The Roman Catholic Diocese of Cleveland was founded on April 23, 1847. Under the leadership of the Most Reverend Edward G. Malesic, Bishop of Cleveland, it is the twenty-third largest Diocese in the United States. The Diocese encompasses the counties of Cuyahoga, Summit, Lorain, Lake, Geauga, Medina, Wayne, and Ashland. With more than 692,000 Catholics in the Diocese, the Catholic Charities- Diocese of Cleveland is one of the world's largest diocesan systems of social services. The Diocese includes 185 parishes, 110 Catholic schools, one pastoral center, and one mission office. The cathedral is the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, located in downtown Cleveland. Please go to our website, www.dioceseofcleveland.org, for more information about our Diocese's mission, persons, and ministries. The Office of Catholic Education provides expertise, experience, and energy to lead and assist those who carry out the education ministries of the Diocese of Cleveland. In steadfast support of our over 40,000 students and their families, the Office works to ensure that each School can deliver strong, positive, vibrant Catholic education for continued growth in academic excellence and faith formation. The Catholic Diocese of Cleveland and Holy Name High School are pleased to accept applications for the role of Theology Teacher.

ESSENTAIL JOB FUNCTIONS: • As a member of the school faculty, the Theology instructor will be responsible for teaching 9th-12th grade Catholic theology classes as assigned by the principal. • Have considerable knowledge of Catholic theology and a passion for teaching young people. • Develop and implement the curriculum in accordance with the standards set forth by the Diocese of Cleveland and the Ohio Department of Education. • Maintain a safe and effective learning environment. • Provide outstanding and engaging instruction to students. • Monitor students and complete other school-related responsibilities as assigned by the principal. • Maintain accurate records and effectively communicate progress with students, parents, and school administrators.

QUALIFICATIONS: Qualified candidates will be practicing Catholics with a good understanding of the Catholic faith and a strong commitment to Church teachings who have a strong interest in educating young people in the history and practices of the Catholic Church. • Bachelor’s degree or higher (master’s preferred but not required). • Theology Certification through the Cleveland Catholic Diocese/OCE • Strong commitment to the mission of the Diocese of Cleveland and Catholic Church. • Prior experience teaching similarly aged students is preferred, but not required. • All candidates must either hold a current Ohio teaching license or have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and a willingness to obtain the required teaching certification. • Candidate must also be able to pass FBI and BCI background checks and complete the Diocese of Cleveland VIRTUS program.

Interested candidates please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to humanresources@holynamehs.com SUBJECT LINE: THEOLOGY TEACHING POSITION