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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Job Openings at Knoxville Catholic High School, Knoxville

Knoxville Catholic High School is currently accepting applications for the following teaching positions for the 2023-2024 school year: English, Religion, Technology/LMS Specialist, and Yearbook Facilitator.

Qualified applicants should send a letter of interest and resume to Ms. Jane Walker, Academic Dean, at jane.walker@knoxvillecatholic.com.

Administrator of School Operations, Sacred Heart Cathedral School, Knoxville

Sacred Heart School is currently accepting applications for the Administrator of School Operations position for the 2023-2024 school year. 

PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Administrator of School Operations shall participate in the overall administration and leadership of Sacred Heart Cathedral School. This includes, but is not limited to, teacher evaluations, student discipline, internal communication, employee interviews, class scheduling, coordinating substitute teachers, assisting in the coordination of special events, and ensuring the integration with religious truths and Gospel values that support the attainment of the goals of Catholic education. A full job description can be provided to interested applicants.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum of a Master’s degree in Educational Administration
K-8 teaching experience required (5+ years preferred)
Administrative experience preferred
Hold or be able to obtain a valid administrator’s license by the State of Tennessee

Qualified applicants should email a letter of interest and resume to jobs@shcknox.org.

Sacred Heart Cathedral School is a Catholic, Cognia accredited school of over 500 students, Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade.

Development Director, Sacred Heart Cathedral School, Knoxville

Sacred Heart School is currently accepting applications for the Development Director position for the 2023-2024 school year.

PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Development Director shall support and create initiatives to assist in the advancement of Sacred Heart Cathedral School. This includes fundraising to meet SHCS’s financial goals, capital campaigns, alumni/donor engagement, community outreach, event planning, and ensuring the integration with religious truths and Gospel values that support the attainment of the goals of Catholic education.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Development experience preferred

Qualified applicants should email a letter of interest and resume to jobs@shcknox.org

Sacred Heart Cathedral School is a Catholic, Cognia accredited school of over 500 students, Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade.

Kindergarten Teacher, Sacred Heart Cathedral School, Knoxville

Sacred Heart School is currently accepting applications for a Kindergarten Teacher for 2023-2024 school year.

PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Kindergarten Teacher shall execute the instructional program of Sacred Heart Cathedral School by creating and maintaining a safe, healthy, and supportive environment and culture that synthesizes the intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual development of our students.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree
Teaching experience preferred
Hold or be able to obtain a valid teacher licensure by the State of Tennessee

Qualified applicants should email a letter of interest and resume to jobs@shcknox.org

Sacred Heart Cathedral School is a Catholic, Cognia accredited school of over 500 students, Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade.

Second Grade Teacher, Sacred Heart Cathedral School, Knoxville

Sacred Heart School is currently accepting applications for a Second Grade Teacher for 2023-2024 school year.

PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Second Grade Teacher shall execute the instructional program of Sacred Heart Cathedral School by creating and maintaining a safe, healthy, and supportive environment and culture that synthesizes the intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual development of our students.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree
Teaching experience preferred
Hold or be able to obtain a valid teacher licensure by the State of Tennessee

Qualified applicants should email a letter of interest and resume to jobs@shcknox.org

Sacred Heart Cathedral School is a Catholic, Cognia accredited school of over 500 students, Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade.

Middle School English Language Arts Teacher, Sacred Heart Cathedral School, Knoxville

Sacred Heart School is currently accepting applications for an opening for middle school English Language Arts for the 2023-2024 school year.

PURPOSE OF POSITION: The middle school English Language Arts teacher shall execute the instructional program of Sacred Heart Cathedral School by creating and maintaining a safe, healthy, and supportive environment and culture that synthesizes the intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual development of our students.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in English or a related field
Teaching experience preferred
Hold or be able to obtain a valid teacher licensure by the State of Tennessee

Qualified applicants should email a letter of interest and resume to jobs@shcknox.org

Sacred Heart Cathedral School is a Catholic, Cognia accredited school of over 500 students, Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade.

Resource/Intervention Teacher, Sacred Heart Cathedral School, Knoxville

Sacred Heart School is currently accepting applications for an opening for a resource/intervention teacher for the 2023-2024 school year.

