We see our determination to offer diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging not as a destination to be reached, but a continuous, life-long journey together.

HOW TO APPLY:
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and salary requirements (a must) using this link:

https://forms.gle/NxuJeW5kLgsRSmsq9

In the cover letter, please include the following:
• Briefly describe your teaching philosophy.
• Include examples of how diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging have been a part of your
work and how these experiences will enhance the SI community.
• Describe how student-centered teaching looks in your classroom and give examples from your
teaching experience.
A Pre-employment background screening is required for all positions. St. Ignatius College
Preparatory is required by law to conduct FBI and DOJ background checks.