English Teacher

All Girls Catholic High School In The Dominican Tradition, Jersey City, New Jersey

Saint Dominic Academy is a Catholic, independent college preparatory day school for young women in grades 7-12 founded in 1878 by the Sisters of Saint Dominic of Caldwell. Located in Jersey City, New Jersey, Saint Dominic Academy serves a highly diverse population from Hudson, Bergen, Union, and Essex counties.

The Academy seeks a full-time English teacher with expertise in writing and multicultural literature for the 25-26 school year. A teacher can expect 5 full-year classes and work in support of the department by performing other duties related to teaching and curriculum development. Humanities Department Chair is an option. SDA is interested in teaching cross-departmental courses as needed; who displays passion for student growth;

and who demonstrates flexibility with the evolving needs of schools.

• Prepares student-centered stimulating and academically rigorous content that reflects adolescent development, student abilities and interests, and curricular knowledge.
• Employs a variety of teaching methods that build inclusive classrooms by engaging the learners with different backgrounds, experiences, and learning styles.
• Works collaboratively and professionally with colleagues, students, administrators, and families.
• Communicates effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Maintains accurate student records such as grades and comments and communicates such data in accordance with the academic calendar and School expectations.
• Participates fully in the life of the school with expectations of, but not limited to: modeling behaviors that contribute to a positive and collaborative working and learning environment; cultivating positive partnerships with parents; participating in meetings, professional development; updating and modifying curriculum guides.
• Displays commitment to Dominican charism and the school’s mission and vision by participating fully in extracurricular and community activities regularly (including those sometimes beyond routine school hours).

A successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience teaching (secondary and/or all girls preferred)
• Expertise in content area with flexibility and interest to teach a range of courses
• Ability to demonstrate growth mindset, optimism, and belief that all students can excel
• Experience as a practitioner of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in and outside of the classroom
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (oral and written), organizational, problem solving, and interpersonal skills
• comfort and facility with technologies that enhance teaching and learning (e.g. Google applications, school information systems/learning management, etc.)

To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter and the Employment Application to .

St. Dominic Academy does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, ethnic origin or sexual orientation in any of its employment policies. The school welcomes Catholics and non-Catholics who share in the educational objectives of the school and in the Dominican values to apply.

2572 Kennedy Blvd. Jersey City, NJ 07304

The School admits qualified students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other status protected by applicable law, and extends to them all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the School. The School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its admissions, financial aid, and loans, and its educational, athletic, and other programs.