(2026-2027) High School Theology Teacher, Nativity B.V.M. High School

Diocese of Allentown•Pottsville, PA

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Nativity B.V.M. High School, part of the Diocese of Allentown, is seeking a full-time, exempt Theology Teacher for the (2026-2027) academic year. The role involves actively instructing students, creating lesson plans, assigning and grading homework, managing the classroom, communicating with families, and fostering students' spiritual growth and understanding of their faith. Applicants must submit clearances, a teacher application, cover letter, and resume to be considered.

Requirements

Must be a practicing Catholic in good standing.
Must have a deep knowledge of the Catholic faith.
Must agree to live by the tenets of the Catholic faith, including in lifestyle and on personal social media.
Bachelor's degree with Theology coursework.
Submit clearances.
Submit a teacher application.
Submit a cover letter.
Submit a resume.

Nice To Haves

PA certification preferred.
Previous experience working with children.
An understanding of child development and the skills necessary to relate to the students being taught.
The ability to handle classroom situations with fairness and patience.
Good writing skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students and teachers.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, a high degree of credibility, integrity, and self-confidence is essential.

Responsibilities

Provides academic subject instruction by preparing lesson plans, activities, projects, and assignments that empower students to engage with course content intellectually, while also inviting students to journey deeper into a relationship with God.
Demonstrates knowledge of the prescribed curriculum, current educational research, and technological tools to address student learning styles and achieve meaningful and measurable outcomes following the designed lesson plan.
Actively establishes and maintains appropriate student supervision so that students have a safe, orderly, effective, and productive environment.
Upholds Nativity B.V.M High School's discipline procedures.
Actively supervises students in hallways before, after, and between classes, in a library, in the cafeteria, in bus areas, and at special events, ensuring safety and security.
Organizes daily class time so that instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time; develops weekly lessons with the appropriate instructional materials; provides appropriate, detailed instructions/plans for a substitute teacher in the event of absence.
Maintains fair, accurate, and timely grading policies, procedures, and attendance.
Regularly checks email and updates web pages as required through the technology system provided by the school.
Grades papers, assignments, and assessments promptly and accurately.
Communicate with students and parents on a regular basis about schedules, assignments, events, and individual student needs.
Meet with parents during parent-teacher conferences throughout the school year.
Evaluate each student's progress in theological knowledge; keep appropriate records; prepare, administer, score, and record results of tests in evaluating student progress; prepare progress reports and report cards.
Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters including social media and online platforms.
Follow all Nativity B.V.M. High School and Allentown Diocese policies as per the teacher's handbook.
Maintains and engages in professional growth, adheres to professional standards, and demonstrates professional ethics, sound judgment, and leadership.
Cooperates and collaborates with other staff members in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
Attends all required in-service training meetings and workshops.
Attends and participates in faculty meetings.
Performs other duties assigned by supervisor, administrator, or principal.