Primary Grade Lead Teacher - St. Mary Angels School - Bucktown

Primary Grade Lead Teacher - St. Mary of the Angels School - Bucktown

Job Category: Teacher

Requisition Number: ZZ

Posted: May 6, 2026 •
Full-Time •
On-site

St. Mary of the Angels School, 1810 N. Hermitage Ave., Chicago, IL 60622

The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students in 150+ elementary and high schools in Cook and Lake counties.

Job Summary: Under the collaboration of school administration and the direction of the Principal and Administrative Council, the Primary Lead Teacher leads efforts to implement the St. Mary of the Angels and the state’s educational standards for K‑4. The teacher devises daily lesson plans from the curriculum, which should include ways for students to improve their critical thinking, functional and social‑emotional skills, and is responsible for preparing hands‑on engagement for students and providing them with the necessary skills to succeed.

• Plan and teach engaging lessons that follow the curriculum and support student learning goals.
• Adjust instruction to meet the needs of all learners, including whole group, small group, and individual support.
• Observe and support students’ academic and social‑emotional growth.
• Monitor student progress and help students build foundational skills in all subject areas.
• Establish a positive, safe, and structured classroom environment with clear expectations.
• Prepare thoughtful lesson plans and daily activities that support student development.
• Use a variety of teaching strategies, including hands‑on activities, modeling, and guided discussions.
• Incorporate classroom materials, books, and learning tools to support student understanding.
• Collaborate with school leadership and team members to support a strong Early Childhood/Primary program.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students, colleagues, and families through open and consistent communication.

• 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.
• 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 and in the general public.
• Complete specific tasks assigned by the principal essential to the position.

• 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.

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

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs is available on request.

Salary Range: $38,527 – $68,776 for a Lay employee and $35,686 – $62,316 for a Religious employee. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on many factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.

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