First Grade Teacher - St. Vincent Ferrer School - River Forest

Archdiocese of Chicago•River Forest, IL

2d•$35,686 - $68,776•Onsite

About The Position

St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic School, committed to educating students in the Dominican tradition of study, prayer, service, and community, is seeking passionate educators for the 2026-2027 school year. For over eighty years, our Pre-K through 8th grade school has provided students with a strong academic and faith-based foundation in a warm and welcoming environment. Our diverse student population thrives in safe, spacious facilities that support both curricular and extracurricular opportunities. We are looking for educators excited to become part of the SVF family and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children. Ideal candidates value collaboration, creativity, and relationship-building while fostering a positive and engaging classroom experience. Our school culture emphasizes open communication, teamwork, and mutual respect, ensuring staff members feel supported and appreciated. Teachers are encouraged to bring innovation and enthusiasm into their classrooms while working alongside caring and dedicated colleagues. At SVF, educators become part of a close-knit community that is committed to academic excellence, faith formation, and the success of every student.

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.