First Grade Teacher: Active Learning in Catholic School

Archdiocese of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

The Archdiocese of Chicago oversees a large network of Catholic schools serving tens of thousands of students. We seek a dynamic First-grade teacher for the 2026-2027 school year who embraces Active Playful Learning, 21st century pedagogy, and a student-centered approach.

The role emphasizes Catholic identity and collaboration with school leadership and parish communities. The ideal candidate will model Catholic values, support religious instruction, and participate in ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Must hold Bachelor’s degree.
• Must meet compliance with safe environment requirements.
• 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 (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

Skills

Catholic faith

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Archdiocese of Chicago oversees a large network of Catholic schools serving tens of thousands of students. We seek a dynamic First-grade teacher for the 2026-2027 school year who embraces Active Playful Learning, 21st century pedagogy, and a student-centered approach.

The role emphasizes Catholic identity and collaboration with school leadership and parish communities. The ideal candidate will model Catholic values, support religious instruction, and participate in ongoing professional