Humanities and Student Life Faculty

Job Description

Coeur du Christ Academy is a coeducational classical academy in the Catholic tradition serving grades 9-12. As we expand and grow, we are seeking additional full time faculty capable of leading courses like Latin, Humanities (specifically, Ancient History & Literature), Civics, and other potential student development courses and activities like Senior Capstone, Leadership & Entrepreneurship, college preparation, and directing student life. The primary responsibilities of this particular CDCA faculty will include:

- Integration of faith and reason in the minds of CDCA students.
- Promotion and enablement of academic excellence in their specific disciplines, in accordance with CDCA's academic philosophy.
- Mentorship and effective leadership of students to support a life of virtue (on and off campus) discernment, and proper execution of the goals needed to follow through on God's will for each individual student's life and overall formation.

Highly qualified Applicants should demonstrate:
- excellence in the intellectual life, with special competencies in the humanities, the Catholic faith, leadership and what it means to be and to form a well-rounded person,
- a self starter mentality with a good work ethic and attention to detail,
- a proven sense of servant leadership and selfless service to every student's learning,
- a strong sense of discretion and strong moral character,
- a commitment to uphold the policies of the school put forth by the board of directors,
- a proven ability to joyfully inspire and form students,
- a desire to build a strong academy culture,
- familiarity with liberal arts education, and
- zeal for the Catholic faith.

Applicants should also:
- Be Roman Catholic.
- Pledge fidelity to the Magisterium of the Roman Catholic Church.
- Hold a minimum of a bachelor's degree, ideally in the humanities, teaching, or similar course of study. 5+ years of relevant teaching and/or leadership experience.
- Commit to assisting with select extracurricular activities such as clubs, sports, and pilgrimages, as assigned.
- Be able to complete Safe Environment training and successfully complete background check requirements.
- Adhere to the Teacher Commitment: to Teach as Jesus Taught.

The articulated responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Managing ~4 preps (lesson planning, grading, tracking, and reporting to the Headmaster).
- Involvement in the student life of the school.
- Attending all necessary administrative meetings, faculty meetings, and parent meetings.
- Attending daily mass on Wednesdays and Fridays.
- Utilizing the school information system in a timely manner, while showing strong, professional communication skills with leadership, families, colleagues, and students.

Selections will be made on or by May 30th, 2025. Contract begins July 1st, 2025 for the '25-'26 academic year. Interested applicants should apply at https://www.coeurduchrist.org/apply-for-a-position and email resume to President, Genavive Edman, G.Edman@CoeurDuChrist.org and Headmaster, Luke Heintschel, Headmaster@CoeurDuChrist.org. Leadership is also available by phone at 208-219-7807 (just follow the directory for your preferred contact).

About the Employer

Coeur du Christ is a Private, Classical Academy in the Catholic tradition. We are committed to forming the next generation of Saints, Scholars, and Servants with Christ at the heart of everything. We uphold the transcendentals of Truth, Goodness and Beauty and honor parents as the primary educators. Heaven is our mission.