5th-7th Grade Reading and Language Arts Teacher
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Job Description
About the Company:
The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools comprise one of the largest private school systems in the United States, serving over 40,000 students in 150+ elementary and high schools across Cook and Lake counties. With a strong emphasis on Catholic education, the schools have received 96 Blue Ribbon awards from the U.S. Department of Education over the past 10 years.
Job Description:
Title: 5th-7th Grade Reading and Language Arts Teacher at SASP School
Overview:
SASP School is seeking a driven and hardworking educator to join their team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about engaging 5th-7th graders in Reading and Language Arts, instilling a love of learning, and contributing to a collaborative team environment.
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
Specific Duties:
• 5th grade homeroom responsibilities
• Teaching literature to 5th-7th grade students
• Teaching language arts to 5th-7th grade students
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 for Application:
• 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 factors including education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.
• Comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs.
