2nd Grade Teacher -Saint Mary School - Buffalo Grove
About The Position
Saint Mary School, a Catholic school in the Archdiocese of Chicago, is seeking a full-time 2nd Grade Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The school has a tradition of providing excellent academic experiences and religious formation since 1855. The ideal candidate will support the values of Catholic education, focus on educating the whole child (intellectually, physically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually), love working with children, and always strive to do what is best for students. Collaboration, teamwork, and a dedication to lifelong learning and professional growth are essential qualities for candidates. The teacher acts as a representative of the Catholic Church and the Archbishop of Chicago, embodying Catholic teachings and serving as a role model for students. This is a ministerial position accountable to the principal, requiring adherence to the policies of the Archdiocese of Chicago and the local school.
Requirements
- Ability to establish a positive relationship and communicate with students, families, and staff.
- Demonstrates a commitment to life-long learning.
- Ability to plan and implement engaging, student-centered lessons.
- Excellent classroom management that creates a positive, respectful environment that promotes learning.
- Ability to effectively assess student learning, growth, and progress through various assessments.
- Collaborate with the other faculty to promote student success.
- Must meet compliance with safe environment requirements.
- Must hold Bachelor’s degree.
- Must complete Catholic identity formation training.
Nice To Haves
- Practicing Catholic (preferred, required for religion teachers)
- Valid state licensure for the grade/subject area (preferred, not required)
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.
- 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.
- Perform specific tasks essential to the function of the position as assigned by the principal.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Benefit programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
