Junior High Religion Teacher - Archbishop Neale School - La Plata Maryland

Archbishop Neale School in La Plata, Maryland is hiring a full-time Religion Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. The role reports to the Principal and requires a Certified Catechist. Salary is $44,200 with excellent benefits.

Responsibilities

• Planning
  • Create lesson plans that align with the Archdiocese of Washington Academic and Religious Standards.
  • Utilize standardized test scores and other assessments to adjust lesson plans and inform instruction.
  • Plan learner-based lessons that address the diverse needs of all students.
• Instruction
  • Deliver a balanced program incorporating direct instruction, guided instruction, individual/group practice, questioning, demonstration, and discovery.
  • Plan individual and group instruction, including lectures, discussions, and hands-on activities.
  • Administer formal and informal assessments to evaluate instructional objectives.
  • Use assessment data to differentiate instruction and meet diverse student needs.
  • Assign classwork and homework that reinforce lesson objectives.
• Classroom Management
  • Establish classroom procedures to optimize instructional time.
  • Create and enforce clear rules fostering an atmosphere where all students can thrive.
  • Maintain a positive learning environment based on mutual respect and cooperation.
  • Set high expectations for achievement.
  • Ensure Catholic values underpin all interactions between students and teacher.
• Communication
  • Maintain a grade book reflecting students’ progress on formative and summative assessments.
  • Monitor grades and communicate status to parents and administration.
  • Inform students and parents of assignments, projects, rubrics, and due dates.
  • Routinely update the school’s grade book portal with homework, projects, and grades.
  • Use email, notes, and phone calls to notify parents of academic or behavioral concerns.
  • Hold conferences with parents for academic or behavioral interventions.
  • Produce quarterly progress reports and report cards.
• Catholic Identity
  • Actively foster and support Catholic beliefs, traditions, and practices.
  • Reflect the Catholic Church’s teachings on social justice and service to others.
  • Assist in planning liturgical ceremonies such as Mass, penance services, and prayer services.
  • Lead and encourage prayer in the classroom.
  • Plan and teach religion classes aligned with ADW Religion Standards.
  • Attend Catholic liturgical ceremonies as required.
• Non-Instructional Duties
  • Perform duties such as carpool, recess, lunch, and classroom teacher substitution as required.
  • Sponsor clubs and other school activities as required.
  • Attend Home and School meetings and other after-hours school events.
  • Participate in all required faculty and professional development meetings.
  • Obtain Maryland, Virginia, or District of Columbia teacher certification within three years of hire.
  • Obtain required religious certification as specified.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Current teacher certification in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, DC (candidates have 3 years from hire to earn certification).
• Knowledge of child development and supervision.
• Experience teaching in an elementary school setting (preferred).

Pay

$44,200 per year.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package included.