High School English Teacher (Junipero Serra High School, Gardena) at Archdiocese of Los Angeles (Department of Catholic Schools)
About the Employer
The Archdiocese of Los Angeles and the Department of Catholic Schools work with over 200 Catholic elementary schools and 50 Catholic high schools throughout Los Angeles, Ventura, and Santa Barbara counties and operate as the largest Archdiocese in the United States. Come join the mission of Catholic education and consider joining our amazing educators throughout the Los Angeles region!
Job Summary
Job Summary
Junipero Serra High School is seeking a passionate, faith-filled, and student-centered English Teacher to join our dedicated faculty. The ideal candidate is committed to academic excellence and the mission of Catholic education, creating a classroom environment that inspires critical thinking, effective communication, and a lifelong love of reading and writing. The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues to support student growth while fostering a culture rooted in faith, respect, integrity, compassion, and service. Candidates should demonstrate strong instructional practices, a commitment to building meaningful relationships with students, and a desire to help young men and women grow intellectually, spiritually, and personally as disciples of Jesus Christ.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications -Bachelor's degree required (preferably in English, Literature, Education, or a related field). -Valid California Teaching Credential and/or Master's degree preferred. -At least two years of teaching experience in a comprehensive high school setting. -Experience teaching a range of high school English courses; experience teaching Honors, AP English Language and Composition, and/or AP English Literature and Composition is preferred. -Strong knowledge of curriculum development, writing instruction, literary analysis, and differentiated instructional practices. -Commitment to integrating technology to enhance teaching and student learning. -Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of Catholic education. Desired Qualifications -Master's degree in English, Literature, Education, or a related field. -California Single Subject Credential in English. -Experience teaching Advanced Placement (AP) English courses. -Bilingual speaking, reading, and writing abilities (Spanish) preferred. -Excellent communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills. A commitment to fostering an inclusive, engaging, and academically rigorous learning environment rooted in the values of Catholic education.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications -Bachelor's degree required (preferably in English, Literature, Education, or a related field). -Valid California Teaching Credential and/or Master's degree preferred. -At least two years of teaching experience in a comprehensive high school setting. -Experience teaching a range of high school English courses; experience teaching Honors, AP English Language and Composition, and/or AP English Literature and Composition is preferred. -Strong knowledge of curriculum development, writing instruction, literary analysis, and differentiated instructional practices. -Commitment to integrating technology to enhance teaching and student learning. -Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of Catholic education. Desired Qualifications -Master's degree in English, Literature, Education, or a related field. -California Single Subject Credential in English. -Experience teaching Advanced Placement (AP) English courses. -Bilingual speaking, reading, and writing abilities (Spanish) preferred. -Excellent communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills. A commitment to fostering an inclusive, engaging, and academically rigorous learning environment rooted in the values of Catholic education.
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
7/27/2026
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Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$47, 402.00 - $81,613.00 Bi-weekly
$47, 402.00 - $81,613.00 Bi-weekly
Add'l Salary Info
Compensation commensurate with level of experience, relevant professional certifications, and/or degrees earned. Salary Range set forth by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles
Length of Work Year
12 months
Employment Type
Full Time