Part Time Art Teacher & Teacher's Aide - St. Ferdinand School - Belmont Cragin

Position Overview

St. Ferdinand School seeks a part‑time Art Teacher (2‑3 days per week) for a weekly art class serving Pre‑K through 8th grade. The role is located in the main campus on the near‑northwest side of Chicago, and may include optional teacher‑assistant duties in other classrooms, increasing the commitment to 3 days per week.

• 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 all ministry activities.
• Follow 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 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 of Chicago and/or the local school.
• Perform teaching duties as assigned by the principal.
• Attend required faculty and staff meetings.
• Cooperate 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.
• Keep confidentiality regarding school personnel, students, and general school matters.
• Positively represent the school and parish at all events, including extracurricular activities and in the public eye.
• Complete any additional tasks 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 (PEL), if applicable/obtained.
• Acceptance in alternative licensure program, if applicable.
• Professional references.

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Salary ranges are $38,527–$68,776 for lay employees and $35,686–$62,316 for religious employees. Pay within the range is based on relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.