Classical High School Faculty Positions

Job Description

SEEKING FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME FACULTY MEMBERS

Chesterton Academy of St. Francis of Assisi, a joyfully Catholic classical co-educational high school opening in New Britain, CT in August 2026, seeks faithful and talented educators to serve as members of its founding faculty. We are seeking both full-time and part-time teachers with specializations in one or more of the following areas:

• Humanities (History, Literature, Philosophy, and Latin)
• Math and Science
• Visual Arts and Music
• Physical Education

Note: Full-time teachers will be responsible for teaching multiple subject areas.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Candidate must be a practicing Catholic in good standing, committed to the teachings of the Church and willing to take the Oath of Fidelity to the Magisterium
• Deep commitment to the mission of Chesterton Academy and its three pillars of forming students in spirit, intellect, and virtue
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in the relevant subject area; candidates applying to teach multiple subjects must hold a degree in at least one area and demonstrate substantial knowledge or experience in the others
• Prior teaching experience is advantageous, though new graduates with a strong commitment to Catholic classical education are encouraged to apply; familiarity with the Socratic method and the Great Books approach is also a significant advantage
• Strong initiative and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
• Excellent rapport with students, parents, and fellow faculty and staff members
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to foster an orderly, respectful environment conducive to learning and discussion
• Outstanding organizational skills and strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Enthusiasm for supporting the life of the school, including participation in daily Mass (depending on availability for part-time faculty), the House system, and community events

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Reports directly to the Headmaster
• Teach assigned courses with engaging and well-prepared lessons, employing the Socratic method and seminar-style discussion (depending on subject) to foster attentive reading, thoughtful dialogue, and active intellectual engagement.
• Follow the Chesterton Schools Network (CSN) curriculum with fidelity; lesson plans and materials are provided through CSN
• Assess and record student progress using the school's online grading system and provide written evaluations as needed
• Collaborate with headmaster and faculty colleagues on curriculum and instruction
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school in-service days
• Supervise students outside the classroom, including during lunch, after school, school events, field-trips, and retreats
• Willingness to facilitate extracurricular activities

COMPENSATION
• Salary commensurate with experience and teaching responsibilities

TO APPLY
Please send the following materials to the Headmaster, Dr. Andrew Blaski, at headmaster@chestertonsfa.org:

• A cover letter explaining how your experience exemplifies the qualities we seek. Please indicate if you are interested in a full or part-time teaching position, and which subject areas you feel prepared or qualified to teach.
• A curriculum vitae (CV)
• Listed: three professional references and one pastoral reference (basic information only: name, position, relationship, phone number, and email address)

Applicants may also be required to submit their application through the Archdiocese of Hartford's online Careers portal.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled.

ABOUT US
Chesterton Academy of St. Francis of Assisi is a new Catholic classical high school serving families in central Connecticut and the greater Hartford area. Our mission is to assist parents in raising a new generation of joyful leaders and saints through a rigorous classical education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition. As a member of the Chesterton Schools Network, the Academy offers an integrated liberal arts curriculum that draws on the Great Books and the Socratic method, forming students in faith, reason, and virtue while cultivating a love for truth, goodness, and beauty. Our incarnational school culture includes daily Mass, close faculty-student mentorships, the House system, and a flourishing culture of the arts.

Chesterton Academy of St. Francis of Assisi is a parish school operating as part of St. Francis of Assisi Parish in the Catholic Archdiocese of Hartford. The Academy takes inspiration from its patrons, G. K. Chesterton and St. Francis of Assisi. Together they point to the spirit we hope to cultivate in our students: Christian joy, intellectual wonder, and a deep love for Christ and His Church.

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