Middle School Religion Teacher for the 2026 -2027 School Year

Roman Catholic Bishop of San Diego•Poway, CA

1d•$55,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

St. Michael's School is seeking an experienced and passionate educator who is deeply committed to developing Christ-centered, forward-thinking leaders to serve our future Church and our world. St. Michael's School is a parish school located in San Diego, California.

Requirements

Active, practicing Roman Catholic
Respects and understands a Catholic school philosophy
Possess a cleared California multiple subject teaching credential
Possess a Bachelor’s Degree
Clear criminal background check (a clear Livescan for the Diocese of San Diego is a condition of employment)
Experience teaching in an elementary school classroom
Positive professional references and recommendations
To successfully meet the needs of the students in his/her care, the teacher must: Spend the majority of the day standing in the classroom. While standing the teacher will frequently hold objects they are working with or demonstrating
Sit on an occasional basis when developing lesson plans, grading, etc.
Walk through the classroom and be able to maneuver in tight spaces between desks. Walk on both even and uneven surfaces
Deal with students while kneeling or squatting, stooping, or bending
Reach at, below, or above shoulder height with the dominant upper extremity; may require trunk or neck rotation to look back at the class
Assist in moving children's desks and chairs to change the layout of the classroom to influence the learning situation. It is occasionally necessary to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 25 pounds from the office to classrooms
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to be inside the classroom. The employee is required to be mobile to, from, and within the classroom and preschool environment, as well as maneuver throughout the school facility to attend meetings, trainings, and other work-related events. The employee may be required to conduct trips to, from, and within various city and county-wide locations to attend trainings or workshops.

Nice To Haves

Basic Catechetical Certification (preferred)

Responsibilities

Develop and implement lesson plans aligned to the Common Core and California State standards as well as the Diocese of San Diego Religion Standards
Establish a positive classroom culture and maintain strong classroom management to maximize instructional time
Differentiate classroom instruction to meet the needs of all learners
Regularly collect and analyze data to inform and adjust instruction
Skillfully use technology to accomplish learning goals and increase student engagement
Evaluate students' academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, prepare progress reports and report cards (grades)
Communicate regularly with parents and guardians on student progress
Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices throughout the school and share best practices
Actively participate in ongoing professional development
Return voice-mail/e-mail messages in a timely manner
Communicate regularly with parents
Maintain a neat and orderly classroom
Demonstrate a respectful demeanor with staff, students, and parents
Observe utmost confidentiality regarding parent, student, staff information/conversations
Supervise playground and other areas of duty as the role may require
Other duties as assigned