Middle School Religion Teacher

St. Stephen’s Catholic School – PreK through 8th Grade
Location: Anoka, MN
Job Type: Full-Time | School Year: 2025–2026
Start Date: August 2025

St. Stephen’s Catholic School is a vibrant, Christ-centered PreK–8th grade community dedicated to forming joyful disciples of Jesus Christ. We are seeking a dynamic and faithful Middle School Religion Teacher who will joyfully share the truth of the Catholic faith with students and lead them into a deeper relationship with Christ through prayer, study, service, and sacramental life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach Religion Classes (Grades 6–8) using the Spirit of Truth curriculum with fidelity, creativity, and clarity.
• Collaborate with Parish Clergy to ensure a strong priestly presence in the classroom and to schedule:
  • Middle School Retreats (3 in fall, 2–3 in spring)
  • Fall and Spring Confessions for the entire school with associate pastors
  • “Go Ask Your Father” sessions for elementary staff (once per semester)
• Lead and Organize the 8th Grade Holy Thursday Faith Event, guiding students in a powerful experience of the Triduum.
• Coordinate Weekly Student Lectors for school Mass (working from a yearly schedule; students assigned weekly).
• Oversee Confirmation Preparation for 8th graders:
  • Ensure all parish and diocesan requirements are met
  • Communicate and collaborate with the Parish Confirmation Coordinator
• Supervise the NET Ministry Day-Long Retreat experience for middle school students.
• Track and Support Student Service Hours for Grades 6–8.
• Plan and Lead Morning Advisory, in collaboration with the middle school team.
• Pair Students for the Disciples & Friends (Buddies) Program, scheduling regular interaction with elementary classrooms.

• Practicing Catholic in full communion with the Church
• Passion for evangelization and the formation of young people in the faith
• Bachelor's Degree in Theology, Religious Education, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Teaching experience in Catholic schools or parish ministry strongly preferred
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to collaborate joyfully with faculty, staff, and clergy

If you are ready to joyfully witness to the Gospel, teach with clarity and heart, and walk with young people on their journey of faith, we invite you to apply!

To Apply: Please send a cover letter, résumé, and three references to grehder@ststephenchurch.org and hberchem@ststephenchurch.org