6th Grade Middle School Teacher - Our Lady of Grace - Chicago

6th Grade Middle School Teacher - Our Lady of Grace - Chicago

We are seeking a qualified professional educator to serve as a 6th grade middle school teacher in our Catholic school, delivering instruction in Civic, Social Studies, and Religion for the  school year.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach and act in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings.
• Serve as a role model for students’ religious formation and represent the Archbishop and the Catholic Church.
• Align instruction and conduct with the religious and educational mission, philosophy, objectives, and policies of the Catholic school.
• Complete Catholic identity formation training and any required professional development.
• Lead or participate in religious instruction, ceremonies, rituals, or other activities as directed by the principal.
• Communicate regularly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and the principal.
• Participate in professional development programs required by the Archdiocese or the local school/parish.
• Perform teaching duties assigned by the principal.
• Attend required faculty and staff meetings.
• Collaborate with the principal and staff on school-related meetings, activities, and projects.
• Maintain accurate student attendance and academic records.
• Maintain a safe, orderly, and secure learning environment.
• Participate in the annual performance review.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding school personnel, students, and general school matters.
• Represent the school and parish positively at all events, including extracurricular activities, and in the general public.
• Complete any additional tasks essential to the position as assigned by the principal.

REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES

• Practicing Catholic (preferred 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.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR APPLICATION

• Transcripts
• Resume
• Teaching licensure (PEL), if applicable
• 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. Compensation is based on education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.

Benefits: A comprehensive rewards package including competitive compensation and benefits. More information is available in the benefit program details.

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