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Social Studies Teacher

About Cristo Rey 

Cristo Rey Dallas College Prep (CRD) is a Catholic, college preparatory school for students of all faiths who cannot otherwise afford a private education. CRD nurtures and challenges young women and men to recognize and realize their full potential as they grow to love God, respect others and serve their community. Each student participates in the Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP) which offers a weekly work study experience for all four years.

Who We Are:

  • Values-Driven: We educate the whole student: academically, spiritually, and socio-emotionally.
  • Growth Opportunities: We prioritize our faculty and staff’s learning and growth.
  • Invested Students and Engaged Families: Our students’ families seek out our schools.
  • National Community: Our faculty and staff are a proud part of a national movement.

Learn more about our school and career opportunities here.

Position Summary

Join an innovating, dynamic, and mission-based school which values our faculty and students.  The science teacher will have the unique opportunity to help develop one of Dallas’s most promising educational options for young men and women from families with limited financial resources.  The ideal candidate should have an appreciation of the school’s mission and a commitment to the values of Catholic education and be comfortable modeling an active and inspiring faith life for all in the community. The Social Studies Teacher will report directly to the Principal. 

What You’ll Do

  • Teach five to six Principal-assigned class periods
  • Supervise at least one extracurricular activity
  • Plan and prepare curriculum-based unit and lesson plans
  • Grade and record student work
  • Serve as a substitute teacher for absent teachers
  • Prepare, correct and proctor assessments
  • Participate in the instructional coaching program
  • Attend conferences and orientations with students and parents
  • Offer individual guidance to students
  • Serve on faculty committees and observe other classrooms
  • Study departmental and school data
  • Attend faculty meetings
  • Take part in school’s religious and spiritual programs, including faculty and staff retreats

Who You Are

  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred
  • 24 credit hours in primary teaching discipline or BA in instructional area
  • 12 credit hours in education courses or a valid, appropriate state certification (could be working towards it)
  • Proficiency in using technology in the classroom to enhance student learning (i.e. word processing, spreadsheets, databases, online textbooks, and educational websites)
  • Minimum two-year experience working as a high school or middle school teacher
  • Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm, openness, and dedication
  • Exhibit interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community

How to Apply

Please send your resume to careers@cristoreydallas.org and include the position title in the email subject line. 

DEIC Commitment

The Cristo Rey Network shares the national office’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Cultural Competency commitment statement for interested applicants. 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.