What are the responsibilities and job description for the Theology Teacher position at University of Detroit Jesuit High School and Academy?
Position Details
Job Summary : University of Detroit Jesuit High School and Academy is seeking an outstanding, highly qualified Theology teacher for the 2025-26 school year. Responsibilities include the formation of students intellectually and spiritually through the study and appropriation of the Catholic and Christian tradition, especially through the specific lens of Ignatian Spirituality and the Jesuit tradition. The ideal candidate must be a relationship builder, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and be well trained in content knowledge and teaching strategies including the use of primary sources and inquiry-based instruction.
Our Mission : We are a Catholic school in the Jesuit tradition dedicated to academic excellence, forming students to become Men for Others with Jesus as the model, and guiding them in the creation of a hope-filled future, all for the Greater Glory of God.
Our Vision : To be the leading school in southeast Michigan for young men and families seeking a community committed to academic excellence and the formation of the whole person.
Our School : U of D Jesuit strives to develop graduates who are open to growth, committed to doing justice, loving, religious, and intellectually competent. Employees must be committed to understanding, promoting, and modeling the mission and vision of U of D Jesuit in their day-to-day activity. U of D Jesuit prohibits the abuse and mistreatment of students and takes seriously any report of suspected abuse. Every employee is required to adhere to policies relating to boundaries with students, report any suspicious and inappropriate behaviors promptly, and attend abuse risk management training as scheduled.
U of D Jesuit reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Compensation : Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Full benefits package also included.
Reports to : the Principal, with additional oversight provided by the Assistant Principals
and the Department Chairperson
Employment Category : Full-time, Exempt, 10-month
Duties and Performance Responsibilities : A day consists of five (5) teaching periods, one (1) lunch period, one (1) homeroom period, one (1) period given to prefecting or other School duty as the Principal or his assistant may assign, and at least one (1) period unencumbered by instructional or supervisory responsibilities to provide time for planning, student conferences, preparation for effective teaching and attention to major program improvement and innovation.
The Teacher’s services shall include the preparation and correction of examinations, proctoring, and substitution. Included are the customary conferences with students and parents; individual guidance of students; service on faculty committees; active service in studying departmental and School problems; preparation of syllabi; attendance at commencement, faculty meetings and other School functions; and such other professional services as in the judgment of the Principal, the needs of the School shall require. Teachers at U of D Jesuit are encouraged to actively support the mission of the school by supporting the Campus Ministry and Service department and actively manifesting our mission, vision and values as part of their professional practice.
Faculty members are expected to participate in appropriate professional development activities to stay current in their assigned teaching fields, program and discipline. Additionally, faculty members must be willing to be open to the concepts of Catholic social teaching as well as lgnatian pedagogy, or the education of the whole person. Attendance at professional development days as determined by the Principal is mandatory. Professional development days may be scheduled prior to the first day of classes and during the school year.
Qualifications and Experience :
- A Bachelor’s degree in the field of theology, religious studies, or another closely related field is required. Master’s degree preferred.
- Classroom teaching experience preferred.
- Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Roman Catholic Church preferred.
- U of D Jesuit partners with Clarkston Community Schools for Shared Services. The successful candidate must be willing to participate in Shared Services as a condition of employment if he / she were to teach any classes outside of the Theology Department.
Other Skills and Abilities :
This posting documents the general nature and level of responsibility associated with this position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all activities, duties and responsibilities required of incumbents. It is not intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and monitor the work of employees under their supervision.
University of Detroit Jesuit High School and Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all candidates for employment equally regardless of age, color, national origin, race, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Because of its status as a religious entity the school may consider a candidate’s religious affiliation in its employment decisions, consistent with State and Federal law.
