3rd Grade Teacher - St. Angela School - Austin

Position Overview

St. Angela School serves students within the Archdiocese of Chicago. The school seeks a qualified Catholic teacher for the 2026‑2027 school year.

• Teach and act in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings.
• Serve as a role model for students’ religious formation and represent the Archbishop of Chicago and the Catholic Church in the performance of the Church’s ministry.
• Adhere consistently to the religious and educational mission, philosophy, objectives, and policies of the school.
• Complete Catholic identity formation training and other required professional development from the Archdiocese of Chicago.
• Lead and/or participate in religious instruction, ceremonies, rituals, or other religious activities as directed by the principal.
• Communicate regularly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and the principal.
• Participate in required professional development programs mandated by the Archdiocese of Chicago and/or the local school/parish.
• Perform teaching duties assigned by the principal.
• Attend required faculty and staff meetings.
• Cooperate with the principal and staff in school‑related meetings, activities, and projects.
• Maintain accurate attendance and academic records for students.
• 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.
• Perform any other specific tasks essential to the position, as assigned by the principal.

• Practicing Catholic (preferred; required for religion teachers).
• Compliance with safe environment requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Valid state licensure for the grade/subject area (preferred, not required).
• Completion of Catholic identity formation training.

• Transcripts
• Resume
• Teaching licensure (e.g., PEL), if applicable/obtained
• Acceptance in alternative licensure program, if applicable
• Professional references

Salary range: $38,527–$68,776 for a lay employee and $35,686–$62,316 for a religious employee. Pay within the range is based on qualifications, experience, geographical location, and organizational needs.