What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engllish Teacher, Central Catholic High School, Pittsburgh position at Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh?
April 5, 2025
Teacher of English Position Overview:
Central Catholic High School is seeking a dynamic and dedicated educator to join its English Department as a high school English teacher. The ideal candidate will be a passionate and innovative professional who is committed to the academic, personal, and spiritual formation of young men in a Catholic, all-boys educational environment. Candidates should demonstrate a love for teaching, a commitment to life-long learning, and a desire to collaborate closely with colleagues to support student success and advance the mission of Central Catholic High School. Rooted in the Lasallian tradition, the school seeks individuals who will inspire students to grow as Men of Faith, Men of Scholarship, and Men of Service. This is an opportunity to be part of a vibrant community that values academic excellence, character development, and meaningful relationships.
Reports to: Principal
(works closely with the English Department, English Department Chair, Vice Principal of Academic Affairs, and Vice Principal of Student Affairs).
Direct Reports: None
Status: Full-time, 10-month per year, exempt position. Federation of Pittsburgh Diocesan Teachers Tenure Track
Primary Responsibilities:
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Requirements:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and résumé for consideration. Application materials should be sent via email to: Jack Wallace, Principal
Email: jwallace@centralcatholichs.com
Please include “English Teacher Application – [Your Full Name]” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Mission Statement
The Central Catholic Promise: To inspire boys to become Men of Faith, Men of Scholarship, Men of Service.
Central Catholic High School, a college preparatory school for boys, is guided by the educational principles of St. John Baptist de La Salle.
The school strives to provide a challenging, relevant, and diverse program of studies and extracurricular activities in an environment that fosters a life of faith and learning and develops leaders rooted in the Gospel values of integrity, respect, service, justice, and peace.
Central Catholic High School is seeking a dynamic and dedicated educator to join its English Department as a high school English teacher. The ideal candidate will be a passionate and innovative professional who is committed to the academic, personal, and spiritual formation of young men in a Catholic, all-boys educational environment. Candidates should demonstrate a love for teaching, a commitment to life-long learning, and a desire to collaborate closely with colleagues to support student success and advance the mission of Central Catholic High School. Rooted in the Lasallian tradition, the school seeks individuals who will inspire students to grow as Men of Faith, Men of Scholarship, and Men of Service. This is an opportunity to be part of a vibrant community that values academic excellence, character development, and meaningful relationships.
Reports to: Principal
(works closely with the English Department, English Department Chair, Vice Principal of Academic Affairs, and Vice Principal of Student Affairs).
Direct Reports: None
Status: Full-time, 10-month per year, exempt position. Federation of Pittsburgh Diocesan Teachers Tenure Track
Primary Responsibilities:
- Embrace and exemplify Central Catholic’s mission to form and educate young men to be Men of Faith, Men of Scholarship, and Men of Service.
- Uphold and promote the Lasallian Core Principles, including: o Faith in the presence of God o Commitment to a quality education o Inclusive community o Respect for all persons
- Teach five sections of English in collaboration with the English Department.
- Actively participate in curriculum development and ongoing review within the English Department.
- Engage fully in faculty formation programs and contribute to a culture of ongoing professional growth.
- Pursue professional development opportunities to remain current in content knowledge and instructional practices.
- Support the broader school community by participating in co-curricular, extra-curricular, service, and/or retreat opportunities centered on student growth.
- Demonstrate a collaborative spirit by assisting with departmental initiatives or school-wide projects as needed, at the discretion of the Principal and/or President, while maintaining full adherence to the Federation of Pittsburgh Diocesan Teachers’ contract with the Diocese of Pittsburgh.
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Requirements:
- Possession of, or the ability to obtain, all current clearances and background checks required by the Diocese of Pittsburgh.
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, English, or a related field is required; an advanced degree is preferred.
- Valid Pennsylvania teaching certification in English (Grades 7–12) is preferred.
- Prior teaching experience at the secondary level is strongly preferred.
- Ability and willingness to coach high school athletics is a plus.
- Demonstrated strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, is required.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds in the course of classroom duties.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and résumé for consideration. Application materials should be sent via email to: Jack Wallace, Principal
Email: jwallace@centralcatholichs.com
Please include “English Teacher Application – [Your Full Name]” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Mission Statement
The Central Catholic Promise: To inspire boys to become Men of Faith, Men of Scholarship, Men of Service.
Central Catholic High School, a college preparatory school for boys, is guided by the educational principles of St. John Baptist de La Salle.
The school strives to provide a challenging, relevant, and diverse program of studies and extracurricular activities in an environment that fosters a life of faith and learning and develops leaders rooted in the Gospel values of integrity, respect, service, justice, and peace.
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