Description
JOB DUTIES
● Implements the USCCB Curricular Framework curriculum as indicated for each course
● Promotes a classroom environment that is conducive to individualized and/or
small-group instruction and student learning
● Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for Religious Studies and translates
lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments,
challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction
● Designs learning activities to demonstrate the relevance of the Faith to everyday life,
with a particular focus on developing habits of mind that are transferrable beyond
Religious Studies class
● Conducts ongoing standards-aligned formative assessments of student learning and
progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs, and
conducts individual and small group instruction as needed
● Uses Assessment of Religious Knowledge (ARK) and/or other normed data on student
learning to shift practice, if needed, to better serve the learning needs of our student
● Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the
educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings or by
conducting research
● Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective
communication with students and parents
● Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and
participates in faculty meetings and committees
● Function as a role model by motivating students to maximize their potential while
maintaining approachability.
● Attend school events to understand better student interests and personalities outside of
the regular classroom, build strong mentoring relationships with students.
● Participates in all school retreats
● Perform other duties and tasks as assigned
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS
● Bachelor’s Degree required
● Practicing Catholic with an active sacramental and faith life and in good standing with
the Church
● Ability to effectively communicate in oral and written form.
● Must demonstrate sensitivity towards students from diverse cultural and socio-economic
backgrounds.
● Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with teenagers and their parents.
● Has – or is working toward (or willing to begin) religious certification
o Religion Certification is renewed every five years
Application Process
Qualified applicants are encouraged to email to SBHS Assistant Principal of Academics Dr. Norma Guzman (nguzman@stbernardhs.org) the following:
Subject: “Religious Studies Open Position”
● Cover letter discussing how qualifications and experience translate to potential success at SBHS (please include previous English courses taught).
● Resume/CV including three professional references
Wage Range
Information/Application Contact
St. Bernard High School (Playa del Rey)
9100 Falmouth Avenue
Playa del Rey, CA 90293
cyeazel@stbernardhs.org