Theology Teacher at Chaminade College Preparatory
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Job Summary
Job Summary
Chaminade College Preparatory seeks a dynamic, innovative, and engaging THEOLOGY TEACHER with great classroom management skills for our high school campus (grades 9-12) in West Hills, California. This is a full-time position. The Successful Candidate Is a practicing Catholic who creates a learning environment that fosters an active love of God and inspires students to seek a deeper knowledge of God (faith seeking understanding). Has a robust understanding of Catholic Theology and will be able to support and instruct students in the critical analysis of Catholic Teaching and how it relates to their individual spiritual experience. Has experience teaching high school Theology and has delivered lessons that support and instruct students as they continue to develop analytical and evaluative thinking, reading, and writing skills. Knows how to design and implement lessons that allow students to both learn about the Catholic Faith tradition and learn from the Catholic Faith tradition; enabling all students to succeed and reach their full potential. Teaches five sections. Under the supervision of the vice principals, teaches a standards based (USCCB / Archdiocesan) curriculum. In a timely manner, plans lessons; provides feedback and grades on assignments; maintains grades, attendance, and other school records; and communicates with students, their families, and counselors when students need support. Collaborates with department members and course counterpart(s) to evaluate, monitor, and update curriculum, assessment, and pacing guides under the guidance of the Department Chair. Ensures that instructional strategies respect students' diverse social identities while still corresponding to Catholic Marianist values and the mission of the school. Integrates technology by using BlackBoard Learning Management System (LMS) (can provide training), discipline based learning technology tools, and other collaborative and productivity tools (*Note: All students use a sc