1st Grade Teacher - St. Monica Academy - Chicago

The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students across 150+ elementary and high schools in Cook and Lake counties. St. Monica Academy seeks a dynamic 1st grade teacher for the 2026‑2027 school year. The teacher will work closely with another 1st grade teacher, the Early Childhood Lead Teacher, and participate in a PLC environment with middle school teachers.

• Teach and act in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings of the Church.
• Act as a role model for religious formation 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 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 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 and parish at all events, including extracurricular activities, and in the general public.
• Complete any other tasks essential to the position as assigned by the principal.

• 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.

Salary Range: $38,527–$68,776 for a lay employee or $35,686–$62,316 for a religious employee, based on education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location and organizational needs.