2025-2026 Middle School Religion Teacher

Full- Time

Espiritu Santo Catholic School

General Duties and Responsibilities

To teach is to model Christ-like behavior at all times, to continuously grow professionally and model lifelong learning through understanding and application of current best practices, to respect and honor the dignity of the students as children of God who are growing, physically, mentally, spiritually, and emotionally, to work collaboratively with the parents in relation to the students holistic growth, to commit to the concept of total community, and to provide a nurturing and supportive learning environment.

The teacher is a qualified, professional educator who meets the requirements to teach in the Diocese of St. Petersburg, complies with education policies and procedures of the diocese and the school, and cooperates with colleagues and the supervisor to provide an educational climate for the personal development of each student.

Qualifications

1. 21 years of age or older.
2. Must hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, hold and maintain State Certification or meet the Superintendents qualifications for special subject areas or Early Childhood requirements where appropriate.
3. Meet the requirements of the diocese for religious instruction within five years of initial employment and maintain ongoing training as required.
4. Be knowledgeable of child development and must be able to effectively teach the subjects assigned.
5. Must be able to teach mastery of skills as identified in the State, and Diocesan Standards of Curriculum.
6. Be able to use a personal computer, technology equipment, and software pertinent to the position.
7. Maintain professional attire at all times.
8. Be enthusiastic, dedicated, interactive, caring, nurturing, patient, communicative, and supportive of all students.

Essential Duties

Professional Duties

1. Must be a practicing Catholic.
2. Teach and act in accordance with Catholic doctrine and moral teachings.
3. Know, teach, and act consistently in accordance with the mission, philosophy, objectives, and policies of the school.
4. Participate in diocesan catechetical certification, mandated trainings, and in the accreditation process as directed by the supervisor.
5. Engage in ongoing professional and religious development.
6. Articulate with co-workers to ensure consistency in learning and a high quality of curriculum.
7. Maintain currency of CPR and First Aide training as required by local, state, and accrediting agencies.

Competitive salary. Eligible for excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K and pension.

Interested candidates must apply via the Diocese of St Petersburg website - Schools - Careers.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a Level II Background Screening.