Theology Teacher

Location: Morristown, New Jersey
Type: Full-time

About the School

Delbarton is a Roman Catholic school for boys, grades 7-12, operated by the Benedictine Monks of St. Mary's Abbey. Delbarton School is founded on the 1500-year tradition of Benedictine learning which, based on the fundamental values that spring from the Judeo-Christian tradition, seeks to develop the whole person, both as an individual creature of spirit, mind, and body, and as a member of a community.

Responsibilities

• Advances the Benedictine Catholic mission and philosophy of Delbarton School in all professional duties.
• Adheres to all school policies and regulations, while supporting the school’s spiritual, artistic, and educational mission.
• Maintains a positive and engaging classroom environment where students are encouraged and challenged at all levels of development.
• Works collaboratively with colleagues and the Administration to foster a dynamic literary community where students create, collaborate, and serve.
• Demonstrates and effectively communicates knowledge of and competency in Theology curriculum; organizes learning materials to maximize time, as well as engages and motivates students.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.
• Contributes to the life of the school community through coaching and/or moderating student activities.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Theology or related field; Master’s degree strongly preferred.
• Background in Speech and Debate a plus.
• Ability to effectively teach and assess an academically gifted and diverse student population.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• History of collegiality and collaboration with colleagues, teachers, and administrators.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students with diverse learning profiles.
• Innovative, creative, and flexible teaching style.
• Understands the developmental needs of students and how they learn best.
• Demonstrated and direct experience using a wide range of instructional technology tools.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly lifting or carrying 1–20 lbs.
• Regular pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, kneeling.
• Regularly climbing stairs.
• Regularly sitting or standing 4–8 hours.
• Requires physical presence; work to be performed on campus (essential functions of the position).