5-8 Grade Science (5th Grade Homeroom) Teacher - St. Germaine School - Oak Lawn

About the role

The Archdiocese of Chicago operates 150+ Catholic schools serving over 40,000 students in Cook and Lake counties. St. Germaine is a Blue Ribbon pre-K to 8th Grade School located in Oak Lawn, IL.

Responsibilities

• 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 public

Requirements and Preferences

• Practicing Catholic (preferred, required for religion teachers)
• Must meet compliance with safe environment requirements
• Must hold Bachelor’s degree
• Must have valid state licensure for the grade/subject area (preferred, not required)
• Must complete Catholic identity formation training

Benefits

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. For details on benefits, please visit [here].

Pay

This position has a salary range of $38,527-$68,776 for a Lay employee and $35,686-$62,316 for a Religious employee. Salary will be determined based on relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.