Middle School ELA Teacher - Queen of Angels - Chicago

Middle School Ela Teacher
- Queen Of Angels
- Chicago  Catholic Schools Search
The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students in 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 is for the 2026 - 2027 school year.
Description  Queen of Angels School, a Catholic elementary school rooted in faith, academic excellence, and community, seeks a passionate and dedicated Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher to join our faculty. The ideal candidate is committed to nurturing students' intellectual, spiritual, and social development while fostering a love of reading, writing, and critical thinking. The Middle School ELA Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering engaging, standards-aligned instruction in reading, writing, grammar, and literature for grades 68.

The teacher will create a supportive and rigorous classroom environment that encourages curiosity, respectful dialogue, and strong communication skills. As a member of the Queen of Angels community, the teacher is expected to support the mission and values of Catholic education.

Key Responsibilities
Design and implement engaging ELA lessons aligned with state standards and school curriculum
Teach reading comprehension, literary analysis, writing, grammar, and vocabulary using a variety of instructional strategies
Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic needs of middle school learners
Assess student learning through formative and summative assessments and provide timely, constructive feedback
Foster a positive, well-managed classroom environment that promotes responsibility and mutual respect
Integrate technology and instructional resources to enhance learning
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues regarding academic progress and expectations
Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to support interdisciplinary learning and school-wide initiatives
Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school events
Support and model Catholic values and contribute to the spiritual life of the school community
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in English, Education, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
Valid Illinois teaching license or eligibility for licensure
Experience teaching middle school ELA preferred
Strong knowledge of adolescent literacy and effective instructional practices
Excellent communication, organization, and classroom management skills
Commitment to the mission of Catholic education; practicing Catholic preferred but not required
Why Queen of Angels School
Queen of Angels School offers a welcoming, faith-centered environment where educators are valued as professionals and partners in student growth. We are dedicated to forming students who are articulate, thoughtful, and prepared for high school and beyond.