Summary

Canterbury School seeks a Theology teacher and Department Chair for employment for the 2026-2027 school year. Candidates must enjoy working with adolescents and must possess an exceptional work ethic and a sense of humor. Strong preference will be given to candidates with a subject-area degree and previous Theology teaching experience (minimum of 5-7 years of teaching experience). Candidates must be able to teach most levels of high school Theology. The position includes extra-curricular activities, and possibly dormitory duty and/or coaching.

How to Apply

Résumé and letter of interest should be forwarded to Dean of Faculty Wright Danenbarger 101 Aspetuck Avenue New Milford, CT 06776 or emailed to wdanenbarger@cbury.org.

NOTE

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Canterbury School, in the treatment of employees and applicants for employment, is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination. To learn more about Canterbury’s efforts to maintain a diverse and inclusive community, please visit our website.

About Canterbury School

Canterbury School is a co-educational, boarding high school located in northwestern Connecticut, approximately one hour northeast of New York City. The school comprises approximately 325 students (of whom 70% are boarding), possesses excellent facilities, and is committed to the continuing education of its faculty. Canterbury is a school of balanced, talented, and spirited students. Canterbury has completed several major capital projects in the past three years and is heading into a strategic plan that will continue this momentum. The campus and programs may be viewed at the School’s website: www.cbury.org.

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