Upper School History/Humanities Teacher

The Upper School at Saint Agnes School is now accepting applications for a full-time History/Humanities Teacher beginning August 2026. The position’s primary duty is teaching students in grades 7-12 as a member of the History Department, though cross-departmental assignments are also possible. Daily duties include lesson planning and delivery, collaborating with colleagues, student supervision, communicating with parents, grading student work, and maintaining accurate records. Teachers are also expected to have a mindset of continuous improvement, particularly in their respective subject area(s) and in the integrated Catholic liberal arts pedagogy and philosophy.

For potential courses, see our Upper School curriculum on the school’s website: Catholic High School Minnesota - Traditional Upper School - Saint Agnes

Saint Agnes School seeks a highly motivated individual who is a practicing Catholic who can offer a daily and credible witness of his/her faith.  Desired candidates also have a passion for educating and forming Christian youth in a classical, liberal arts environment, will possess a capacity for collaborating with other instructors, and have interest in engaging students via co-curricular activities as well. Important characteristics include building and maintaining positive working relationships with adolescents, a focus on student learning, preventative methods of classroom management, the ability to collaborate on a team with parents and colleagues, the ability to integrate some technology into instruction, and competence in the variety of subject areas taught.  Saint Agnes seeks teachers who possess a love of learning, devotion to the school’s mission and philosophy, and a desire to support the intellectual and spiritual development of each student.

Practicing Catholic – preferred, but not required

Bachelor of Arts degree - required

Teaching License - recommended, but not required

Experience - preferred, but not required

Other Desired Qualifications:

Polished and effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to develop and deliver effective lesson plans

Ability to manage well a classroom environment

Ability to relate well with students

Willingness to support and serve co-curricular programs

Institution Description

Saint Agnes School is an award-winning and nationally recognized co-ed, PreK-12 school rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the sacramental life. Established in 1888, Saint Agnes has celebrated a tradition of excellence for over 135 years.

Located in the heart of St. Paul, Saint Agnes offers a comprehensive and challenging curriculum that provides for the intellectual, moral, spiritual, and character formation of each student. Rigorous educational programs effectively serve a diverse group of students from 80 different zip codes, and opportunities abound in service, athletic competition, and the fine arts.

Named to the Cardinal Newman Society’s Catholic High School Honor Roll, the curriculum underlines the unity of faith and reason and seeks to form students into confident, intelligent and faithful young adults. From the educational philosophy to the cultural and aesthetic environment, Saint Agnes School is built upon a commitment to Christ and His Church, and is proud to serve families across the Archdiocese of St. Paul & Minneapolis.

Please email cover letter, CV/resume, 3 references, and copy of licensure (if applicable) to the contact below.  Position will remain open until filled.

Saint Agnes School
Attn: Becca DeMarais
Email: hr@saintagnesschool.org  (Subject: “History Teacher”)
530 Lafond Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55103