Second Grade Teacher - Saint Paul Cross - Park Ridge

Position: Second Grade Teacher - Saint Paul of the Cross - Park Ridge
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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.

Saint Paul of the Cross Catholic School, a national parish school in the Archdiocese of Chicago, seeks a qualified and mission-driven Grade 2 teacher to support the intellectual, spiritual, social, and emotional growth of students. The teacher will be responsible for delivering rigorous, standards-based instruction while integrating Catholic identity and values throughout the curriculum.

The Grade 2 teacher plays a significant role in supporting students during a sacramental year and collaborates with colleagues, families, and parish leadership to fulfill the mission of Catholic education.

Highlights of the Position:

• Commitment to the mission and vision of Catholic education within the Archdiocese of Chicago
• Instructional responsibilities during a sacramental year, including support of students preparing for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist
• Implementation of Archdiocesan curriculum standards and school-based instructional practices
• Collaboration with administrators, colleagues, and support staff to meet the academic and developmental needs of all learners
• Partnership with parents as primary educators in the faith
• Participation in school liturgies, prayer services, faith formation, and parish events

Special Considerations:

• Practicing Catholic preferred.
• All candidates must be willing to support and model the teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Successful completion of Archdiocese of Chicago requirements, including Virtus certification and compliance with all safe environment policies.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational

Skills Required:

• Ability to differentiate instruction and work collaboratively with inclusion and learning support services.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to Archdiocesan and school policies.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

As a professional educator in a Catholic school, the Teacher will:

• teach and act in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings of the Catholic Church
• act as a role model for the religious formation of students and as a representative of the Archbishop of Chicago and the Catholic Church in the performance of the Church's ministry
• 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 (regardless of grade/subject area or personal faith tradition)
• 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/parish at all school/parish events (including extracurricular activities) and in the general…