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Posted: 22-Apr-22
Location: Lutherville, Maryland
Type: Contract
Maryvale Preparatory School is seeking a full-time Theology/Religion Teacher for the 2022-2023 school year. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for teaching and have a proven record of teaching theology to middle and/or high school students. She/he must successfully pass a criminal background check. This position is exempt and will report directly to the Middle School Head and Upper School Head.
Maryvale, a Catholic independent girls' school serving grades six through 12, affiliated with the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, provides an environment in which each student can reach her academic, spiritual, physical and civic potential in a loving, supportive and diverse community. Building upon its unique and special heritage, Maryvale's mission is to provide an exceptional education that responds to change and prepares young women for life.
Responsibilities include:
- Teach various Middle School and/or Upper School Theology/Religion classes
- Assist in the planning of service trips/opportunities
- Collaborate with the Theology department on campus initiatives
- Serve as an Advisor in the student Advisory Program
- Participate in the school community with other duties as assigned
The ideal candidate will possess:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Theology, Religious Studies, or Pastoral Studies required; Master’s Degree preferred
- Experience working in an independent school setting preferred
- Willingness to work collaboratively with administration, faculty, and parents
- Eagerness to embrace the mission and values of Maryvale and our connection to the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur
- Commitment to equity and inclusion and have experience working with a diverse student population
- Commitment to single gender education for young women
- Genuine enthusiasm, personal warmth, and high energy level
- Advocate of Catholic Social Teaching
- Practicing Roman Catholic with a strong foundation in Catholic theology and ongoing faith formation
Additional Requirements:
- Subject to a criminal background check prior to employment
- Subject to a Child Protection Services screening prior to employment
- Subject to a MSDE Employment History Review screening for Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required
Maryvale Preparatory School is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local laws, which prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, and veteran status.
All Maryvale employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, employee assistance program, disability, wellness initiatives and incentives, a 403b matching program, life insurance, school lunch benefit and other ancillary benefits.
Please send résumé and cover letter to Human Resources, 11300 Falls Road, Lutherville, MD 21093 or email to employment@maryvale.com.