Primary Grade Lead Teacher - St. Mary of the Angels School - Bucktown

JOB SUMMARY

The Primary Lead Teacher at St. Mary of the Angels School leads efforts to implement the school's educational standards for K-4. Responsibilities include planning engaging lessons, supporting student learning goals, observing and supporting students' growth, and establishing a positive classroom environment.

PRIMARY GRADE LEAD TEACHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and teach engaging lessons that follow the curriculum and support student learning goals.
• Adjust instruction to meet the needs of all learners, including whole group, small group, and individual support.
• Observe and support students' academic and social-emotional growth.
• Monitor student progress and help students build foundational skills in all subject areas.
• Establish a positive, safe, and structured classroom environment with clear expectations.
• Prepare thoughtful lesson plans and daily activities that support student development.
• Use a variety of teaching strategies, including hands-on activities, modeling, and guided discussions.
• Incorporate classroom materials, books, and learning tools to support student understanding.
• Collaborate with school leadership and team members to support a strong Early Childhood/Primary program.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with students, colleagues, and families through open and consistent communication.

GENERAL 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

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

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