Catholic PreK–Kindergarten Teacher

Northsidecatholic; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Job summary

Archdiocese of Chicago invites applications for an Early Childhood Teacher (PreK-Kindergarten) serving Lake County. The role emphasizes Catholic identity, classroom instruction in line with Church doctrine, and active participation in religious activities under school leadership.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree, comply with safe environment requirements, and pursue Catholic identity training. Compensation reflects Lay vs Religious track within the Archdiocese system.

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 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
• 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

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Archdiocese of Chicago invites applications for an Early Childhood Teacher (PreK-Kindergarten) serving Lake County. The role emphasizes Catholic identity, classroom instruction in line with Church doctrine, and active participation in religious activities under school leadership.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree, comply with safe environment requirements, and pursue Catholic identity training. Compensation reflects Lay vs Religious track within the Archdiocese system.