Early Childhood Teacher; PreK-Kindergarten - South Suburban Cook

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The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students in over 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 listing 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. As a teacher, the instructor acts as a representative of the Catholic Church and serves as a role model and communicator of the Church’s message to students. The Teacher is a ministerial employee, directly accountable to the principal, and must abide by the educational policies and procedures of the Archdiocese and the local school.

• Teach and act in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings.
• Serve as a role model for the religious formation of students and represent the Archbishop of Chicago and the Church in ministry activities.
• Consistently follow 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 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 professional development programs required by the Archdiocese 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.
• Represent the school and parish positively at all events, including extracurricular activities and the general public.
• Carry out 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.
• Holder of a 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 with competitive compensation and benefit programs. This position has an annualized salary range of Lay - $38,527 to $68,776 and $35,686 to $62,316 for a Religious employee. Pay within the range is based on education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location and organizational needs.