Theology Teacher

Theology Teacher 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars West Islip, NY $48,000 - $83,000 a year - Full-time St. John the Baptist DHS 2 reviews $48,000 - $83,000 a year - Full-time St. John the Baptist DHS West Islip, NY Job ID#: 7914176025

Posted:

June 23, 2026

Expires:

July 23, 2026

Category:

Secondary Education Terms:

Full-Time Employee Experience:

0-2

Years Education:

Undergraduate Degree Base Pay:

Salary Send applications or inquiries to: cHJpbmNpcGFsc29mZmljZUBzamJkaHMub3

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Exempt, Full-Time Reports To:

Principal Location:

St. John the

Baptist Diocesan High School Salary:

$48,000 - $83,000 (depending on experience) Job Summary St. John the Baptist Diocesan High School is seeking a Theology Teacher for the Department of Evangelization and Catechesis. The Theology Teacher will report directly to the high school principal.

The Theology Teacher:

Is a prayerful and practicing Roman Catholic committed to the mission of the education, evangelization and catechesis of high school students. Understands the proper relationship between Faith and Reason, and understands the importance of Catholic Apologetics in the mission of education. Has a charism and developed talents for communicating in a compelling way the teachings of the Catholic Church in a way that inspires, motivates, and leads high school students to deeper conversion and conformity to Christ and His Church Works collaboratively with the Department Chair, Chaplain, Campus Minister, and Administrative Team to promote the truths, beauty, and goodness of the Gospel and the Catholic faith. Lives an exemplary life of holiness and serves as a role model for students, families, and school personnel. Is publicly and privately faithful to the teachings of the Catholic Church as contained in the Catechism of the Catholic Church and the Code of Canon Law as interpreted by the Diocesan Bishop.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teaches theology classes to high school students Prepares daily lessons and instruction of assigned classes in accordance with school and diocesan curriculum Classroom management and discipline of all assigned classes of students Diagnosis and evaluation of students' mastery of learning or lack thereof Prepares remedial lessons where necessary Reports student progress to parents as needed and during school-scheduled conferences, meeting with parents upon their request Attends and participates at meetings pertaining to the professional planning and evaluation of school program Additional supervision & duties during the school day

Qualifications:

A Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Catholic Theology or Catechetics is preferred. An ability to articulate the truths of the Catholic Faith in a precise yet accessible way to high school students An understanding of the Kerygma, Sacred Scripture, the principles of Catholic Social Teachings A capacity for communicating well with high school students, parents, and colleagues. Hours of Work Monday through Friday work week with occasional weekends and evenings as dictated by the school calendar Please submit all resumes, cover letters, and/or inquiries to Mr. Vincent Albrecht, Principal - valbrecht@stjohnthebaptistdhs.net Send applications or inquiries to: cHJpbmNpcGFsc29mZmljZUBzamJkaHMub3Jn About the Employer St. John the Baptist Diocesan High School is a co-educational, comprehensive, college preparatory Catholic High School in West Islip, (Long Island) New York. St. John's offers a variety of courses to maximize each student's potential. Our missions is to develop each student intellectually, spiritually, and emotionally. Academic development and excellence are the main focus at St. John's. St. John's boasts extensive state-of-the-art facilities for academic coursework, as well as athletics.