4th​/5th Grade Social Studies and ELA Teacher - St. Sylvester School - Palmer Square

4th/5th Grade Social Studies and ELA Teacher - St. Sylvester School - Palmer Square

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:
Teacher

Requisition Number
: TEACH
003438

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• Posted :
  March 31, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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St Sylvester School
3027 W. PALMER SQUARE
CHICAGO, IL , USA

St Sylvester School
3027 W. PALMER SQUARE
CHICAGO, IL , USA

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. This is for the 2026 - 2027 school year.

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.

The mission of St. Sylvester School in Chicago is to provide a welcoming, faith-centered Catholic education rooted in Gospel values and committed to academic excellence, spiritual growth, and community leadership. We strive to nurture each student holistically—intellectually, morally, and socially—preparing them to succeed in high school and beyond while becoming compassionate, reflective, and active contributors to the world around them. Our scholars are guided by Catholic teachings, encouraged to serve others, and equipped with the skills and confidence they need to lead with integrity in school, in their communities, and in their future pursuits.

St. Sylvester School serves students in early childhood through 8th grade, offering a diverse and supportive learning environment where every child is valued and encouraged to grow academically, spiritually, and personally.

We emphasize a rigorous curriculum, faith formation, social-emotional learning, and a range of enrichment opportunities, ensuring that our students are well-prepared to excel in the high school of their choice and in life.

Primary Roles and Responsibilities

• Teach classes of approximately twenty students.
• Emphasizing reading comprehension, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and critical thinking.
• Design and deliver engaging, standards-aligned lessons that are developmentally appropriate and differentiated to meet diverse learner needs, including small-group and individualized instruction.
• Integrate Catholic identity, Gospel values, and the school mission into classroom culture, instruction, and student interactions.
• Build authentic, trusting relationships with students and families through consistent communication, family engagement, conferences, and participation in school and community events.
• Serve as an advisor for a small group of students, supporting character formation, social-emotional development, leadership skills, and preparation for high school.
• Implement advisory curriculum to foster student self-awareness, empathy, responsibility, and a strong sense of community.
• Use diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments to identify student strengths and areas for growth, providing timely and meaningful feedback.
• Participate in collaborative curriculum planning, professional learning…