2nd Grade Maternity Leave Long Term Substitute St. James - Arlington Heights

St. James School, part of the Archdiocese of Chicago’s Catholic school system, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Substitute Elementary Teacher for the school year August through November. The position serves over 600 students from early childhood through eighth grade in a faith‑filled environment committed to academic excellence, character formation, and student success.

The substitute teacher will monitor students and their learning in the absence of the regularly scheduled teacher, maintain a positive learning environment, facilitate lesson plans left by the regular teacher, and hold students accountable.

• Implement the scheduled teacher’s lesson plans and instructions, or consult with the principal or other relevant staff if a lesson plan is not provided.
• Maintain a clean, respectful, and orderly classroom, following classroom and school procedures.
• Maintain records and draft notes on attendance, pertinent inquiries, and incidents.
• Follow and enforce rules, policies, and procedures of the classroom and the school campus.
• Ensure the safety of students.
• Work with a diverse student population at all grade levels.
• Communicate comfortably, written and orally, with students, parents/guardians, administrators, and others.
• Actively support the mission of the school.

• A Bachelor’s degree in a comparable field.
• Experience teaching through remote learning platforms.
• Valid state teaching licensure (out‑of‑state licenses accepted).
• 1 to 3 years of teaching experience.
• High school graduate.

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive compensation and benefit programs. This opportunity is a long‑term substitute position with a daily rate of $165.00, and $175.00 per day for long‑term substitutes with PEL. Pay is based on education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.