Catholic Middle School Religion Teacher Full Time Benefits

Diocese-of-Joliet-1; Illinois; On-site; USD 32,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Long-term disability insurance

FSA

403(b) retirement plan

Paid personal leave

Paid holidays

Short-term disability

Critical illness insurance

Accident insurance

Hospital indemnity

Permanent life insurance

Job summary

Diocese of Joliet Catholic Schools in Illinois seeks a full-time Middle School Religion teacher for St. Mary Catholic School, Mokena, for the 2026-2027 school year.

The teacher is a ministerial employee serving in a Catholic School and supports the Church's teachings and mission. Bachelor’s in Elementary Education or related field required; IL PEL or reciprocal out-of-state certificate preferred; practicing Catholic preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or a valid out-of-state certificate from a state with reciprocity.
• Holds a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or related discipline.
• Practicing Catholic preferred but is required to teach religion or theology courses.

Responsibilities

• Instruct children in assigned subjects, direct and guide students' learning throughout the day, and adjust instructional level to meet individual student needs.
• Attend related professional duties including planning lessons, preparing materials, meeting with principal on instructional issues, and participating in faculty meetings.
• Communicate with parents regarding student progress and maintain professional communications with all constituents.
• Effectively use technology to enhance student learning.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or pastor.

Education

IL PEL or reciprocal out-of-state certificate

Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education

Practicing Catholic preferred

Job description

Diocese of Joliet Catholic Schools in Illinois seeks a full-time Middle School Religion teacher for St. Mary Catholic School, Mokena, for the 2026-2027 school year.

The teacher is a ministerial employee serving in a Catholic School and supports the Church's teachings and mission. Bachelor’s in Elementary Education or related field required; IL PEL or reciprocal out-of-state certificate preferred; practicing Catholic preferred.