St. Mary’s Academy, located in Englewood, Colorado is Metro Denver’s premier Catholic, Independent school offering rigorous academics in its co-ed PreK-Grade 8, and all-girls High School. SMA offers a safe, yet innovative program that embraces all student backgrounds, and fosters character and moral development from Pre-Kindergarten to graduation.
SMA is a close community where faculty and staff serve as role models for the students with a mission to foster excellence in each child through academic achievement, spiritual development and service. The qualities of a strong work ethic, desire for personal growth, and commitment to life-long learning that St. Mary’s Academy expects of students is likewise an expectation for faculty and staff. Each day, too, is an opportunity to live the Loretto School Values of faith, community, justice, and respect.
SMA is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff dedicated to their profession and the well-being and life of the St. Mary’s Academy community. St. Mary's Academy does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, sex, disability, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, sexual orientation or religion. This policy applies to all areas of student concerns: educational policies, admission policies (historically high school admission is open to women only), scholarship, and grant-in-aid programs, athletic and other school-administered programs as well as employee/personnel concerns. St. Mary's Academy is an equal-opportunity employer.
Job Description:
St. Mary’s Academy is seeking a High School Theology Teacher. This full-time, exempt position begins in August 2026 and reports to the high school principal. The ideal candidate is an experienced educator with a degree in Theology from a Catholic university and a deep understanding of Catholic teachings. They are an active participant in a parish community and are passionate about engaging high school students in meaningful discussions about faith, ethics, and moral reasoning. Committed to fostering an inclusive and intellectually stimulating learning environment, they inspire students to think critically about theological concepts and their relevance in today’s world while encouraging respect for diverse traditions and viewpoints. The candidate should also demonstrate a strong ability to collaborate, team-teach, and actively participate in departmental planning to create a dynamic and cohesive curriculum.
Through regular conversations with their division principal and colleagues, St. Mary’s Academy teachers learn and understand their job responsibilities. It has been a hallmark of teachers throughout the history of SMA that their work goes beyond the classroom and includes not only the academic preparation of the student, but also the emotional, social and spiritual development of students. Additionally, teachers at St. Mary’s Academy are enthusiastic and energetic and they find support for new ideas. This enthusiasm is encouraged and applauded at SMA. Additionally, faculty members at St. Mary’s Academy are a supportive group. One does not have to look far to find a helping hand.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences;
Develop schemes of work and lesson plans;
Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities;
Prepare the classroom for class activities;
Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities;
Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs;
Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment;
Use relevant technology to support instruction;
Observe and evaluate student’s performance and development;
Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments;
Provide appropriate and timely feedback on work;
Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students;
Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development;
Prepare required reports on students and activities;
Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing appropriate rules and procedures;
Perform certain pastoral duties including student support, counseling students with academic problems and providing student encouragement;
Participate in co-curricular and extracurricular activities such as social events, sporting events, clubs, overnight trips, community service and other school community activities;
Participate in department and school meetings, parent meetings;
Communicate regularly with students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs;
Keep updated with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities;
Other tasks as assigned;
Adhere to and support the mission of St. Mary’s Academy.
All teachers are also responsible for a variety of duties and tasks throughout the day; the principal will make these assignments and share them with faculty. These tasks and assignments change as needs of the community are determined.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Education and qualifications should include the following:
Bachelor’s degree in Theology from a Catholic university
Master’s degree or teaching certification preferred
1-2 years of Theology teaching experience
Practicing Catholic in good standing with the capacity to teach scripture and world religions
Experience teaching critical reading and analytical writing skills
Ability to connect and communicate effectively with students
A joyful, flexible, communicative teacher with a willingness to teach in an interdisciplinary, collaborative classroom
Willingness to build and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues and parents
A sense of resonance with the St. Mary’s Academy mission
Salary:
The salary range for this full-time, exempt position is $54,000.00 - $68,000.00.
