Employment

Stone Ridge is seeking an Upper School Spanish Teacher to begin August 18, 2026. 

The Upper School Spanish Teacher is responsible for: 

• teaching Spanish in alignment with the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart education.
• working closely with colleagues in the World Languages Department and throughout the Upper School to implement the curriculum using best practices in teaching, including the immersion method, student-centered instruction, and relevant educational technologies.
• attends all faculty and employee meetings and maintains good communication with families about student progress. 
• participates in the Social Action Program, supports the Student Activities Program as a chaperone and/or moderator, and serves as a Student Advisor.
• collaborating with Learning Specialists, Educational Technologists and Librarians. 

The desired candidate:

• has experience in independent and/or Catholic school and possesses an advanced degree.
• has experience teaching Spanish and demonstrates expertise in pedagogy and instruction as well as fluency, flexibility, and strong organization skills. 
• is familiar with and/or has experience teaching in the model of Understanding by Design (UBD) and with the ACTFL standards and with Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
• is committed to the craft of teaching and has a genuine enthusiasm for young people. 
• demonstrates a collaborative spirit, excellent communication skills, and creativity.

Compensation includes competitive benefits and salary commensurate with experience, with a salary scale ranging from $60,000-$95,000+

Applicants of diverse, underrepresented  backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should complete the online employment application via the Stone Ridge website. As part of the online application, please upload a resume, list of references, and cover letter addressed to Ms. Courtney Perna, HR Manager, all in PDF format.

Stone Ridge is seeking a Lower School General Music Teacher to begin work on August 18, 2026.

The Lower School General Music Teacher is responsible for teaching general music, in alignment with the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Education and will:

• teach an Orff-Schulwerk-based General Music curriculum to students in Grades 1-4 that includes movement, games, listening, literacy, and history. 
• support Middle School music electives as assigned and needed. 
• work closely with colleagues in the Performing Arts Department and throughout the Lower School to create and update plans for content, quality, and continuity of curriculum. 
• lead the Liturgical Music for Lower School masses and prayer services and offer support to Campus Ministry and the Music team as needed for All-School Liturgies. 
• collaborate with Learning Specialists, Educational Technologists, the Librarian, and the Lower School Counselor to develop strategies to support all students.
• attend all faculty and employee meetings, fulfill other faculty duties, and maintain good communication with families about student progress through regular progress reports and responses to parents’ inquiries. 
• direct a Grades 3-4 children’s choir, which meets as an elective once a week (or as needed), in preparation for performances, informances, and liturgies for the Stone Ridge broader community. 
• assist with admissions and development tasks, as needed.
• prepare students, as needed, for special events. 
• other divisional duties that might be assigned (supporting classroom teachers, attending events, etc) 

The desired candidate: 

• has experience teaching general music at the Lower School level in Catholic, independent, Charter, and/or public schools. 
• holds a BA in a related field and has completed Orff-Schulwerk Training Level 1. 
• has piano proficiency and accompaniment skills. 
• demonstrates familiarity with/has experience teaching in the model of Understanding by Design and the Project-based learning approach. 
• possesses a capacity for working with a range of learning abilities. 
• demonstrates a keen collaborative spirit, strong communication skills, and creativity.
• has experience with and/or knowledge of liturgical music. 

Compensation includes competitive benefits and salary commensurate with experience, with a salary scale spanning from $60,000-$95,000+ in annual salary.

Applicants of diverse, underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should complete the online employment application via the Stone Ridge website. As part of the online application, please upload a resume, list of references, and cover letter addressed to Ms. Courtney Perna, HR Manager. 

Stone Ridge is seeking a Part-Time (60%) Upper School Costume Design Teacher to begin work in August 2026. 

