Elementary Teacher - St. John Cross- Western Springs

Job Summary

St. John of the Cross School is seeking a caring, passionate, energetic Elementary Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. With over six hundred students, our vibrant community is dedicated to academic excellence, faith formation, and the development of the whole child.

• Teach and act in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings
• Serve as a role model for religious formation and represent the Archbishop of Chicago and the Catholic Church in ministry activities
• Adhere to the religious and educational mission, philosophy, objectives and policies of the Catholic school
• Complete Catholic identity formation training and 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 required professional development programs mandated 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 events, including extracurricular activities, and in the general public
• Carry out specific tasks assigned by the principal that are essential to the function of the position

• Practicing Catholic (preferred, required for religion teachers)
• Compliance with safe environment requirements
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Valid state licensure for the grade/subject area (preferred, not required)
• Completion of Catholic identity formation training

• Transcripts
• Resume
• Teaching Licensure (PEL), if applicable/obtained
• Acceptance in alternative licensure program, if applicable
• Professional references

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs is available.

This position has a salary range of $38,527 – $68,776 for a Lay employee and $35,686 – $62,316 for a Religious employee. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on many factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.