Catholic High School Teacher

Regina Caeli Academy•Lemont, IL

6d•$19 - $20

About The Position

Regina Caeli Academy is seeking a part-time Catholic High School Teacher for the 2026–27 academic year at its Chicagoland center near Lemont. The role is approximately 8 hours per week, with classes that may include Algebra, Biology, and Religion. Instruction takes place in a classical and Catholic classroom using a formal Socratic approach on Mondays and Thursdays. The position is hourly, and childcare/nursery is provided. Teaching certification and formal teaching experience are not required; training, curriculum, and grading guidelines are provided. Tutors are trained to teach and manage classrooms according to RCA standards. The teacher must prepare for classes at home and teach in a highly structured environment. Work is scheduled Mondays and Thursdays between 8:45 a.m. and 3:15 p.m., with some work needed at home. Employees must complete a background check and RCA Safe Child training before teaching. Staff must sign an Oath of Fidelity to the Catholic Church and live the Catholic faith day to day, including having received the sacraments appropriate to their state in life. No additional vacation days are provided beyond the listed vacation and holy days, though accommodations are made for sick days as needed.

Requirements

Able to sign an Oath of Fidelity to the Catholic Church and demonstrate a deep love for the Catholic faith.
Living the Catholic faith day to day, including having received the sacraments appropriate to one's state in life.
Strong communication skills, good organization, and timeliness.
A traditional view of the student/teacher relationship.
Willingness to prepare for classes at home.
Must complete a clear background check and RCA Safe Child training before teaching.
Teaching certification and formal teaching experience are not required.

Nice To Haves

Experience homeschooling or working with homeschooled children.
Parish ministry experience.
Experience teaching Religious Education or Catechism classes.
Experience teaching one's own children.
Experience teaching in a classical or private school.

Responsibilities

Teach classes that may include Algebra, Biology, and Religion in a classical and Catholic classroom.
Prepare for classes at home and arrive prepared to teach in a highly structured environment.
Provide instruction and classroom management according to RCA standards.
Follow provided curriculum and grading guidelines.