Job Description

About Donum Dei Classical Academy

Donum Dei Classical Academy founded in 2019 in San Francisco, equips students to become virtuous scholars and servant-leaders who are known, loved, and formed through a rigorous classical and Christ-centered education grounded in biblical truth. Rooted in the liberal arts tradition, we seek the peace and prosperity of our city by cultivating spiritually rooted and classically formed students who, alongside their families, serve and live redemptively for the glory of God

School Information

Address: 1560 Treat Avenue, San Francisco CA 94116
Phone: (415) 874-9631
School Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 a.m.–3:15 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Extended Care until 5:30p.m.

Position Information

Position Title:

Science Teacher

Reports To:

Logic School Coordinator

Annual Salary:

$30,000

Working Schedule:

tbd based on the 26/27 SY Calendar

How This Role Fits into the Team

Each member of our team is essential to building a thriving culture that sees and calls out the image of God in our students and in one another. As we invite students to step into everything they are designed to be and do, our faculty and staff must also reflect and invest in our daily work of responding to God’s calling through an inner posture of discipline, diligence, and dedication. The Math & Science Teacher at Donum Dei Classical Academy teaches Math, Science, and Logic through a classical education lens, integrating hands-on learning and preparing students for high school. This role also includes supporting extracurricular programs like Math Club and Science Fair, and contributing to school-wide initiatives and professional growth.

Ideal Candidate

A rigorous, inquiry-minded teacher who develops logical reasoning and scientific understanding in the Logic stage. They combine clear instruction with Socratic engagement to form thoughtful, faithful scholars.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree
• Pursue the ACSI Teacher Certification, Classical Educator Equivalent, CA Teacher Credential, or Master’s in Classical Education within two years of initial employment.

Experience

Professional working experience in relevant field(s).

Professional Development

Commitment to ongoing training and spiritual formation throughout the year.

Missional

Alignment

• Be passionate about serving families and connecting them to our community as they navigate the journey of discernment, application, and enrollment.
• Align with DDCA’s vision to seek the peace and prosperity of our city by cultivating spiritually rooted and classically formed students who, alongside their families, serve and live redemptively for the glory of God.

Faith & Conduct

• Be devoted to the truth of the Gospel and to Jesus as Lord.
• Serve as a minister of the Gospel.
• Be in good standing with a Christian church, which includes weekly attendance and participation as an active worshipper.

Employment Type & Compensation

Employment Type

Part Time Salaried, Exempt - 20 hours a week

Sick Pay

7 days frontloaded at start of year

Benefits

100% Employer Paid Healthcare, Computer, equipment & software

Compensation

Annual salary paid bi monthly. Optional partial tuition credit available.

Key Responsibilities

Math Teacher

• Teach science courses, modeling classical education principles.
• Develop and implement lesson plans, syllabi, and curriculum materials.
• Maintain grades and assessments through FACTS and provide student progress reports.
• Communicate with parents and students regarding assignments and expectations.
• Integrate hands-on learning through labs, experiments, and logic exercises.
• High School Preparation: Ensure students are academically prepared for high school through a well-structured curriculum.
• Extracurricular Programs: Develop and supervise the Science Fair.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in accreditation reviews and self-study initiatives.
• Contribute to school-wide events, professional development, and strategic planning.