Resource Teacher - St. Edward School

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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.

The Teacher is a qualified professional educator who meets the requirements to teach in a Catholic school in the Archdiocese of Chicago. As a teacher in a Catholic school, the Teacher acts as a representative of the Catholic Church to the students, both as a role model and through the various tasks, actions and other responsibilities assigned to the Teacher. The Teacher is a ministerial employee because of the Teacher’s role as both a representative of the Church and as a communicator of the Church’s message to the children entrusted to the Church’s care.

The Teacher is hired by and is directly accountable to the principal. The Teacher agrees to abide by the educational policies and procedures of the Archdiocese of Chicago and the Office of Catholic Schools as well as comply with the educational policies and procedures of the local school. The Teacher cooperates with the principal and staff in providing an educational environment that promotes the ministry of Catholic education.

The Teacher is a representative of the Archbishop of Chicago, effectuating his ministry of Catholic education and the religious teachings and doctrine of the Catholic Church at the level of the local school.

St. Edward School is a vibrant Catholic elementary school dedicated to nurturing the spiritual, academic, emotional, and physical development of every child in a Christ-centered environment. We strive to foster an inclusive learning community where all students are supported to achieve their full potential.

• We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and qualified Resource Teacher for the remainder of the 2026–2027 school year to provide targeted academic support for students in Grades K–8 who have Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Working closely with our Student Services Coordinator, homeroom teachers, and school leadership, the Resource Teacher will implement individualized instruction and accommodations aligned with students' IEP goals.
• Support will be provided through both one-on-one direct intervention and push-in support within general education classrooms.

• Provide specialized, one-on-one academic instruction tailored to the individual learning needs and IEP goals of K–8 students.
• Deliver push-in support within general education classrooms to assist students in accessing core curriculum alongside their peers.
• Implement evidence-based instructional strategies and interventions across reading, writing, mathematics, and study skills.

• Partner with the Student Services Coordinator and homeroom teachers to track student progress, adapt curricula, and implement classroom accommodations/modifications.
• Assist in monitoring, recording, and reporting student progress toward IEP goals on a regular basis.
• Communicate proactively and effectively with parents and guardians regarding student growth, challenges, and instructional strategies.

• Support and uphold the Catholic mission, values, and traditions of St. Edward School in all professional interactions and instruction.
• Foster a positive, encouraging, and Christ-centered environment that promotes self-worth and academic confidence in every student.

• Maintain clean, organized, and effective learning environments…