Art Teacher - SS. Cyril and Methodius - Lemont

Northsidecatholic; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 38,527 - 68,776; Full time

Job summary

SS Cyril and Methodius School in Lemont, IL, part of the Archdiocese of Chicago, invites applications for an Art Teacher. The role requires teaching preschool through 8th grade in a Catholic setting with a focus on faith-based education and community involvement.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree, comply with safe environment requirements, and complete Catholic identity formation training. State licensure is preferred.

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 of students
• maintain accurate student attendance and academic records
• conduct required professional development as directed by the Archdiocese of Chicago
• maintain a safe, orderly and secure learning environment
• participate in faculty and staff meetings
• perform teaching duties as assigned by the principal
• represent the school at events and in the community

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Art Teacher - SS. Cyril and Methodius - Lemont

About the School

The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students in 150+ elementary and high schools in Cook and Lake counties. It is one of the largest private school systems in the United States. Its schools have received 96 Blue Ribbon awards from the U.S. Department of Education over the past 10 years.

SS. Cyril & Methodius School is a 2019 National Blue Ribbon School serving preschool through 8th grade in the heart of Lemont, Illinois. Known for academic excellence, strong Catholic values, and a warm, welcoming community, SSCM provides a well-rounded education that nurtures the whole child—mind, body, and spirit. Guided by faith and enriched by a proud and supportive community, the school provides an environment where students grow in character, confidence, and compassion. With dedicated teachers, small class sizes, and a commitment to service, SSCM prepares students to lead with integrity and purpose. Students also enjoy a variety of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, music, theater, student council, and more.

Location

SS Cyril & Methodius, 608 Sobieski St., Lemont, IL 604394050, USA

General Responsibilities

• teach and act in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings of the Catholic Church
• act as a role model for the religious formation of students and as a representative of the Archbishop of Chicago and the Catholic Church in the performance of the Church’s ministry
• know, teach and act consistently in accordance with the religious and educational mission, philosophy, objectives and policies and procedures of the Catholic school
• complete Catholic identity formation training and other required professional development from the Archdiocese of Chicago (regardless of grade/subject area or personal faith tradition)
• lead and/or participate in any and all religious instruction, ceremonies, rituals or other religious activities as directed by the principal
• communicate regularly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues and principal
• participate in any and all professional development programs required by the Archdiocese of Chicago and/or the local school/parish
• perform teaching duties as assigned by the principal
• attend required faculty and staff meetings
• cooperate with the principal and staff members in school related meetings, activities and projects
• maintain accurate student attendance and academic records
• maintain a safe, orderly and secure learning and working environment
• participate in the annual performance review
• maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding school personnel, students and general school matters
• positively represent the school/parish at all school/parish events (including extracurricular activities) and in the general public
• the principal assigns specific tasks essential to the function of the position

Requirements & Preferences

• 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

The following documentation is required to be uploaded/submitted with the application for employment to be considered for this teacher opportunity and to determine compensation.

• Transcripts
• Resume
• Teaching Licensure (PEL), if applicable/obtained
• Acceptance in alternative licensure program, if applicable
• Professional references

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs is available here.

This position has a salary range of $38,527- $68,776 for a Lay employee and $35,686 – $62,316 for a Religious employee.

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