Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Schools Bourgade Catholic High School - Phoenix, Arizona Open in Google Maps
Starting Date: Immediately
Job Description
Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
Catholic Schools Office
Teacher Job Description
- POSITION TITLE: CTE Construction Technologies Teacher
Department: Bourgade Catholic High School
Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time, Exempt
Target Start Date: Spring 2027
I. Introduction
About Bourgade Catholic High School
Established in 1962, Bourgade Catholic High School assists students in discovering and developing their God-given potential through a college preparatory curriculum and the teachings of Jesus Christ.
As we expand our curriculum to prepare students for high-demand, impactful careers, we are launching a state-of-the-art 12,000 sq. ft. Construction Technologies Facility set to open in August 2027 .
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced construction professional to serve as the teacher for our new Construction Technologies Career & Technical Education (CTE) Program. Depending upon the hiring timeline, this position will also provide consultation and advisement on the CTE Construction Technologies program start-up.
We will consider part-time or full-time candidates at this time.
Under the supervision of the principal, the teacher is a person of faith who strives to achieve the goals of Catholic education; assumes responsibility for the leadership and management of the grades or classes assigned; develops and implements an instructional program according to the needs of the students and the established Diocesan Curriculum Standards and the Arizona Department of Education Career and Technical Education division; maintains detailed and accurate records as required by the school; establishes positive school-community relationships; continues professional development to remain current with religious, academic, and trade-related certifications; performs any other job-related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the principal.
III. Essential Job Functions:
Strives to achieve the goals of Catholic education:
- Embraces and models the Catholic philosophy of education.
- Promotes and lives gospel values and Catholic moral teaching.
- Upholds the doctrinal teachings of the Catholic Church.
- Provides opportunities for faith development of students in the classroom to prepare them for life in today’s Church and society.
- Can articulate and give evidence of Catholic living by the example of their lives.
Assumes responsibility for the leadership and management of the classes assigned:
- Provides a positive learning environment.
- Organizes the classroom to facilitate student learning.
- Supervises and provides for the safety, welfare, and care of the students while they are in school.
- Works toward the creation of a Catholic community within the classroom and the entire school community.
- Teaches in accordance with diocesan and local policies as well as appropriate state laws.
- Shows respect for individuals and fairness in dealing with students and parents.
- Develops and implements a daily and weekly schedule covering all areas of curriculum.
Develops and implements an instructional program according to the needs of the students and the established Diocesan Curriculum Standards:
- Integrates Church’s teachings in all aspects of the curriculum.
- Builds an engaging, hands‑on CTE curriculum aligned with the Arizona Department of Education’s Construction Technologies technical standards. Content will cover core construction industry fundamentals such as: safety/OSHA standards; blueprints, tools, carpentry, masonry & concrete, framing, exterior/interior finishes, electrical, plumbing, sustainability.
- Determines levels of student achievement.
- Uses appropriate teaching strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Uses resources available to promote learning experiences for all students.
- Uses a variety of instructional strategies and incorporates technology into instruction.
- Directs day‑to‑day shop activities, maintaining an exceptional standard of job‑site safety and professional trade ethics.
- Refers students for evaluation and consultation when necessary in collaboration with administration and parents.
- Includes all students in presentation and discussions.
Evaluates student progress effectively:
- Uses a variety of ongoing assessments.
- Aligns assessments with goals, objectives, information taught, and instructional guidelines and Curriculum Standards of the Diocese, the ADE CTE division, and the school.
- Provides prompt constructive feedback on student work and performance.
- Maintains proper grading and/or reporting system for each student as required by the principal.
- Meets deadlines with official classroom reports, attendance, and statistics as required by the principal
- Maintains daily lesson plans.
Establishes positive school‑community relationships:
- Maintains cooperative relations with all in the school community.
- Builds and maintains a professional network relevant to the CTE content area.
- Actively networks with Phoenix‑area construction firms, trade associations, and local unions to secure industry partnerships, guest speakers, site visits, and job placement opportunities for students.
- Partners with the school’s Director of Advancement to cultivate relationships with potential donors, trade sponsors, and material suppliers.
- Promotes respectful and positive school relationships.
- Maintains awareness of his/her role as a Catholic schoolteacher and its impact on the community.
- Provides for regular conferences and meetings with parents.
- Cooperates with and helps promote various curricular and co‑curricular programs within the school.
- Attends and actively participates in school faculty meetings and in‑services.
Continues professional development to remain current with religious and academic certifications:
- Keeps informed of current instructional practices through professional reading and educational opportunities.
- Participates in professional activities and joins appropriate professional organizations specific to the CTE content area.
- Attends diocesan sponsored in‑services.
- Attends and actively participates in school faculty meetings and in‑services.
- Actively participates in the process of continuous school improvement.
- Maintains personal professional development records.
Performs any other job‑related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the principal.
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
- Must demonstrate relevant industry experience in the assigned CTE area
- Must develop and maintain professional relationships with business and post‑secondary partners relevant to the assigned CTE program area.
- Must develop and maintain industry‑recognized certification pathways for program completers.
- Must demonstrate personal self‑discipline, be adaptable and flexible in routine and unexpected situations.
- Must use good judgment in daily encounters.
- Must use verbal and written language correctly.
- Must demonstrate an appropriate sense of humor.
- Must demonstrate knowledge and understanding of good teaching techniques and child psychology.
- Must maintain appropriate grooming and dress at all times as stated in the faculty handbook.
- Minimum Qualifications
- Preference given to a practicing Catholic.
- Must be willing to make a public Profession of Faith if Catholic and if non – Catholic willing to support Catholic teachings and philosophy.
- Must have or be qualified to obtain Arizona Department of Education CTE Teaching Certification
- Must complete Safe Environment Training and a signed Code of Conduct.
- Must obtain a FBI Fingerprint clearance completed.
- Must meet Ministry Formation Certification and/or re‑certification as required by Diocesan policy
CTE Construction Technologies Teacher
Diocese of Phoenix Catholic Schools Bourgade Catholic High School - Phoenix, Arizona Open in Google Maps
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Job Details
Job ID: 5982293
Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Posted: Nov 01, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately
Job Requirements
- High School/Trade School degree preferred.
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:
Career and Technical Education > Building Maintenance
Career and Technical Education > Carpentry
Contact Information
- Tom Brennan , Principal
- Bourgade Catholic High School
- Phone: 602-478-2452
- Email: tbrennan@bourgadecatholic.org