Overview
Business Literacy Teacher Jobs in Richmond, VA at Cristo Rey Richmond High School
Title: Business Literacy Teacher
Company: Cristo Rey Richmond High School
Location: Richmond, VA
Description
Business Literacy Teacher
Inspire the Next Generation of Workforce Leaders
At Cristo Rey Richmond High School, you're more than an instructor. You are a mentor, role model, and champion for students as they prepare for college, careers, and lives of faith, purpose, and service.
If you're passionate about workforce development, technology, education, and making a lasting difference in the lives of young people, we'd love to meet you.
Why Join Cristo Rey Richmond?
Competitive Compensation
- $50,000-$65,000 based on education and experience
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive instructional coaching and mentoring
Outstanding Benefits (for Eligible Employees)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement benefits
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Collaborative Work Environment
- Small school community with meaningful relationships
- Ongoing instructional coaching and professional growth
- Collaborative planning with dedicated faculty and staff
- Opportunity to shape innovative technology instruction
Mission That Matters
Every lesson you teach equips students from families of limited economic means with the knowledge, technical skills, and confidence to succeed in college, careers, and an increasingly technology driven world.
About Cristo Rey Richmond High School
Cristo Rey Richmond High School is a Catholic learning community that educates young people of limited economic means to become men and women of faith, purpose, and service. Through a rigorous college preparatory curriculum integrated with a unique work-study program, our students graduate prepared to succeed in college and in life.
We believe in transforming Richmond. One student at a time.
What You'll Do
As a Business Literacy Instructor, you'll create engaging learning experiences that prepare students with essential workplace development and technology skills while supporting their academic, personal, and spiritual growth.
Instruction & Student Learning
- Develop and deliver engaging, rigorous business literacy instruction designed to prepare students to be successful in the classroom and the Corporate Work Study placement.
- Develop and deliver engaging, rigorous technology instruction aligned with the Cristo Rey curriculum and College Board standards.
- Teach Microsoft Office applications and foundational information technology concepts.
- Create culturally relevant lessons that meet the needs of predominantly first-generation, low-income students.
- Establish and maintain a positive, structured classroom environment that promotes student engagement and achievement.
- Monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies to maximize learning outcomes.
- Maintain accurate records of grades, attendance, behavior, and student progress.
- Communicate regularly with students and families regarding academic performance and growth.
- Provide academic support during Office Hours and other intervention opportunities.
- Participate fully in instructional coaching, evaluation, and continuous professional growth.
- Collaborate with colleagues to strengthen curriculum and improve student achievement.
School Community & Culture
- Uphold the mission, vision, values, and Catholic identity of Cristo Rey Richmond High School.
- Model the principles that help students become men and women of faith, purpose, and service.
- Foster high expectations for student behavior while supporting school-wide culture and routines.
- Participate actively in faculty meetings, professional development, retreats, and department collaboration.
- Attend school events, including admissions programs, parent-teacher conferences, retreats, liturgies, assemblies, and other community activities, including occasional evenings and weekends.
- Supervise students during school events and provide classroom coverage when needed.
- Support and promote the Corporate Work Study Program as an essential component of student learning and professional development.
- Communicate professionally and collaboratively with students, families, faculty, staff, and administrators.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What We're Looking For
Successful candidates are:
- Passionate educators who believe every student can succeed
- Strong communicators and relationship builders
- Collaborative team members
- Technology-proficient professionals
- Organized, adaptable, and student centered
- Committed to educational excellence and continuous improvement
- Dedicated to the mission of Catholic education and the Cristo Rey Network
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Education, or a related field.
- Industry certifications such as Microsoft Office Specialist, CompTIA A+, or Google IT Support.
- Experience in K–12 education or youth development.
- Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS), Student Information Systems (SIS), and educational technology platforms.
- Experience working in a Catholic, faith-based, or mission-driven educational environment.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative school community.
- Ability to collaborate in curriculum development and teach soft and durable skills necessary for student and workplace success.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and general computer literacy.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
- Ability to teach Microsoft Office applications and foundational technology skills.
- Ability to balance instructional responsibilities while supporting classroom technology needs.
- Commitment to the mission of Cristo Rey Richmond High School and serving diverse learners.
- Willingness to collaborate with and support members of the Corporate Work Study Program and Academic team.
Why Faculty Enjoy Working Here
At Cristo Rey Richmond High School, you'll join a dedicated team of educators who believe every student deserves access to an exceptional education and meaningful career opportunities.
Our faculty are respected as professionals, supported through ongoing coaching and collaboration, and empowered to make a lasting impact on students both inside and outside the classroom. Together, we are preparing the next generation of leaders while transforming Richmond. One student at a time.
Apply Today
If you're an innovative educator with a passion for technology, student success, and mission-driven education, we encourage you to apply.
Help us Transform Richmond. One Student at a Time.