English Teacher

• Summary
• Duties & Responsibilities
• Qualifications
• About the CCHS English Department
• Compensation: Salary & Benefits
• How to Apply

 

Summary

Central Catholic High School is seeking a full-time faculty/teaching professional for an English Teacher at a premier, Catholic, college-preparatory school for the 2025-2026 Academic Year.

Candidates must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in the subject area or a related field. Master's degree is preferred. Experience, certification, or certification in process is also preferred.

 

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Define goals and expectations of each class, plan and deliver well-structured lessons, use a variety of teaching strategies, and test and evaluate student progress frequently.
2. Develop, clearly communicate and consistently implement procedures in their classroom that create an efficient learning environment.
3. Maintain and regularly update electronic students' classroom records and class data and take all steps to ensure the security of such data.
4. Demonstrate capacity to create and maintain a positive learning environment in which students’ diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected and utilized.
5. Post online and update on at least a regular basis all of the daily homework assignments and due dates for announced quizzes, tests and projects.
6. Seek and develop an understanding of each student's needs and abilities through frequent consultations with school counselors and administrators.
7. Support, cooperate with, and administer school procedures and policies as set forth in the Student-Parent Handbook and the Faculty & Staff Handbook.
8. Comprehend and commit themselves to the educational and spiritual mission of the school.
9. Further professional growth by way of graduate courses and/or workshops.
10. Keep informed of new developments and strategies in the teaching field and in their disciplines.
11. Promote collegiality among staff in their area and the entire faculty.
12. Communicate an enthusiasm for learning and are themselves examples of life-long learners.
13. Support and participate in school sponsored activities.
14. Exercise their legitimate authority firmly and impartially.
15. Attend professional staff development programs as well as faculty and academic area meetings.
16. Other duties as assigned that are consistent with the forgoing responsibilities and objectives.

 

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in academic area is required.
2. Master’s degree in academic area or related field is preferred or in the process of achieving.
3. Strong commitment to the mission of the school and incorporating such mission in the classroom.
4. Understands and is supportive of the Marist philosophy as well as CCHS policies & procedures.
5. Enjoys working with culturally diverse populations.
6. Possess effective written and oral communication, with the ability to interact with a wide range of audiences, including administrators, faculty, staff, students and families.
7. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite / Google Suite and experience with computer applications used for instruction, grading, attendance and others particular to this position.
8. High level of professionalism, confidentiality and integrity.
9. Strong interpersonal skills in diplomacy, tact and/or discretion; maintain appropriate boundaries with students and be able to handle stressful situations calmly and efficiently.
10. Ability to exercise sound judgment and resolve problems quickly and independently.
11. Possess a positive attitude, strong work ethic and passion in a team environment.
12. Is a self-starter, possesses a willingness to assist others, and is able to collaborate effectively with colleagues and works as part of a team.
13. Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

 

About the CCHS English Department

The Central Catholic High School English Department helps students grow in their critical analysis and writing skills. Through an extensive literature and writing program, students will learn to develop and organize ideas in multiple writing formats.

Students will be exposed to works of fiction in several genres such as poetry, short stories, drama, and novels. Students will also study non-fiction works as they analyze and practice the techniques of argument and rhetoric. A study of grammar and mechanics along with a comprehensive vocabulary program are designed to complement essay development.

As an English teacher at Central Catholic, you will join a group of teachers that are masterful, innovative educators who are focused on developing and motivating students to reach their full potential.

 

Compensation: Salary & Benefits

Central Catholic High School is committed to offering salaries and benefits that are highly competitive relative to similar Catholic secondary schools. Compensation will be commensurate with level of education and experience/certifications.

Benefits include:

• HMO Health Insurance Plan with a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Dental insurance through Delta Dental
• A cafeteria plan with Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Dependent Care Account (DCA)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan through Fidelity Investments with employer contribution
• Life Insurance coverage for two times salary (Employer pays 100% of the premium)
• Voluntary supplemental Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Central Catholic tuition benefit offered for children of full-time employees

 

How to Apply

For immediate consideration, interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit the following materials to jobs@centralcatholic.net. Please submit materials as soon as possible. Interviews with qualified candidates will begin immediately.

• A cover letter expressing their interest in this position
• A current resume
• College transcript(s)
• A list of three to five professional references with name, relationship, phone number and email address of each.

The position will commence with the 2025-2026 school year.