About our school:

Located in the hills of southwest Austin, Texas, St. Michael’s Catholic Preparatory School  is an outstanding co-educational Independent Catholic school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade in Austin, Texas. The Lower School is comprised of PreK 3-4th grades, the Middle School houses grades 5-8, and the Upper School contains grades 9-12. We are distinguished by our Catholic tradition, a welcoming and diverse community, excellent academic programs and a variety of extracurricular activities. Additionally, we are a technology rich school. Thus teachers and staff are expected to demonstrate meaningful skill with technology and an enthusiasm for technological growth in order to create authentic learning experiences for their students. Teachers at St. Michael’s Prep further serve as role models that inspire students to critically think, reflect, explore and apply their faith concretely to their lives.  We are one community, on two campuses, with three divisions, united in our commitment to put students first as we educate them in mind, body, and spirit

• Our values: Integrity, Courage, & Excellence 
• Our mission: St. Michael’s Prep cultivates a transformative, Independent school experience rooted in Catholic spirituality where we seek excellence in every pursuit and form virtuous leaders who positively impact the world.

We are anchored by the Catholic Social Teachings (CST) and promote inclusion by advocating for a society based on love and justice, where all people have inherent dignity. We are passionate about cultivating a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment, celebrating and supporting differences. 

We employ and optimize practices that promote growth of critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and creativity.

Summary of Position

St. Michael's Catholic Prep seeks a full time, on campus Social Sciences teacher beginning August 2025 for grades 9-12. We are searching for a dynamic, innovative educator in the field of Social Sciences at the high school level including Honors or AP courses. Candidates should believe in students and their ability to grow and develop, demonstrating a deep commitment to meeting the needs of diverse student learners. Candidates should show a high level of interest in collaboration and professional development. Responsibilities include teaching 4-5 sections of History and/or Social Science courses, leading an advisory, participating in on-going community service projects and retreats with students and fellow teachers, supporting the St. Michael's writing center and an opportunity to design and teach winter term mini courses. This position is an exempt faculty position.  This position is a 10-month faculty, exempt position that will report to the Dean of Humanities and Head of Upper School.

Job Details
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Demonstrate a positive attitude towards students, families, staff and faculty.
• Be passionate about pedagogy and collaborative work.
• Be dedicated to carrying out the mission of the school.
• Possesses wide-ranging academic preparation.
• Be fully committed to developing a well-rounded student with attention to overall student well-being.
• Be willing to work closely with colleagues on departmental objectives or cross-curricular projects.
• Contribute to our Winter Term, a three-week term during which diverse opportunities are offered for classes, academic travel, and internships.
• Have a commitment to diversity in all aspects of school life and reflect an appreciation of life long learning.
• Maintain appropriate boundaries in professional relationships with students, families and colleagues.