Middle School Teacher (ELA/Social Studies/Religion)

MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHER

(ELA/SOCIAL

STUDIES/RELIGION

) $46,000-$70,000 Sacred Heart School (Ventura)

POSTED 04/22/2026 EXPIRES 06/06/2026 DESCRIPTION

We are a small Catholic school seeking a passionate, dedicated, and dynamic educator to join our team as a Middle School Teacher for English Language Arts, Social Studies, and Religion. This position is an exciting opportunity for an individual who values faith-based education, enjoys working closely within a supportive school community, and is committed to inspiring young adolescents during their formative middle school years. Our school prides itself on being a close-knit community where relationships matter. We prioritize truly knowing and understanding our students and families, fostering meaningful connections, and collaborating effectively with parents, students, and colleagues to support the growth of every child.

Key Responsibilities:

Teach middle school courses in English Language Arts, Social Studies, and Religion. Create engaging, rigorous, and faith-centered lessons that meet the academic and spiritual needs of students. Inspire students to grow intellectually, morally, and socially. Serve as a positive role model and leader for middle school students. Build strong partnerships with parents through open communication and collaboration. Work closely with colleagues to create a cohesive and supportive learning environment. Foster a classroom culture rooted in respect, responsibility, and Catholic values. Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in meeting the evolving needs of students and the school community. Why Join SHS? Small class sizes and strong relationships with students and families. Supportive and collaborative faculty community. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in students' academic and spiritual lives. A school culture centered on faith, service, and excellence. If you are an educator who is eager to lead, inspire, and become an integral part of a caring Catholic school community, please submit resume, cover letter, and three references to principal@SHSVentura.org

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree required; teaching credential preferred. Experience teaching middle school students preferred. Comfortable teaching Catholic religion curriculum and supporting the faith mission of the school. Strong classroom management and organizational skills. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Flexible, positive, and team-oriented mindset. Passion for working with adolescents and helping them thrive. 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.