School Job Postings

If you are interested in teaching at one of the ten Diocese of Knoxville Catholic schools, please email your resume to the Director of Human Resources, Jennifer Mills, at jmills@dioknox.org. 

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Extended Child Care Director, St. Mary School, Oak Ridge

St. Mary School is accepting applications for an Extended Child Care Director for the second semester of the 2022-2023 school year. The position is 16 hours per week, 3-6 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday and 2-6 p.m. on Wednesdays. The ECC Staff is responsible for supporting and upholding the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school, acting as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church and facilitating a positive, effective, and welcoming extended childcare environment. This includes but is not limited to tasks such as classroom management, planning activities, collaboration with staff, accurately recording attendance and departure information, adhering to and upholding the school discipline policy, and maintaining parent communication. Ideal candidates would be faithful Catholics, have CPR/1st Aid Training, experience, and skills in working with children. Interested applicants should send the Diocesan Application (link at top of page), a resume, and cover letter to Kendall Doogan, assistant principal, at kdoogan@stmarysoakridge.org.

Principal, St. John Neumann School, Farragut

St. John Neumann School is seeking a principal beginning the 2023-2024 school year. The principal is responsible for the leadership and administration of St. John Neumann School, a preschool through eighth grade co-educational school in Farragut, TN. Strong candidates will have lived intentional lives that honor and embrace the core values of the Catholic faith. They will also be expected to be innovative, entrepreneurial leaders with demonstrated talents in team building, communication, and a passion for educating children. Click here for a full description of the school and the position. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter explaining your interest in and qualifications for this position, along with your resume, to Stephanie Greiner at sgreiner@sjncs-knox.org.

Physics Teacher, Notre Dame High School, Chattanooga

Notre Dame High School has a current opening for a physics teacher. The teaching assignment includes AP Physics, Honors Physics, and College Preparatory Physics. View job description here. Candidates should send resume to Jamie Goodhard at goodhardj@myndhs365.com.

Library Media Specialist, Notre Dame High School, Chattanooga

Notre Dame High School is accepting applications for a full-time Library Media Specialist for the 2022-2023 school year. The successful candidate will hold a master’s degree in library information science and Tennessee licensure as a Library Information Specialist.  

To apply, please submit resume to goodhardj@myndhs365.com. 

Substitute Teachers, St. Mary School, Oak Ridge

St. Mary School is accepting applications for substitute teachers for the 2022-2023 school year. Substitute teachers are responsible for supporting and upholding the philosophy of Catholic education and the Mission of the school, acting as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church and facilitating a positive, effective, and welcoming extended childcare environment. This includes but is not limited to tasks such as classroom management, covering lesson plans of the teacher, collaboration with staff, accurately recording attendance and departure information and adhering to and upholding the school discipline policy. Ideal candidates would be faithful Catholics, have CPR/1st Aid Training, teaching experience, and skills in working with children. Interested applicants should send the Diocesan Application, a resume and cover letter to Kendall Doogan, assistant principal, at kdoogan@stmarysoakridge.org.

1st Grade Teacher, St. Dominic School, Kingsport

St. Dominic Catholic School (SDCS) is seeking exceptional candidates that consider teaching a ministry. Our teachers are called to uphold high professional standards, showing strong proficiency in educational content and teaching method. They are also called to be faith-filled Christians who live their faith daily by modeling Christian values through their words and actions. 

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and have, or be able to obtain prior to start date, a valid Tennessee teaching license.

We are searching for strong teachers looking for a faith-filled community where faculty, staff, students, and families come together to create one family. 

Applicants should send a cover letter expressing why they are interested in the position and an updated resume with references to secretary@saintdomschool.com or call Darlene Lyons, Principal, at 423-245-8491.

SDCS has both a preschool and a kindergarten through fifth grade elementary school. It is located in Kingsport, Tennessee, where it has been changing lives and making a positive impact in the community for over 70 years. Class sizes are smaller, and its total student population is around 120 (one class per grade level). It is one of 10 Catholic schools in the Diocese of Knoxville’s system of schools. 

Mission Statement: As a ministry of our Catholic community, Saint Dominic Catholic School BELIEVES in the blessings of faith through Jesus Christ; INSPIRES spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical growth; and CELEBRATES God's gracious gifts.

2nd Grade Teacher, St. Dominic School, Kingsport

St. Dominic Catholic School (SDCS) is seeking exceptional candidates that consider teaching a ministry. Our teachers are called to uphold high professional standards, showing strong proficiency in educational content and teaching method. They are also called to be faith-filled Christians who live their faith daily by modeling Christian values through their words and actions. 

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and have, or be able to obtain prior to start date, a valid Tennessee teaching license.

We are searching for strong teachers looking for a faith-filled community where faculty, staff, students, and families come together to create one family. 

Applicants should send a cover letter expressing why they are interested in the position and an updated resume with references to secretary@saintdomschool.com or call Darlene Lyons, Principal, at 423-245-8491.

SDCS has both a preschool and a kindergarten through fifth grade elementary school. It is located in Kingsport, Tennessee, where it has been changing lives and making a positive impact in the community for over 70 years. Class sizes are smaller, and its total student population is around 120 (one class per grade level). It is one of 10 Catholic schools in the Diocese of Knoxville’s system of schools. 

Mission Statement: As a ministry of our Catholic community, Saint Dominic Catholic School BELIEVES in the blessings of faith through Jesus Christ; INSPIRES spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical growth; and CELEBRATES God's gracious gifts.

Preschool Teacher, Sacred Heart Cathedral School, Knoxville

Sacred Heart Cathedral Preschool has several immediate openings. Two full time positions and several afternoon workers and floater positions are available. Click here for detailed job description. Candidates should contact Barbara Alfaras, director, at balfaras@shcknox.org.

*PLEASE NOTE* Applications should be printed and sent directly to the Principal at the school(s) where you are interested in applying, unless otherwise stated. Contact information for the schools is listed on the website. Thank you. All of the schools in the Diocese of Knoxville are Equal Opportunity Employers