Benefits:
At St. Mary's Academy, we believe that exceptional educators deserve exceptional support. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your well-being and professional growth. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and a retirement plan with a match after one year of employment to help you secure your future. Additionally, we provide tuition remission for your family and robust opportunities for professional development to help you continue growing in your career.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and statement of educational philosophy to Michelle Hayden, at [email protected]. No calls, please.
St. Mary’s Academy, located in Englewood, Colorado, is Metro Denver’s premier Catholic, Independent school offering rigorous academics in its co-ed PreK-Grade 8, and all-girls High School. SMA offers a safe, yet innovative program that embraces students of all backgrounds and fosters character and moral development from Pre-Kindergarten through graduation.
SMA is a close community where faculty and staff serve as role models for students with a mission to foster excellence in each child through academic achievement, spiritual development, and service. The qualities of a strong work ethic, a desire for personal growth, and a commitment to lifelong learning that St. Mary’s Academy expects of students are likewise expected of faculty and staff. Each day, too, is an opportunity to live the Loretto School Values of faith, community, justice, and respect.
SMA is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff dedicated to their profession and the well-being and life of the St. Mary’s Academy community. St. Mary's Academy does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, sex, disability, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, sexual orientation, or religion. This policy applies to all areas of student concerns: educational policies, admission policies (historically, high school admission is open to women only), scholarship, and grant-in-aid programs, athletic and other school-administered programs, as well as employee/personnel concerns. St. Mary's Academy is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Description:
St. Mary’s Academy is seeking a professional, organized, and service-oriented Administrative Assistant to serve as the primary receptionist for Sanders House, the school’s central administrative building. This position is the first point of contact for prospective families, guests, faculty, staff, and students and plays an important role in creating a warm, welcoming, and efficient office environment.
The ideal candidate demonstrates a friendly and approachable demeanor while also possessing the ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and maintain professionalism in a fast-paced independent school setting. This role provides executive administrative support to the Chief Operations Officer, administrative support to the Admissions Team, and project support to the Director of Human Resources.
The successful candidate demonstrates sound judgment, initiative, professionalism, and the ability to anticipate needs and manage competing priorities with minimal supervision. Strong hospitality, communication, organizational, and technical skills are essential, along with advanced proficiency in Google Workspace and the ability to quickly learn school information systems and administrative platforms.
This is a full-time, 12-month, non-exempt position reporting to the Chief Operations Officer.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
? Serves as the first point of contact for prospective families, guests, faculty, staff, and students, providing a warm, professional, and welcoming presence at Sanders House;
? Answers and directs phone calls, greets visitors, and manages front desk operations with exceptional hospitality and customer service;
? Provides administrative and operational support to the Admissions Team, including scheduling, communications, event support, and prospective family engagement;
? Manages and oversees the Chief Operations Officer’s calendar, scheduling meetings, coordinating logistics, and supporting daily operations;
? Prepares Board and committee meeting materials, including agendas, packets, presentations, and supporting documentation;
? Supports Human Resources with position postings, interview coordination, onboarding logistics, and special projects;
? Leverages advanced technical skills and proficiency in Google Workspace to prepare correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, presentations, forms, and shared documents;
? Maintain confidential records and handles sensitive information with discretion and professionalism;
? Assists with office coordination, operational projects, and process improvements to support efficiency and organization;
? Collaborate effectively with school leadership and departments across campus; and
? Performs other duties as assigned in support of the mission and operations of St. Mary’s Academy.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Education and qualifications should include the following:
? Bachelor’s degree required
? Proficient in Google Suite
? Strong ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality
? Proven track record of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
? Excellent organizational skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail, and
? A sense of resonance with the St. Mary’s Academy mission
Salary/Benefits:
The salary range for this full-time, 12-month, non-exempt position is $25 per - $28 per hour dependent upon experience. St. Mary’s Academy provides excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance, retirement, paid time off, tuition remission, and opportunities for professional development.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Lyndal Brookhart, Director of Human Resources at [email protected]. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews may begin as soon as qualified candidates are identified. This position may close early, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
St. Mary’s Academy Overview:
St. Mary’s Academy, located in Englewood, Colorado, is Metro Denver’s premier Catholic, Independent school offering rigorous academics in its co-ed PreK-Grade 8, and all-girls High School. SMA offers a safe, yet innovative program that embraces students of all backgrounds and fosters character and moral development from Pre-Kindergarten through graduation.