PURPOSE OF POSITION: The resource/intervention teacher shall execute the instructional program of Sacred Heart Cathedral School by creating and maintaining a safe, healthy, and supportive environment and culture that synthesizes the intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual development of students with special needs. In this role, the teacher shall support students’ learning needs in small groups, create Student Success Plans, collaborate with classroom teachers, and adhere to the policies and procedures of the Diocese of Knoxville’s Special Services Handbook.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or a related field
Teaching experience preferred
Hold or be able to obtain a valid teacher licensure by the State of Tennessee

Qualified applicants should email a letter of interest and resume to jobs@shcknox.org

Sacred Heart Cathedral School is a Catholic, Cognia accredited school of over 500 students, Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade.

Second Grade Teacher, St. Mary School, Johnson City

St. Mary School is accepting applications for a 2nd grade teaching position for the 2023-2024 school year. The early elementary classroom teacher 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 learning environment. This includes but is not limited to tasks such as classroom management, lesson planning, collegial collaboration, accurately evaluating the academic and social growth of students and providing timely feedback, adhering to and upholding the school discipline policy, and maintaining parent communication. Ideal candidates would be faithful Catholics, have active teaching licenses, proven experience, and strong classroom management. Please email your resume to becky.frye@stmarysjc.org

For more information about St. Mary School, please visit https://school.stmarysjc.org/ or facebook.com/www.stmarysjc.org.

Religion Teacher, St. Mary School, Johnson City

St. Mary School is accepting applications for a part-time religion teaching position for the 2023-2024 school year. The religion teacher 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 learning environment. The religion teacher is responsible for teaching grades PreK3 to 3rd grade religion classes and helping prepare 2nd grade for receiving the sacraments. Please email your resume to becky.frye@stmarysjc.org

For more information about St. Mary School, please visit https://school.stmarysjc.org/ or facebook.com/www.stmarysjc.org.

Manager of Alumni Affairs, Notre Dame High School, Chattanooga

Notre Dame High School is seeking a qualified individual for the Manager of Alumni Affairs position.  They will develop and foster active relationships with and among the alumni of the high school. The Manager of Alumni Affairs is the primary liaison between the high school and the alumni council. The role is responsible for planning alumni special events. Click here for a full description. Please submit resume to Carl Rohsenberger, Director of Advancement.

Athletic Director, Notre Dame High School, Chattanooga

Notre Dame High School is seeking a qualified individual for the Athletic Director position. The athletic director will work with the school administrative team to manage the school’s athletic department and teams. He/she will be responsible for hiring coaches, overseeing athletic budgets, conducting student and parent meetings, coaches' meetings, scheduling games, evaluating the athletic program, and complying with all Notre Dame and TSSAA rules and regulations. In addition, this position is charged with promoting and developing the relationship with the two foundation schools. Click here for a full description. Please submit resume to Deacon Hicks Armor, Head of School.

Administrative Assistant, Notre Dame High School, Chattanooga

Notre Dame High School is seeking a qualified individual for the Administrative Assistant position. The administrative assistant provides support in a wide range of office and school operations; coordinates and organizes office activities and coordinates flow of communications and information for the Head of School; provides support by planning, organizing, supervising and participating in the school office administrative operation; maintains confidentiality of sensitive and person al information; prepares and maintains a variety of records and reports related to assigned activities. Click here for a full description. Please submit resume to Deacon Hicks Armor, Head of School.

Spanish Teacher, St. John Neumann School, Farragut

St. John Neumann School is accepting applications for a full-time Spanish teacher for the 2023-2024 school year.  Ideal candidates would be faithful Catholics, have proven experience in the classroom, have an active teaching license, and a commitment to meeting the needs of all learners.  
For more information about SJNCS, please visit www.SJNCS-Knox.org.

To apply, please submit resumes to:
Sabrina Talley, Academic Dean 
St. John Neumann Catholic School 
625 St. John Court 
Farragut, TN 37934 
stalley@sjncs-knox.org  

Substitute Teachers, Sacred Heart Cathedral School, Knoxville

Substitute teachers are responsible for upholding the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school. In this role, individuals are responsible for carrying out the lesson plans of the teacher, managing discipline, and collaborating with the staff. 

For those who are interested in being a substitute teacher, please email Mrs. Widmer at ewidmer@shcknox.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.

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