What are the responsibilities and job description for the Theology / Social Studies Teacher position at Mount St. Joseph Academy?
Mount Saint Joseph Academy, a Roman Catholic, diocesan co-educational / college preparatory high school located in Rutland, Vermont, seeks a full time high school Religious Studies / Social Studies teacher for the 2025-2026 school year.
The ideal candidate should be passionate about their Catholic faith and desire to further students in their spiritual journey. The candidate must have a sound, in-depth knowledge of Roman Catholic Faith and Practice and be a practicing Catholic committed to his/her own faith life and that of the students.
The Religious Studies / Social Studies teacher is responsible for assisting students in their faith formation through the use of a comprehensive Religious Studies curriculum (Didache Classroom Series), as well as possible Social Studies course offerings. The teacher is expected to create engaging, challenging, and innovative lesson plans that encourage students to seek and explore their faith from a multi-faceted approach, including in-depth classroom discussions and activities, research, self-reflection, worship, and service to others.
Teachers must have a willingness to be an active participant in the larger school community to continue our positive school culture, which can have a lasting positive impact on students.
Essential Functions:
Develop and deliver instruction strategies that align with the doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church, engage students in active and positive learning that is appropriate for the students’ age and faith development level.
Ability to develop a rapport with students to build trust and encourage their progress, no matter where the student is at in their personal faith journey; a classroom environment where students feel safe and comfortable taking risks and questioning to seek understanding.
Promote student achievement by effectively managing a classroom of diverse learners and faith backgrounds that fosters an environment both inviting and accepting to the student.
Possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively communicate with students, parents, and colleagues.
Maintain open lines of communication with parents/guardians, informing them of their child’s progress and addressing any concerns they may have.
Provide weekly prompt and timely grade feedback to students and parents on a weekly basis.
Qualifications:
Must be a practicing Catholic, in good standing with the Church, committed to his/her own faith life and that of the students.
Bachelor’s degree in theology /religious studies, Social Studies, History, or related field of study, from an accredited college or university preferred, but not required.
Minimum of 1-2 years teaching experience in middle or high school classroom preferred but not required.
Demonstrated success in designing and implementing engaging faith based lesson plans preferred but not required
Excellent communication (written & verbal), organizational and time-management skills.
Vermont Teaching Licensure with proper endorsements preferred, but not required.
Salary Range & Benefits:
Salary commensurate with experience. Benefit offerings include: medical, dental, vision insurance, 403(b) retirement, personal and sick leave days.
Interested candidates should send a letter of introduction and interest, including a current resume to Michael Audette, Principal, Mount Saint Joseph Academy, 127 Convent Avenue, Rutland, VT, 05701, maudette@msjvermont.org.