Second Grade Teacher - Holy Angels Catholic School - Bronzeville

Archdiocese of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring for novice teachers

Job summary

Holy Angels Catholic School in Chicago's South Side seeks a passionate 2nd Grade Teacher to inspire faith-based learning and excellence. The teacher acts as a representative of the Archdiocese and the Church’s teachings to students, guiding instruction with high expectations and engaging classroom practices.

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) is preferred or the ability to obtain it. Novice teachers will receive mentoring and instructional support, with opportunities for leadership and

Qualifications

• The candidate should have experience delivering differentiated instruction in a K-6 setting.
• Strong classroom management and positive relationships with students and families are highly valued.
• Novice teachers are encouraged to apply and will receive mentoring and instructional support.

Responsibilities

• Teach 2nd Grade in Holy Angels Catholic School under the Archdiocese of Chicago.
• Represent the Catholic Church to students as a role model and communicator of faith.
• Collaborate with the principal and staff to provide an engaging, faith-based learning environment.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Relationship building (students &famil

Education

PEL preferred / ability to obtain

Job description

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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.
The Teacher is a qualified professional educator who meets the requirements to teach in a Catholic school in the Archdiocese of Chicago. As a teacher in a Catholic school, the Teacher acts as a representative of the Catholic Church to the students, both as a role model and through the various tasks, actions and other responsibilities assigned to the Teacher. The Teacher is a ministerial employee because of the Teacher’s role as both a representative of the Church and as a communicator of the Church’s message to the children entrusted to the Church’s care.
The Teacher is hired by and is directly accountable to the principal. The Teacher agrees to abide by the educational policies and procedures of the Archdiocese of Chicago and the Office of Catholic Schools as well as comply with the educational policies and procedures of the local school. The Teacher cooperates with the principal and staff in providing an educational environment that promotes the ministry of Catholic education. The Teacher is a representative of the Archbishop of Chicago, effectuating his ministry of Catholic education and the religious teachings and doctrine of the Catholic Church at the level of the local school. This position is for the 2026 - 2027 school year.
We\'re seeking a passionate and nurturing 2nd Grade Teacher who believes every child can achieve excellence through faith, high expectations, and engaging instruction. Holy Angels is a close-knit, mission-driven school on Chicago\'s South Side where collaboration, coaching, and professional growth are valued. Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) preferred (or ability to obtain). Novice teachers are encouraged to apply and will receive mentoring and instructional support. Experience with differentiated instruction, strong classroom management, and building positive relationships with students and families is highly valued. Opportunities for leadership, professional development, and stipends for select roles may be available. Come be part of a team committed to transforming lives one student at a time.