The Part-Time Upper School Costume Teacher is responsible for: 

• supporting the Upper School drama department by assisting with costuming for 4 (2 US and 2 MS) productions, two in the spring and two in the fall. 
• teaching a section of Costuming in the Technical Theater course in the Upper School
• serve as an advisor and assist students in overseeing student participation on Social Action days. 
• collaborate with the Director of Arts and other members of the arts department in selecting, managing and supporting 4 productions a year. 
• collaborate with Upper School teachers in providing instruction to Upper School students in Costuming section. 
• work with the Marketing and Communications department to advertise for drama productions. 
• communicate with parents on any costuming questions

Essential Skills and Experience: 

• a bachelor’s degree 
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Directing, managing and understanding the demands of a school-based drama production
• Ability to inhabit a role that can be demanding and time sensitive and can requirement management of a disparate array of tasks across multiple disciplines and among a variety of stakeholders
• Ability to relate well to students

Stone Ridge is looking for an educator who is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and who has experience or interest in teaching in independent, Catholic schools, public, or charter schools. Applicants of diverse, underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Our teaching salaries range from $60,000 to $95,000+ based on experience. 

Interested candidates should complete the application online, linked below. As part of the online application, please upload a resume, list of references, and cover letter addressed to Ms. Courtney Perna, Human Resources Manager, all in PDF format.

Stone Ridge is seeking an Upper School Science Teacher to begin in August 2026.

The Upper School Science Teacher is responsible for teaching in alignment with the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Education. The desired candidate will: 

• possess strong depth of knowledge in a discipline subject area and teaches an introductory or advanced biology course and one or more other electives to be determined. 
• work closely with colleagues in the Science Department and throughout the Upper School. 
• create and update plans for content, quality, and continuity of curriculum. 
• actively collaborates with Learning Strategists, Librarians, Educational Technologists, and the counseling staff to develop strategies to support all students. 
• attends all faculty and employee meetings and maintains good communication with families about student progress through regular progress reports and responses to parents’ inquiries. 

The desired candidate: 

• teaches upper level biology courses that emphasize inquiry-based labs and preferably an anatomy and physiology or STEAM course and possesses a degree in one of the subject areas or a related field. 
• has a track record of successful teaching, a capacity for working with a range of learning abilities, and experience integrating appropriate educational technologies into her/his teaching.
• is familiar with a STEAM approach to curriculum, the Next Generation Science Standards for education, and Understanding by Design. 
• demonstrates a desire to innovate, strong writing and communication skills, a capacity for organization and follow-through, creativity, and flexibility.

Compensation includes salary, based on a scale that is commensurate with experience, with the range between $60,000 to $95,000+.

Stone Ridge is looking for an educator who is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and who has experience or interest in teaching in independent, Catholic schools, public, or charter schools. Applicants of diverse, underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.  Interested candidates should complete the application that is below this posting on our site. 

As part of the online application, please upload a resume, list of references, and cover letter addressed to Ms. Courtney Perna, Human Resources Manager, all in PDF format.

Stone Ridge has a potential opening in Middle School (Grade 8) Science Teacher to begin work in August 2026. In Grade 8, students study Earth Science, and explore the disciplines of geology, meteorology and chemistry during the course of the year.

The Middle School Science Teacher is responsible for designing curriculum in alignment with the Maryland State Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for middle-grade students as well as with the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Education. Using core ideas from the three major scientific domains articulated in the NGSS, the Stone Ridge Middle School science teachers endeavor to help its students:

• gain a deep understanding of foundational science and scientific concepts;
• apply scientific and technical knowledge to real-world problems in a systematic and rational manner;
• develop life-long learning habits;
• cultivate curiosity; and
• learn through inquiry and discovery with the aspiration of developing a deep understanding of and ability to solve real-world problems. 

Working closely with departmental and grade-level colleagues, the successful Science Teacher will:

• design and update lesson plans for content, skill-building, and continuity of curriculum;
• embrace experiential, interdisciplinary, and inquiry-based learning approaches;
• actively collaborate with Learning Strategists, Educational Technologists, Librarians and with the Middle School Counselor to develop strategies to support all students;
• attend all faculty and employee meetings, and in-house professional development sessions;
• serve as a student Advisor;
• fulfill other faculty duties; and 
• maintain good communication with families about student progress through regular progress reports, report cards, and responses to parents’ inquiries.

