2nd Grade Teacher - Our Lady of Mount Carmel Academy - Chicago - VIC. II

Archdiocese of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The Archdiocese of Chicago seeks a 2nd Grade Teacher for Our Lady of Mount Carmel Academy. This full-time role involves teaching in alignment with Catholic teachings, maintaining a safe learning environment, and participating in professional development. Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree and demonstrate commitment to Catholic values.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Practicing Catholic preferred, required for religion teachers.
• Compliance with safe environment requirements.
• Valid state licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings.
• Maintain communication with students, parents, colleagues, and the principal.
• Participate in performance reviews and uphold confidentiality.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Religious Formation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Catholic identity formation training

Job description

2nd Grade Teacher - Our Lady of Mount Carmel Academy - Chicago - VIC. II

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Job Overview

The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve over 40,000 students across more than 150 elementary and high schools in Cook and Lake counties. Recognized for excellence, they have received 96 Blue Ribbon awards from the U.S. Department of Education in the past decade.

The teacher is a qualified professional who meets the requirements to teach in a Catholic school. As a representative of the Catholic Church, the teacher acts as a role model and fulfills various responsibilities that communicate the Church’s message to students.

Responsibilities

• Teach in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings
• Serve as a role model for religious formation and represent the Archbishop and Catholic Church
• Align teaching with the mission, philosophy, and policies of the Catholic school
• Complete required Catholic identity training and professional development
• Lead or participate in religious activities as directed
• Maintain communication with students, parents, colleagues, and the principal
• Participate in professional development and school meetings
• Maintain accurate records and a safe learning environment
• Participate in performance reviews and uphold confidentiality
• Represent the school positively at events and in the community

Requirements and Preferences

• Practicing Catholic (preferred, required for religion teachers)
• Compliance with safe environment requirements
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Valid state licensure preferred
• Catholic identity formation training required

Application Documentation

• Transcripts
• Resume
• Teaching Licensure (if applicable)
• References

Compensation

The annual salary range is $37,000 - $67,000 for lay teachers and $34,000 - $61,000 for religious teachers, based on experience and qualifications. The Archdiocese offers comprehensive benefits.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industry: Religious Institutions