High School Theology Teacher

High School Theology Teacher

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is approving teacher candidates with competency in Theology for hiring in 2026-27 school year. Permanent and substitute opportunities.

study credits in Religion/Theology from a Catholic College or University are required.

To review information about our schools and the Office of Catholic Education visit

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia high schools are secondary educational institutions which provide a safe and dynamic environment which promote the spiritual academic and social development of the individual within the message of the Gospels.

Our schools offer a rigorous curriculum designed to meet the individual needs of a diverse student body. We address the challenges our students will face by fostering critical thinking creativity communication and team building skills.

Our vision encompasses character development through faith formation a collaborative effort for educational excellence and committed service to others.

Our Mission is to create a culture of Missionary Discipleship

RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:

Prepare and teach classes

Follow the curriculum framework designated by United States Conference of Catholic Bishops

Deliver engaging and structured lectures/lessons to students

Collaborate with other department members to create course lesson plans and materials

Develop in each student an understanding of the Catholic Faith

Adapt materials and methods to develop assignments and lesson plans that guide and challenge students

Ensures compliance with school and department policies regulations and objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Must be a practicing Catholic willing to uphold Catholic moral teaching and leading a life consistent with the Catholic Faith
• Bachelors degree and Theology or Religion Studies from a Catholic college or university
• Secondary teaching experience preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Word Excel PowerPoint etc.) email and social media preferred
• US Work Authorization is required qualification
• In classroom instruction at school location - not remote opportunity.

Candidates interested in opportunity should send cover letter resume and transcripts to Barbara Guiliano Human Resources Assistant at

PA required clearances and official transcripts will be required before employment can begin.

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia and its entities are Roman Catholic religious organizations and their employees are expected to respect and conduct themselves in accordance with the values teachings and moral of the Roman Catholic Church.

As a religious organization the Archdiocese of Philadelphia is also bound by Canon Law and Catholic teachings. For this reason there may be occasions when an employees failure to adhere to the truths of the Catholic faith are a factor in employment-related the event an employee fails to adhere to or takes a position publicly that is contrary to Catholic doctrine and teachings or any policy or procedure maintained by the Archdiocese the employee may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Employment practices will not be influenced by an individuals legally protected status or any other basis as may be required by local state and/or federal law as those laws apply to the Archdiocese.

Any employee with questions or concerns about any type of discrimination in the workplace is encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of Human Resources. Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

TheArchdiocese of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race color religion age sex national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact the Office of Catholic Education at .

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