2nd Grade Teacher- St. Damian School - Oak Forest

The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students in over 150 elementary and high schools across Cook and Lake counties. It is one of the largest private school systems in the United States, and its schools have earned 96 Blue Ribbon awards from the U.S. Department of Education over the past decade.

The Teacher is a qualified professional educator licensed in Illinois, who meets the requirements to teach in a Catholic school in the Archdiocese of Chicago. The Teacher acts as a representative of the Catholic Church, serving as a role model and communicator of the Church’s message to the students entrusted to the school’s care. The Teacher is hired by and reports directly to the principal, aligns with the Archdiocese’s educational policies and local school procedures, and cooperates with staff to create a Catholic educational environment.

• Teach and act in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings of the Church.
• Serve as a role model for the religious formation of students and represent the Archbishop of Chicago in the performance of the Church’s ministry.
• Adhere consistently to the religious and educational mission, philosophy, objectives, and policies 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 professional development programs required by the Archdiocese or the local school/parish.
• Perform teaching duties assigned by the principal.
• Attend required faculty and staff meetings.
• Cooperate with the principal and staff in school-related meetings, activities, and projects.
• Maintain accurate student attendance and academic records.
• Maintain a safe, orderly, and secure learning 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 additional tasks essential to the function of 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.

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive compensation and benefit programs. This position has a salary range of $38,527–$68,776 for a lay employee and $35,686–$62,316 for a religious employee. Pay within these ranges is based on education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.