Catholic Substitute Teacher
About The Position
Regina Caeli Academy is seeking a part-time Substitute Teacher for a classical and Catholic classroom in Lemont, Illinois, near Chicago. The role is on an as-needed basis for the 2026–2027 academic year and may involve up to 14 hours per week. Regina Caeli Academy is a national classical homeschool academy in the Catholic tradition, providing instruction in a formal Socratic classroom setting on Mondays and Thursdays. No teaching certification or formal teaching experience is required. Curriculum and grading guidelines are provided, and tutors receive training in instruction and classroom management according to RCA standards. The position is hourly, and childcare/nursery is provided. Center hours during the academic year are Mondays and Thursdays, 8:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. No additional vacation days are given; accommodations are made for sick days as needed. Applicants must complete a background check and RCA Safe Child training before teaching.
Requirements
- Must be able to sign an Oath of Fidelity to the Catholic Church and have a deep love for the Catholic faith.
- Must be living the Catholic faith day-to-day, including having received all sacraments appropriate to their state in life.
- Strong communication skills, good organization, and timeliness.
- A traditional view of the student/teacher relationship.
- Must complete a clear background check and RCA Safe Child training before teaching.
- Must be available for the academy's Monday and Thursday schedule as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Experience homeschooling or working with homeschool 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 in a classical and Catholic classroom on an as-needed basis.
- Provide instruction and classroom management according to Regina Caeli Academy standards.
- Follow the provided curriculum and grading guidelines.
Benefits
- Childcare/nursery is provided.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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