Description
Notre Dame Academy, located in West Los Angeles, is a mission-driven Catholic school known for strong leadership, thoughtful innovation, and a deeply student-centered approach to teaching and learning.
We believe in a guaranteed and viable curriculum paired with instructional flexibility. Our faculty thrives in an environment that balances structure with innovation. We seek educators who approach complexity with confidence and who prioritize student growth over personal preference.
Teachers at NDA collaborate meaningfully, reflect on their practice, and continuously refine instruction. We invest deeply in educators who are committed to growth and energized by purposeful, student-centered work.
Position Overview
- Notre Dame Academy is seeking a 6th–8th Religion Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
- Religion at NDA is both an academic subject and a formative experience. Students explore Catholic teachings, scripture, and moral reasoning while also developing habits of reflection, empathy, and service.
- The middle school religion program includes classroom instruction as well as opportunities for retreats, prayer, and student leadership experiences that help students connect faith with daily life.
- We are looking for an educator who can teach Catholic theology thoughtfully while creating space for meaningful discussion, reflection, and spiritual growth.
Responsibilities include:
- Design and implement a comprehensive religion curriculum aligned with Archdiocesan standards
- Guide students in exploring scripture, Catholic teachings, and moral decision-making
- Foster thoughtful discussion and reflection on faith, ethics, and service
- Plan and facilitate middle school retreats and faith formation experiences
- Support the development of student leadership opportunities connected to faith and service
- Create a classroom environment that promotes respect, reflection, and community
- Track and analyze student progress using a variety of assessment tools
- Communicate regularly and effectively with families
- Collaborate with the middle school team and contribute to the broader school community
Requirements
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years teaching experience preferred
- Teaching credential
- Strong knowledge of Catholic theology and Church teachings
- Must be an active Catholic in good standing with the Church
- Experience facilitating meaningful classroom discussions with middle school students
- Strong classroom management and relational teaching skills
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
- Comfort integrating technology into instruction
- Willingness to reflect, adapt, and grow professionally
- Preferred qualifications include experience planning retreats, campus ministry programming, or student leadership initiatives.
Benefits
Notre Dame Academy values its educators and provides strong leadership support, meaningful professional development, and opportunities for growth within the school community.
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Salary range: $62,700 – $97,900 depending on experience
- Health and retirement benefits
- Professional growth opportunities
- Collaborative and mission-driven faculty community
To learn more about our school community, visit www.ndaes.org or follow @ndaeknights on Instagram.
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit:
- Resume
- Contact information for three professional references
- A brief 2–3 sentence response to the following question: What about Notre Dame Academy’s mission and approach to teaching resonates most with you?
Materials should be sent to:
jobsearch@ndaes.org
Wage Range
The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs.
Information/Application Contact
Notre Dame Academy (Los Angeles)
Los Angeles, CA 90064
jobsearch@ndaes.org