Middle School Social Studies & Religion Teacher in San Diego, California at Roman Catholic Bishop of San Diego

School Name: Nazareth School

Location: 10728 San Diego Mission Rd, San Diego, CA 92108

Reports to: Principal

Employment Type: Full time, 7:30AM – 4:30 PM, with occasional evenings for events, meetings, and professional development.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Pay Rate: $52,000/yr.

As Nazareth School’s Middle School Social Studies & Religion Teacher, you will serve as the Middle School homeroom teacher while teaching social studies and religion to students in grades 6–8. This role is an opportunity to help students deepen their understanding of history, civics, geography, and Catholic faith within a supportive, faith-filled Catholic school community. You will bring learning to life through engaging, discussion-based lessons, technology integration, and differentiated instruction aligned with California State Standards and Diocese of San Diego Religion Standards.

Teaching Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned social studies instruction (including history, civics, geography, and current events) for middle school students in grades 6–8.
• Plan and deliver religion instruction that integrates Scripture, Church teaching, morality, and Catholic social teaching in alignment with Diocese of San Diego Religion Standards for grades 6–8.
• Serve as Middle School homeroom teacher, fostering a positive classroom culture and supporting students’ academic, social-emotional, and spiritual growth as they prepare for high school.
• Differentiate instruction for a wide range of learners using small-group work, projects, and educational technology (e.g., Google Classroom and other digital tools).
• Assess and monitor student progress through formative and summative assessments; maintain accurate records and communicate results to students and parents.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians through conferences, emails, and other updates regarding student progress and classroom activities.
• Collaborate with middle school colleagues to align curriculum, coordinate projects and liturgies, and share best practices.
• Fulfill additional responsibilities such as supervision duties, participation in school events, and supporting school-wide initiatives.

What Nazareth School – San Diego Offers You

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Supplemental Term Life Insurance.
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.
• Lay Employees’ Pension Plan.
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Sick Leave and Voluntary Wellness Leave.
• 6 paid holidays.
• Classroom/Extended Care reimbursement and professional development opportunities.

Please note: Specific benefits and perks may vary based on position and diocesan policies.

Religious Qualifications

• Active, practicing Roman Catholic
• Respects and understands a Catholic school philosophy

Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, social studies, theology/religious studies, or a related discipline.
• California Multiple Subject Credential or relevant Single Subject Credential in Social Science or related field (or ability/willingness to obtain).
• Two or more years of successful teaching experience, preferably in middle school and ideally within a Catholic or faith-based school.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement engaging, discussion- and project-based lessons aligned with California State Standards.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to inspire and support adolescent learners in grades 6–8.
• Proficiency with educational technology tools (e.g., Google Classroom and online learning platforms).
• Practicing Catholic with a strong understanding of Catholic values (preferred) and commitment to supporting the mission and philosophy of Catholic education.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong organization and time-management, and commitment to confidentiality and professionalism.

Physical Requirements: To successfully meet the needs of the students in his/her care, the Teacher must:

• Spend the majority of the day standing in the classroom. While standing the teacher will frequently hold objects they are working with or demonstrating
• Sit on an occasional basis when developing lesson plans, grading, etc.
• Walk through the classroom and be able to maneuver in tight spaces between desks. Walk on both even and uneven surfaces
• Deal with students while kneeling or squatting, stooping, or bending
• Reach at, below, or above shoulder height with the dominant upper extremity; may require trunk or neck rotation to look back at the class
• Assist in moving children's desks and chairs to change the layout of the classroom to influence the learning situation. It is occasionally necessary to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 25 pounds from the office to classrooms

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to be inside the classroom. The employee is required to be mobile to, from, and within the classroom and preschool environment, as well as maneuver throughout the school facility to attend meetings, trainings, and other work-related events.

The employee may be required to conduct trips to, from, and within various city and county-wide locations to attend trainings or workshops. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Nazareth School is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.