8th Grade Science Teacher - St. Angela School - Humboldt Park

Job Overview

A qualified professional educator who meets the requirements to teach in a Catholic school in the Archdiocese of Chicago. The teacher acts as a representative of the Catholic Church, a role model, and a communicator of the Church’s message to students. The position is for the  school year and reports directly to the principal.

• 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 in the performance of the Church’s ministry.
• Know, teach and act consistently in accordance with the religious and educational mission, philosophy, objectives, policies and procedures 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 the 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 (including extracurricular activities) and in the general public.
• Complete any specific tasks assigned by the principal that are essential to the function of the position.

• 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 (PEL), if applicable.
• 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. The position has a salary range of $38,527–$68,776 for a lay employee and $35,686–$62,316 for a religious employee. Pay within the salary range is based on factors including education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.