SMA is a close community where faculty and staff serve as role models for students with a mission to foster excellence in each child through academic achievement, spiritual development, and service. The qualities of a strong work ethic, a desire for personal growth, and a commitment to lifelong learning that St. Mary’s Academy expects of students are likewise expected of faculty and staff. Each day, too, is an opportunity to live the Loretto School Values of faith, community, justice, and respect.
SMA is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff dedicated to their profession and the well-being and life of the St. Mary’s Academy community. St. Mary's Academy does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, sex, disability, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, sexual orientation, or religion. This policy applies to all areas of student concerns: educational policies, admission policies (historically, high school admission is open to women only), scholarship, and grant-in-aid programs, athletic and other school-administered programs, as well as employee/personnel concerns. St. Mary's Academy is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Description:
St. Mary’s Academy is seeking a professional, organized, and service-oriented Administrative Assistant to serve as the primary receptionist for Sanders House, the school’s central administrative building. This position is the first point of contact for prospective families, guests, faculty, staff, and students and plays an important role in creating a warm, welcoming, and efficient office environment.
The ideal candidate demonstrates a friendly and approachable demeanor while also possessing the ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and maintain professionalism in a fast-paced independent school setting. This role provides executive administrative support to the Chief Operations Officer, administrative support to the Admissions Team, and project support to the Director of Human Resources.
The successful candidate demonstrates sound judgment, initiative, professionalism, and the ability to anticipate needs and manage competing priorities with minimal supervision. Strong hospitality, communication, organizational, and technical skills are essential, along with advanced proficiency in Google Workspace and the ability to quickly learn school information systems and administrative platforms.
This is a full-time, 12-month, non-exempt position reporting to the Chief Operations Officer.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
? Serves as the first point of contact for prospective families, guests, faculty, staff, and students, providing a warm, professional, and welcoming presence at Sanders House;
? Answers and directs phone calls, greets visitors, and manages front desk operations with exceptional hospitality and customer service;
? Provides administrative and operational support to the Admissions Team, including scheduling, communications, event support, and prospective family engagement;
? Manages and oversees the Chief Operations Officer’s calendar, scheduling meetings, coordinating logistics, and supporting daily operations;
? Prepares Board and committee meeting materials, including agendas, packets, presentations, and supporting documentation;
? Supports Human Resources with position postings, interview coordination, onboarding logistics, and special projects;
? Leverages advanced technical skills and proficiency in Google Workspace to prepare correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, presentations, forms, and shared documents;
? Maintain confidential records and handles sensitive information with discretion and professionalism;
? Assists with office coordination, operational projects, and process improvements to support efficiency and organization;
? Collaborate effectively with school leadership and departments across campus; and
? Performs other duties as assigned in support of the mission and operations of St. Mary’s Academy.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Education and qualifications should include the following:
? Bachelor’s degree required
? Proficient in Google Suite
? Strong ability to handle sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality
? Proven track record of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
? Excellent organizational skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail, and
? A sense of resonance with the St. Mary’s Academy mission
Salary/Benefits:
The salary range for this full-time, 12-month, non-exempt position is $25 per - $28 per hour dependent upon experience. St. Mary’s Academy provides excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance, retirement, paid time off, tuition remission, and opportunities for professional development.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Lyndal Brookhart, Director of Human Resources at [email protected]. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews may begin as soon as qualified candidates are identified. This position may close early, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
