Junior High Reading Teacher - St. Celestine School - Elmwood Park

Archdiocese of Chicago • Elmwood Park, IL

11h • Onsite

About The Position

A Catholic school in the Chicago area is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Junior High Reading Teacher to join our faculty. This position includes responsibility for a 7th grade homeroom and teaching reading/language arts to students in grades 6, 7, and 8. The ideal candidate will foster a love of reading, support student growth across a range of abilities, and contribute positively to a faith-filled school community. The successful candidate will demonstrate familiarity with current reading standards and best instructional practices, including differentiated instruction and strategies to support both developing and advanced readers. Responsibilities include planning engaging lessons, assessing student progress, collaborating with colleagues, and communicating effectively with parents. A commitment to nurturing students academically, socially, and spiritually in alignment with Catholic values is essential. We offer a supportive, collaborative environment focused on student success and faith development. This is for the 2026 - 2027 school year.

Requirements

• Must meet compliance with safe environment requirements.
• Must hold Bachelor’s degree.
• Must complete Catholic identity formation training.
• Transcripts
• Resume
• Teaching Licensure (PEL), if applicable/obtained
• Acceptance in alternative licensure program, if applicable
• Professional references

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.
• The principal assigns specific tasks essential to the function of the position.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Benefit programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees