Urban Sociology & Psychology Teacher

Archdiocese; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Archdiocese of St. Louis is seeking a dynamic Psychology/Sociology Teacher for Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School in St. Louis, MO, for the 2026–2027 school year. The role focuses on engaging students in human behavior, culture, and society within a rigorous college-prep framework.

The ideal candidate will hold a Missouri State Teaching License (Master’s degree preferred), with dual credit/AP credentials preferred but not required. An urban, college preparatory context is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Studies, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Strong content knowledge in psychology and sociology.
• Experience teaching in an urban and/or college preparatory environment (preferred).
• Ability to facilitate meaningful discussions on complex and sensitive topics.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Ability to design curriculum aligned to college readiness standards.
• Experience integrating culturally responsive and student-centered instructional practices.
• Proficiency in instructional technology and student data systems.

Responsibilities

• Articulate and act in accordance with the policies, procedures, mission, and vision of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of St. Louis and Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School.
• Plan and deliver engaging instruction in psychology and sociology utilizing the Gradual Release Model.
• Develop assessments that promote higher-order thinking, analysis, and application of social science concepts.
• Facilitate discussions on topics such as human development, mental health, social structures, culture, identity, and societal issues.
• Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices that reflect and affirm students’ lived experiences.
• Incorporate project-based learning, research opportunities, and real-world applications.
• Use instructional technology, Google applications, and student data systems effectively.
• Maintain a classroom environment conducive to respectful dialogue, inquiry, and academic excellence.
• In addition, candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the vocation of teaching and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.

Skills

Content knowledge in psychology and

Facilitate discussions on complex/s敏题

Classroom management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Google apps

Student data systems

Job description

Archdiocese of St. Louis is seeking a dynamic Psychology/Sociology Teacher for Cardinal Ritter College Prep High School in St. Louis, MO, for the 2026–2027 school year. The role focuses on engaging students in human behavior, culture, and society within a rigorous college-prep framework.

The ideal candidate will hold a Missouri State Teaching License (Master’s degree preferred), with dual credit/AP credentials preferred but not required. An urban, college preparatory context is expected.