Immaculate Heart High School, a Catholic, independent, college preparatory school for girls, has been located on a beautiful hillside property in the Los Feliz area of Los Angeles, California, since our founding by the Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary in 1906. We continue to attract very talented and highly motivated young women who represent the religious, ethnic, and socioeconomic diversity of the City of Los Angeles and its suburbs. Our students are immersed in an exciting and challenging curriculum that inspires a love of learning while demanding the focus and self-discipline necessary for success in college and beyond. Complementing the academic program, we offer a wide spectrum of extracurricular activities designed to help students to explore their interests and to tap into their special gifts and talents.

We seek an experienced theology Teacher who is a passionate educator and open to collaborating on departmental and interdisciplinary levels. This is a full-time position and calls for an instructor who will be responsible for teaching multiple levels of theology, ranging from 7th grade World Religions to senior level theology electives. Classes occur in a block schedule. Applicants should be familiar with and supportive of the educational and spiritual philosophy of Catholic Education as well as a commitment to academic and personal excellence, diversity, community, and service as expressed through Immaculate Heart’s mission statement. Candidates must be able to connect with students with compassion and grace wherever students may be on their faith journey.

The Ideal Candidate:

• is an experienced teacher of Catholic theology and has a strong understanding of how to engage students in religious studies as a faith practice as well as an academic field.
• uses varied assessment methods to gauge student progress and provide feedback.
• enjoys the freedom and support to develop innovative teaching strategies.
• is willing to collaborate with other teachers within and beyond the department in our professional learning community.
• is sensitive to an academically, socially, culturally, religiously, and ethnically diverse, all-girl population.
• is comfortable teaching in a technology-enhanced learning environment.
• demonstrates excellent classroom management, communication, and organization skills.
• is able to connect with students, parents, and colleagues in a professional way.

Requirements

• Prior high school theology teaching experience
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in theology, religious studies or a related field. Graduate students who are currently pursuing an advanced degree in Theology or Religious Studies are also encouraged to apply.
• Certification through ADLA (or willingness to pursue the certification)

Application Procedure:
Interested candidates should email the following to: employment-hs@ihs.immaculateheart.org
1. Letter of Interest
2. Resume reflecting educational and professional background
3. Names and contact information for three professional references (to be contacted only with the applicant’s permission)
4. Copy of college transcript and credential (at time of interview)

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.