English Teacher - 2026-2027 School Year

St. Thomas High School • Houston, TX

20h • Onsite

About The Position

The position includes duties as classroom teacher, English curriculum owner, and active contributor to the overall growth of students at St. Thomas High School. Ensure the mission and values of the St. Thomas High School are upheld within the department. Gives witness to integrity and respect while representing St. Thomas High School in the broader community. Engages and becomes part of the St. Thomas High School community. Serves all St. Thomas families with compassion and respect.

Requirements

• This position requires a professional who holds a bachelor’s degree
• Has a minimum 24 hours of college level English courses
• Has completed 12 credit hours in graduate level education courses or holds a valid state teaching certificate
• Is passionate about teaching
• Supports and implements the philosophy of Catholic education

Nice To Haves

• A strong candidate for this position is a teacher who holds an advanced degree in English, Education, or a related field
• Has prior teaching experience at high school or college level
• Possesses highly effective classroom management and time management skills
• Demonstrates strong lesson preparation and organizational skills
• Creates a classroom culture of high academic expectations, high levels of engagement, and high levels of rigor
• Provides students with meaningful and timely feedback on their work
• Is willing to be reflective and to work collaboratively
• Is eager to embrace new challenges
• Is willing to coach and to be coached
• Is openly enthusiastic and optimistic

Responsibilities

• Teach 5 sections of English in a Catholic college preparatory environment.
• Additional duties include a section of study hall and/or section of substitute coverage.
• Actively pursue professional growth and continually strive to improve curriculum and instruction.
• Willingly take on responsibilities above and beyond standard classroom duties.
• Cheerfully perform duties required of all faculty members as outlined in employment contract.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time