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About the Role
St. Dominic Savio Catholic High School is seeking a High School Humanities Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This position will include teaching in sections in the English and Social Sciences department as well as Study Hall coverage. The role reports to the principal and involves decision-making within school policies, philosophy, organization, and curriculum.
Responsibilities
- Support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school.
- Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
- Support and adhere to the Standards of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school.
- Plan for instruction with logically sequenced objectives based on adopted curriculum and submit plans according to school policies.
- Provide appropriate material and resources for students to engage in learning.
- Use effective instructional methods and models according to professional standard practice.
- Use varied assessment tools to perform both formative and summative assessments.
- Provide instruction and assessment for understanding.
- Maintain current and accurate records according to school policies.
- Practice positive, consistent discipline in the classroom.
- Communicate with parents regarding academic, behavioral, and safety concerns.
- Maintain a work schedule that maximizes availability to students, parents, and staff.
Requirements
- Knowledge of the teachings of the Catholic Church.
- Knowledge of subjects taught, instructional methods and strategies, and curriculum differentiation.
- Knowledge of child development, learning, and behavior.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Skill in pacing and differentiating instruction.
- Skill in motivating and engaging students in the learning process.
- Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format.
- Skill in using job-appropriate technology.
- Skill in critical thinking and planning.
- Skill in demonstrating professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits.
- Skill in collaborating with peers to enhance the work environment and support instructional planning.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school matters.
- Ability to manage student behavior in a classroom setting.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form.
- Ability to work well with others in the school community.
- Ability to conference with parents upon request and respond to messages in a timely manner.
- Ability to demonstrate gains in student performance that are in keeping with school goals.
- Ability to respond to individual learning needs.
- Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.
- Must meet the minimum requirements for teaching field as set forth by the Diocese and TCCB ED.
- Must meet staff development guidelines as set forth by the Diocese and school administration.
- Must complete Religion Certification Part 1 within two years of the date of hire, completing a minimum of 25 hours each year.
- All employees must adhere to the Catholic Schools Standards of Conduct, the Diocese of Austin EIM policies, and the social, ethical, and moral teachings of the Roman Catholic Church as interpreted by the Bishop of Austin.
Skills
- Instructional planning
- Curriculum differentiation
- Child development
- Learning
- Behavior management
- Task management
- Instructional pacing
- Student motivation
- Student engagement
- Information organization
- Technology use
- Critical thinking
- Professionalism
- Collaboration
- Confidentiality
- Classroom management
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Teamwork
- Parent conferencing
- Student performance analysis
- Individual learning needs assessment
Location
- Onsite
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Not specified
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited American university or equivalent
About the Company
- Catholic schools in the Diocese of Austin are canonically obedient to the Bishop and assist him in fulfilling his ministry and canonical obligations.
- Pastors, presidents, and principals serve as leaders of the schools to make Christ’s mission present and enduring in the schools.
- Positions employed in this School help extend the ministry of the School leaders in particular ways as outlined in the job description.
- The employee in this position is closely connected to and assists School leaders in the performance of their ministry and, therefore, engages in ministry for the Church.
Equal Opportunity
- The school is an at-will employer.
- Texas is an “at-will” employment state.
- Letters of employment are not contracts, nor do they bind the employer or the employee to a predetermined time or guarantee of employment.