Teacher, Theology, Secondary School (EX)(2026-2027)-Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, Essex MD

Archdiocese of Baltimore

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Our Lady of Mount Carmel High School seeks a Theology Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year who is passionate about building a strong Theology program that fosters the spiritual, intellectual, social, and emotional formation of students in the Catholic tradition. Under the supervision of the Principal, the Theology Teacher will help create a learning environment that encourages young people to grow in mind, body, and spirit.

Requirements

• Must be a practicing Catholic in good standing.
• Bachelor’s degree in Theology, Liturgy, Religious Studies, or a comparable field.
• Ability to provide at least three (3) professional references.
• Must submit to a background check and complete VIRTUS training.
• Must possess strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills and be able to work effectively with diverse personalities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching experience or campus/youth ministry experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Foster a welcoming environment that encourages students, teachers, staff, and parents to contribute to the school’s Catholic identity.
• Plan and implement daily lessons based on the school curriculum and Catholic teachings.
• Manage all aspects of the classroom, including instruction, classroom management, and effective communication.
• Perform non-teaching duties as assigned by the administration.
• Participate in the co-curricular and extracurricular life of the school community.
• Ensure that the mission of Our Lady of Mount Carmel School and its Catholic identity are clearly articulated and upheld among all constituents.
• Collaborate with the Campus Minister and student leaders in planning and implementing school liturgies, prayer services, Adoration, and sacramental experiences.
• Collaborate with the Campus Minister and administration in planning and implementing faculty and staff retreats.
• Promote awareness of social justice issues and community outreach.
• Support the Campus Ministry Office in the implementation and oversight of a school-wide service-learning program.
• Track and maintain student service-learning hours.
• Teach up to six classes per year in either Theology or another discipline, as assigned.
• Attend and support all school assemblies, faculty and staff meetings, designated in-services, and required weekend and evening events.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.
• Serve in other capacities as requested by the Principal.

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision coverage
• employer-paid life and disability insurance
• automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan and employer contribution (whether or not the employee contributes)
• generous paid holiday, sick and personal leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level