Biology Teacher

Job Description

Seeking Teachers (Biology, Theology)

Chesterton Academy of Our Lady of Hope
Warwick, RI
Terms: Part time
Education: Undergraduate Degree
Base Pay: Salary
To apply: We are currently accepting applications. Send a cover letter, resume, and list of 3 references to: rduffy@chestertonri.org. See details in "application" section below.
Job Description

Two positions are open. It is possible one person could fill both.

CAOLH teachers are tasked with delivering excellent instruction and participating in the culture and life of the academy for the sake of student formation.

There is one section of Biology, which meets 4 days per week. There are 2 sections of Theology, which meet 3 days per week each.

Essential skills for this role include mission and vision alignment, expertise in the subject matter, thoughtful lesson planning, effective organization, clear communication, practical wisdom, and the ability to create a classroom atmosphere that fosters joy, respect, order, wonder, and active participation.

Strong applicants must be animated by a spirit of wonder and the desire to grow intellectually, professionally, in character, and in faith. Having taught or previously been educated in classical schools is desirable.

Chesterton is committed to supporting the ongoing intellectual, professional, and spiritual formation of teachers, and provides teacher coaching, an intentional culture of growth, a robust school culture that goes beyond the classroom, and opportunities for fellowship and community outside the normal school day.

Teachers take an Oath of Fidelity to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church. As part of our modeling for students, part-time teachers are encouraged to attend daily Mass at the school when possible.
Interested individuals should familiarize themselves with our school and our mission via our website: https://chestertonri.org and then apply by sending materials (see below) to: rduffy@chestertonri.org
Mission

Our Lady of Hope's mission is to form young men and women who know and love the truth, and magnify Jesus Christ, Truth himself, with their lives. Through study of the enduring works of the great tradition, a study guided and fulfilled by the light of the Catholic faith, we educate the whole person - imagination, intellect, and will - in wisdom and virtue. We partner with parents to foster a community of learning, prayer, and friendship, centered in the Eucharist, so that our students become joyful leaders and saints.
Application

Please send the following materials to rduffy@chestertonri.org. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

• Resume/curriculum vitae

• Cover letter. Your cover letter should answer the following questions:
(1) What are you interested in teaching and able to teach? Note that full-time teachers must teach multiple different subjects.
(2) Why are you interested in applying to CAOLH?
(3) What are your own intellectual and personal aspirations, in general and as related to CAOLH?
(4) What relevant experience do you have with teaching and forming children and young adults? Have you worked with large groups of children and young adults?
(5) What relevant experience do you have with classical education? (Did you go to a classical school? Have you taught at one? Are you self-taught in reading from the Great Tradition, e.g., from Homer and Plato through Flannery O'Connor?
(6) What are the characteristics of excellent teaching?
(7) Are there examples that show (a) that you are capable of implementing order and, when necessary, giving students consequences for behavior, and (b) that you are able to receive and implement coaching effectively? (6) Are there examples that demonstrate your ability to plan effectively and maintain strong organization?

• References. Please share the names of 3 people we may contact as references. At least one of your references should be able to comment on each of the following areas: (1) your character and faith; (2) your intellectual and academic interests and capabilities; (3) your personal organization, competency, and professionalism.

About the Employer

Chesterton Academy of Our Lady of Hope exists exclusively for charitable, religious, and educational purposes, specifically to help parents raise up a new generation of joyful leaders and saints, educated in the classical, liberal arts tradition and the truths of the Catholic faith, in order to serve the common good.