-Meet the “Basic Requirements for Teachers” – go to https://dioceseofmonterey.org/opportunities-in-our-schools -Be willing to teach in accordance with the doctrine of the Catholic Church -Be dedicated to the interest of all children—their intellectual as well as their spiritual and moral development -Be willing to serve as a model in accordance with the “Expectations of a Teacher Working in Catholic Schools” (see “Basic Requirements for Teachers” at https://dioceseofmonterey.org/opportunities-in-our-schools) -Provide answers to Supplemental Questions (below) -Be a Catholic if a teacher of religion (one who teaches in a self-contained classroom or who teaches any aspect of religious formation, belief, practice, history or any related subject) -Adhere to the minimum requirements for Catechist Certification as set forth by the Diocese of Monterey -Have completed a BS or BA degree from a recognized college or university -Hold a valid California Teaching Credential or its equivalent from another state -Provide Employment Verification and Release forms -Meet all diocesan employment and professional requirements, and all applicable state and federal laws and regulations relating to employment -Be knowledgeable about current State Standards, best practices in teaching and using data to drive instruction -Be proficient in educational technology and have a willingness to integrate new technology into the curriculum Teaching experience preferred

Supplemental Questions As part of the application process, teacher candidates are asked to submit written responses to the following: 1. Describe your basic philosophy of teaching. What are the beliefs that guide your actions as a teacher? 2. Why do you wish to teach in a Catholic School? 3. What purpose(s) do you feel Catholic Schools fulfill? 4. What is the contribution you can personally make to a school’s goals?Application Materials (Required) Letter of Introduction Resume Application Responses to Supplemental Questions (see above) 3 Letters of Reference 3 signed Employment Verification and Release Forms (at https://www.dioceseofmonterey.org/opportunities-in-our-schools) Submit application materials by email or mail to Connie Rains ~ crains@shschool.com Sacred Heart School. 123 West Market St. Salinas, CA 93901