2nd Grade Teacher
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Job Description
About Company:
The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools form one of the largest private school systems in the United States, serving over 40,000 students across 150+ elementary and high schools in Cook and Lake counties. They have received 96 Blue Ribbon awards from the U.S. Department of Education in the past 10 years.
Job Description:
Pope John Paul II school is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate 2nd Grade Teacher.
Responsibilities:
• Teach and act in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings.
• Act as a role model for the religious formation of students and as a representative of the Archbishop of Chicago and the Catholic Church.
• Implement engaging coursework that meets the needs of different learning styles.
• Implement curriculum and strong classroom management.
• Guide students as they develop the educational and spiritual foundation necessary to enter intermediate grades.
• Know, teach, and act consistently in accordance with the religious and educational mission, philosophy, objectives, and policies 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.
• Specific tasks essential to the function of the position as assigned by the principal.
Requirements and Preferences:
• Practicing Catholic (preferred, required for religion teachers).
• Must meet compliance with safe environment requirements.
• Must hold a Bachelor’s degree.
• Must have valid state licensure for the grade/subject area (preferred, not required).
• Must complete Catholic identity formation training.
Required Documentation:
• Transcripts
• Resume
• Teaching Licensure (PEL), if applicable/obtained
• Acceptance in alternative licensure program, if applicable
• Professional references
Compensation:
• Annualized salary range: Lay – $37,000 – $67,000 and Religious – $34,000 – $61,000
• Pay is based on education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.