Requirements: 

• Teaching experience in the field of science and demonstrated expertise in pedagogy and instruction.
• Familiarity with or experience teaching in the model of Understanding by Design, the School’s chosen pedagogical model. 
• A capacity for working with a range of learning abilities, and experience integrating appropriate educational technologies into the teaching approach.
• A growth mindset and commitment to professional development. 
• A demonstrated collaborative spirit, organizational skills, and creativity. 
• An authentic understanding of the mission and the School’s Catholic identity. 

Compensation includes competitive benefits and salary commensurate with experience, with a salary scale of $60,000-$95,000+.

Stone Ridge is looking for an educator who is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and who has experience or interest in teaching in independent, Catholic schools. Early career candidates are encouraged to apply, especially if the candidate has an interest in developing the pedagogy, career, and profession of education.  Applicants of diverse, underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should complete the application online found below. As part of the online application, please upload a resume, list of references, and cover letter addressed to Ms. Courtney Perna, Human Resources Manager, all in PDF format.

Stone Ridge is seeking an Upper School Theology Teacher to begin in August 2026.

The Upper School Theology Teacher is responsible for: 

• teaching five sections of theology in alignment with the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Education.
• teaching courses in Scripture, Church History, Christian Morality, or World Religions
• working closely with colleagues, creating and updating plans for content, quality, and continuity of curriculum. 
• actively collaborates with Learning Strategists, Librarians, and Educational Technologists to develop strategies to support all students, and works with the Counseling staff in developing social-emotional programming. 
• attends all faculty and employee meetings, participates in the Social Action Program, serves as an Advisor, fulfills other faculty duties, and maintains good communication with families about student progress through regular progress reports and responses to parents’ inquiries.

The desired candidate has experience teaching theology and possesses a BA or MA in theology. Desired candidates should be practicing Catholics with the ability to be certified as a religion teacher in the Archdiocese of Washington. In addition, a capacity for working with a range of learning abilities and integrating educational technologies in teaching is required. Ideally, candidates are familiar with the School’s pedagogical approach to instruction, Understanding by Design.

An early career candidate is encouraged to apply, especially someone who has an interest in developing the pedagogy, career, and profession of education. 

Compensation includes placement on a salary scale with ranges between $60,000-$95,000+

Stone Ridge is looking for an educator who is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and who has experience or interest in teaching in independent, Catholic schools, public, or charter schools. Applicants of diverse, underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.  

As part of the online application, please upload a resume, list of references, and cover letter addressed to Ms. Courtney Perna, Human Resources Manager, all in PDF format.

Stone Ridge is seeking an Upper School Learning Specialist to begin in August 2026.

The Upper School Learning Specialist is responsible for providing student support in alignment with the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Education. 

The Upper School Learning Specialist Teacher will: 

• Teach First Academic Studies Skills class
• Identify students who might be experiencing academic difficulties and work with teachers on how to best assist those students. 
• Serve as a member of the Student Support Team
• Make referrals for Psycho-Educational testing
• Coordinate standardized testing accommodations with students, parents and the College Board
• Work with teachers to develop in-class support structures for students who are experiencing academic difficulties 
• Coordinate with Middle School administrators and Learning Specialists on assisting with the transition into the Upper School for the students who have learning issues. 
• Coordinate with families regarding the student transition to college 
• Meet individually with students as needed
• Coordinate College Board and ACT test relationships and special testing arrangements

The desired candidate: 

• has experience providing learning support services to Upper School aged students
• demonstrates knowledge of pedagogy and instruction as well as flexibility and strong organization skills. 
• works well with and enjoys high school aged students 

Requirements: 

• MA degree in Education/Special Education
• experience in independent, charter, public and/or Catholic schools

An early career candidate is encouraged to apply, especially someone with an interest in developing the pedagogy, career, and profession of education. Compensation includes competitive benefits and salary commensurate with experience, with a salary scale ranging from $60,000-$95,000+ . 

Stone Ridge is looking for an educator who is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and who has experience or interest in teaching in independent, Catholic schools, public, or charter schools. Applicants of diverse, underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.  

