What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Religion Teacher position at Saint Patrick Academy?
Job Description Middle School Faculty - Religion
2025 - 2026 School Year
Requirements for employment:
- Minimum of Bachelor's Degree or higher
- Teaching experience in a formal education setting or experience working with children/students
Responsible to: Dean of Middle School
General Description: Middle School Religion
Saint Patrick Academy is seeking a qualified and passionate, part-time Middle School (7th and 8th grade) Religion teacher. SPA is a co-educational, independent Catholic school serving students from PreK-3 through 8th grade in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The School provides a challenging and enriched curriculum that allows graduates to achieve success in the high schools of their choice.
To be considered for this position, the applicant must be a practicing Catholic.
The ideal candidate:
- Has experience and skills in teaching Religion, as well as in curriculum development, classroom management, and pedagogy
- Demonstrates an enthusiasm for the subject matter
- Has experience with and a passion for Middle School students and Middle-level education
- Desires to develop expertise in social-emotional learning and differentiated instruction
- Demonstrates meaningful skill with technology in order to create authentic learning experiences for students (SPA is a 1:1 Chromebook school)
- Works collaboratively with administration, faculty, and staff in carrying out the Catholic mission of the school
- Possesses excellent oral and written communication skills
- Holds at least a bachelor's degree
- Thrives in a faith-driven environment
Responsibilities include:
- Teaching 4 sections of Religion (two 7th grade and two 8th grade)
- Guiding Middle School students in the academic, social and spiritual dimensions of their lives
- Engaging in the larger school community by overseeing clubs and activities
Please send a cover letter and resume to Dr. James Melone at jmelone@saintpatrickacademy.org or complete application online.
Essential Duties:
- Support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school.
- Support and adhere to the Standards of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school
- Supervises students in the classroom, at lunch, recess, and in routine movement
- Delivers assigned curriculum using the designated textbook and curriculum expectations
- Ensures that all students receive the highest quality academic instruction
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church.
- Knowledge of child development, learning, and behavior.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously and following directions.
- Skill in motivating and engaging students in the learning process.
- Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format.
- Skill in using job-appropriate technology.
- Skill in critical thinking and planning.
- Skill in demonstrating professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school matters.
- Ability to manage student behavior in the classroom setting.
- Ability to maintain current and accurate records according to school policy
- Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form.
- Ability to work well with others in the school community.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
- 4-year college degree or equivalent
Experience:
- None required
Certifications and Training:
- Sufficient training to perform tasks assigned by the Head of School
- Must submit a certificate of completion for the SafeHaven Training per the Diocese of Manchester within the first week of employment.
Working Conditions:
- All employees of the school are engaged in ministry and closely tied to the Head of School in the exercise of the Head of School's ministry and obligations to the school.
- The School is an at-will employer.
- Working in a fast-paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly.
- Will be exposed to religious ceremonies, conduct, and speech including Christian prayer and Catholic liturgical celebrations.
- Will be required to adhere to established dress codes and conduct standards.
- All buildings and vehicles owned by the school are tobacco-free.