Middle and Upper School Religious Studies Teacher

The Episcopal School of Baton Rouge seeks a Middle and Upper School Religious Studies Teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year.

The Religious Studies Teacher is an integral part of the Middle and Upper Schools and the Religious Studies Department, whose members embrace the school’s whole-child educational philosophy and Episcopal Identity.

This is a cross-divisional position that includes teaching three sections of Upper School Religious Studies courses and two sections of Middle School Religious Studies courses.

This position is a ten-month full-time position with an annual renewal. The position begins on July 31st, 2026.

Episcopal School of Baton Rouge, a college preparatory educational community of approximately 950 students and approximately 170 professionals, includes grades PreK-3 through 12 that embraces the whole-child educational philosophy.

As an Episcopal school, Episcopal School of Baton Rouge was created to be a diverse institution of educational and human development for all persons, regardless of origin, background, ability, or religion.

We are created to “strive for justice and peace among all people and [to] respect the dignity of every human being.”

Episcopal is known for its academic performance, for its attention to the spiritual lives of its students, and for offering a wide range of opportunities for student education and development.

Opportunities to excel in academics, arts, athletics, service, and community leadership characterize the school’s program.

The Religious Studies Teacher will:

• Teach Middle and Upper Religious Studies courses, including Biblical Studies and World Religions.
• Foster an academic environment in which students gain critical thinking skills and are encouraged to explore and strengthen their own religious belief systems and traditions.

• Teach Middle and Upper School Religious Studies courses.
• Foster an academic environment that encourages critical thinking and exploration of religious belief systems and traditions.
• Develop and implement curriculum that aligns with the school’s Episcopal Identity and whole-child educational philosophy.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Participate in departmental and school-wide meetings and professional development opportunities.