5/6 ELA & Social Studies Teacher (Catholic School)

St. Malachy School; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Job summary

Archdiocese of Chicago is seeking a 5/6 ELA and Social Studies Teacher for St. Malachy in Chicago for the 2026-2027 year. The role requires teaching in a Catholic school, modeling Catholic values, and complying with archdiocesan policies.

The position emphasizes religious formation, professional development, and collaboration with the principal and staff. The teacher must hold a Bachelor's degree, complete Catholic formation training, and meet safe environment requirements.

Qualifications

• Practicing Catholic (preferred, required for religion teachers)
• Must meet compliance with safe environment requirements
• Must hold Bachelor's degree
• Must have valid state licensure for the grade/subject area (preferred, not required)
• Must complete Catholic identity formation training

Responsibilities

• teach in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings
• act as a role model for religious formation and as a representative of the Archbishop
• maintain Catholic identity and align with school policies
• participate in religious instruction and ceremonies as directed by the principal
• communicate regularly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues and principal
• participate in professional development programs by the Archdiocese of Chicago and local school/parish
• perform teaching duties as assigned by the principal
• attend required faculty and staff meetings
• cooperate with the principal and staff in meetings and projects
• maintain accurate student attendance and academic records
• maintain a safe, orderly learning environment
• participate in annual performance review
• maintain confidentiality regarding school matters
• represent the school at events and in public
• principal assigns tasks essential to the position

Skills

Catholic faith

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Archdiocese of Chicago is seeking a 5/6 ELA and Social Studies Teacher for St. Malachy in Chicago for the 2026-2027 year. The role requires teaching in a Catholic school, modeling Catholic values, and complying with archdiocesan policies.

The position emphasizes religious formation, professional development, and collaboration with the principal and staff. The teacher must hold a Bachelor's degree, complete Catholic formation training, and meet safe environment requirements.