Interested candidates should complete the application on the website, https://www.stoneridgeschool.org/employment. As part of the online application, please upload a resume, list of references, and cover letter addressed to Ms. Courtney Perna, Human Resources Manager, all in PDF format.

Stone Ridge is seeking an Upper School English Teacher to cover classes starting in August 2026. 

The Upper School English Teacher is responsible for teaching Upper School English in alignment with the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Education. Working closely with colleagues in the English Department and throughout the Upper School, they will create and update plans for content, quality, and continuity of curriculum. Likewise, the Upper School English Teacher collaborates with Learning Strategists and Educational Technologists to develop strategies to support all students, and they work with the Counseling staff in supporting social-emotional programming. They attend all faculty and employee meetings, fulfill other faculty duties, and maintain good communication with families about student progress.

The department is looking for a scholar with speciality in either American Literature or World Literature, teaching potential classes like Introduction to Literature & Composition, Literature of the Americas, and possibly a Senior English Elective (one per semester) on a topic or genre that is global in scope. 

Stone Ridge is looking for an educator who is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and who has experience or interest in teaching in independent, Catholic schools, public, or charter schools. Applicants of diverse, underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.  

The desired candidate possesses a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred. In addition to a strong commitment to students and the ability to motivate and educate in an engaging manner, the English Teacher demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the subject area and a collaborative, collegial spirit. They are familiar with Understanding by Design as the School’s pedagogical approach to instruction and demonstrate strong writing and communication skills, a capacity for organization and follow-through, and flexibility.

Compensation for the role is based on experience and training, and relies on a salary scale ranging from $60,000 to $95,000+.

Interested candidates should complete the application online at the bottom of this employment page. As part of the online application, please upload a resume, list of references, and a cover letter addressed to Ms. Courtney Perna, Human Resources Manager, all in PDF format.

Stone Ridge is seeking a Middle School Religion Teacher to begin August 17, 2026.

The Middle School Religion teacher is responsible for: 

• designing curriculum in alignment with Archdiocese of Washington religious education guidelines for Grade 5 and 6 students as well as with the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Education.  
• guiding the faith formation of the students in the religious education program. 
• embracing experiential, interdisciplinary, and inquiry-based learning approaches.
• helping to prepare for and attend grade-level religious retreats planned by the Campus Minister.
• attending all faculty and employee meetings and in-house professional development sessions.
• working closely with colleagues who teach the same grade level to create and update plans for content, quality, and continuity of curriculum. 
• actively collaborating with Learning Strategists, Head of Middle School, Assistant Head of Middle School, Librarians, and Educational Technologists to develop strategies to support all students and working with the Counseling staff in developing social-emotional programming. 
• maintaining good communication with families about student progress through regular progress reports and responses to parents’ inquiries.
• advising one section of students per year. 

The desired candidate:

• is a practicing Catholic who has experience teaching Religion at the Middle School level in independent and/or Catholic schools. 
• possesses a Bachelor’s in a relevant field; a Master’s degree is preferred. 
• has familiarity with or experience teaching with the model of Understanding by Design, the School’s chosen pedagogical model. 
• shows a growth mindset and a commitment to professional development. 
• demonstrates a collaborative spirit, organizational skills and creativity. 
• possesses an authentic understanding of mission and the School’s Catholic identity. 
• has a demonstrated record of successful teaching, a capacity for working with a range of learning abilities, and experience with integrating appropriate educational technologies into the teaching environment. 
• demonstrates strong writing and communication skills, a capacity for organization and follow-through, and flexibility.
• is willing to foster an atmosphere of reverence and prayer with students during liturgical events. 

Compensation includes competitive benefits and salary commensurate with experience, with a salary range of $60,000-$95,000+. 

Applicants of diverse, underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Early career candidates are encouraged to apply, especially if the candidate has an interest in developing the pedagogy, career, and profession of education. Interested candidates should complete an application via the employment page of the Stone Ridge website. As part of the online application, please upload a resume, list of references, and cover letter addressed to Ms. Courtney Perna.