Kindergarten Teacher

Position: 26-27 Full Time Kindergarten Teacher
Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching

Date Posted:
6/1/2026

Location:
Cathedral of St. Raymond Nonnatus Catholic School
Diocese of Joliet Catholic Schools
26-27 Full Time Kindergarten Teacher
Full-time Benefits Eligible
Cathedral of St. Raymond School, Joliet
Position Available:
August 2027

Kindergarten Teaching Position
St. Raymond School in Joliet, IL is seeking candidates for a self-contained kindergarten teacher for the  school year. Ideal candidates should have a love for God's children, foster critical and deep thinking within their teaching, and demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous growth and learning as an educator. Candidates should also understand the vital role that play-based learning and hands-on exploration have in early childhood development, recognizing that purposeful play nurtures creativity, curiosity, social-emotional growth, problem-solving, and a lifelong love of learning.

Position Purpose
The teacher is considered a ministerial employee by their role working in a Catholic School and agree to work diligently to support and strengthen the Catholic Church and its value system. By word and example, Catholic school employees support all the official religious teachings of the Catholic Church throughout their personal and professional lives. Teachers agree to play a substantial role in conveying the Catholic Church's message and carrying out its mission.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The teacher will:

Observe strictly the Code of Professional Ethics

Instruct children in assigned subjects, direct and guide students learning throughout the day and adjust instructional level to meet individual student needs

Incorporate purposeful play-based learning experiences that foster creativity, problem-solving, collaboration, communication, and social-emotional growth.

Be present when classes are scheduled to begin and do not leave the classroom during class periods except for emergency purposes

Prepare weekly lesson plans aligned to Common Core Standards/Diocese of Joliet Catholic Standards which will include the daily learning targets, activities, and frequent and high-level assessments

Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning and modifies instructional methods to fit the individual student's needs, including students with special needs.

Regularly provide feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations and goals.

Integrate technology into the curriculum through instructional strategies

Teach and act in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings of the Catholic Church

Join with the other staff members in supervising the children and maintaining discipline on the premises before, during and after school

Practice and promote positive interaction with and among students

Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to attain a high achieving, high thinking learning atmosphere

Build and maintain a vibrant school culture centered on joy, respect and love

Value parents as important partners in the work of the school by maintaining frequent contact and inviting them in various ways to engage in their child's schooling

Communicate professionally with all constituents including (but not limited to): school administration, pastor, parish priests, colleagues, students, parents and prospective parents

Analyze student data and teach small groups based on data

Input daily attendance, weekly academic and behavioral data into the school data management system (FACTS)

Conduct Parent/Teacher/Student conferences two times per year and communicate regularly with families about academic and social concerns

Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the success of our school mission

Participate in all faculty meetings and prescribed in-service training opportunities

Attend teacher institutes as stipulated by the school and the Catholic Schools Office

Complete Catholic Identity Formation Training and other required professional development from the Diocese of Joliet

Bring a willingness to learn and grow with other members of the school community through active participation during these professional meetings

Serve on committees and engage in project work outside of classroom time

Assume responsibility for the care of materials, equipment, and facilities

Maintain professional status through dress and communication

Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding school personnel, students and general school matters

Perform other related tasks as assigned by the principal or pastor

Education and Experience

• Candidates must hold a current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or a valid out of state certificate from a state with which Illinois has reciprocity. Also, the candidate may be enrolled in an accredited program working toward professional licensure.
• Holds a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or a related discipline that is applicable to the teaching assignment.
• Practicing Catholic preferred but is required to…