7th Grade Homeroom Social Studies & Religion Teacher - St. Walter/St. Benedict School - Blue Island

Archdiocese of Chicago•Chicago, IL

3h•$35,686 - $68,776•Onsite

About The Position

St. Walter-St. Benedict School is seeking a faith-filled, dynamic educator to serve as our 7th Grade Homeroom, Jr. High Social Studies, and 7th/8th Grade Religion Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Located on Chicago's South Side, STWSTB is a growing Catholic school community committed to academic excellence, faith formation, and the development of the whole child. Beginning in the 2026-2027 school year, all students will learn together on our newly unified campus, creating exciting opportunities for collaboration and community building. The ideal candidate will foster a positive classroom culture, integrate Catholic values into daily instruction, and inspire students to become critical thinkers, lifelong learners, and compassionate leaders. Candidates should demonstrate strong classroom management skills, a commitment to student success, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and families.

Requirements

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)
Must have 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 (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.
Perform specific tasks essential to the function of the position as assigned by the principal.