Part Time PE/Junior High Health Teacher - Queen of the Rosary - Elk Grove Village

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. The Teacher is a ministerial employee because of the 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 directly accountable to the principal and agrees to abide by the educational policies and procedures of the Archdiocese of Chicago, the Office of Catholic Schools, and the local school.

About the role

This is a part-time position for the 2026–2027 school year at a small PreK through 8 parish school in Elk Grove Village. The role involves teaching physical education three days a week, with an additional junior high health assignment. Health instruction follows Archdiocesan curriculum standards. The junior high team is close and collaborative. Illinois licensure is preferred, though strong novice teachers with solid classroom management will be considered.

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 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 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 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.
• Complete any specific tasks assigned by the principal essential to the function of the position.

Requirements

• 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 following documentation is required to be uploaded/submitted with the application for employment to determine compensation:

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

Benefits

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about benefit programs is available 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. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.

Schedule

Part-time, three days a week.