Middle School Religion/Social Studies Teacher 25-26 School Year

LA Catholics; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Middle School Religion/Social Studies Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the minds of young learners in a supportive Catholic environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in classroom management and curriculum development, fostering a collaborative atmosphere among staff, students, and families. Join a dedicated team committed to providing a challenging standards-based curriculum while promoting social-emotional learning. If you are ready to inspire and make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3 years of full-time teaching experience required.
• Ability to engage in a professional learning community.

Responsibilities

• Teach Middle School Religion and Social Studies with a focus on student engagement.
• Promote collaboration between staff, students, and families.

Skills

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Collaboration

Technology Integration

Social-Emotional Learning

Education

Bachelor's Degree

California Teaching Credential

Master's Degree in Education

Tools

Adaptive Educational Programs

Job description

Middle School Religion/Social Studies Teacher 25-26 School Year $52,000 to $88,000

04/10/2025

Expires

05/25/2025

Description

Saint Monica Preparatory (SMPREP), part of the vibrant St. Monica Catholic Community in Santa Monica, is seeking a Middle School Religion/Social Studies Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year.

SMPREP middle school employs a rotating block schedule for our core curriculum.

The successful applicant will:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the unique social-emotional development of Middle School students.
• Demonstrate knowledge of CCSS; Middle School curriculum; instructional strategies; and classroom management necessary for student success.
• Promote effective collaboration between staff, students, and families.
• Actively engage in the professional learning community of teachers at SMPREP.
• Demonstrate an understanding of learning and teaching in a professional learning community; the ability to make thoughtful, informed decisions; and the ability to teach in an environment that demands the integration of theory and practice in a Catholic school environment.

Requirements

The minimum requirements are:

• An undergraduate degree (BA, BS) from an accredited university or college.
• A California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, a California Single Subject Teaching Credential, or equivalent from another state.
• 3 years full-time teaching experience.
• Ability to join a professional community of educators committed to providing a challenging standards-based curriculum in a Catholic environment of service.
• Ability to use technology effectively through the use of adaptive/assignable educational programs.

In addition to the above, the preferred requirements are:

• An advanced degree (MA, MS) in Education.

Please send: (1) a cover letter stating your interest to work as a teacher at SMPREP; (2) a complete resume; to Dr. Neil Quinly at [e-mail].

Only complete applications will be considered.

Wage Range
The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs.