Catholic Substitute Teacher

Regina Caeli Academy • Lemont, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Regina Caeli Academy (www.rcahybrid.org) is seeking a part-time Substitute Teacher to teach in a classical and Catholic classroom for up to 14 hours per week in Lemont, IL. This position is on an as-needed basis for the 2026-2027 academic year. While formal teaching certification or experience is not required, applicants must be able to sign an Oath of Fidelity to the Catholic Church and demonstrate a deep love for the Catholic faith. The academy provides curriculum and grading guidelines, and tutors receive training in instruction and classroom management according to RCA standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, good organization, timeliness, a traditional view of the student-teacher relationship, and must be actively living the Catholic faith. All staff undergo a background check and RCA Safe Child training.

Requirements

• Must be able to sign an Oath of Fidelity to the Catholic Church.
• Must have a deep love for the Catholic faith.
• Must be living the Catholic faith day-to-day, including having received all the sacraments appropriate to his or her state in life.
• Must be available to attend one mandatory training day on August 3, 4, or 5, 2026 (TBD) from 8am-5pm.
• Must complete a background check.
• Must complete RCA Safe Child training prior to teaching.

Nice To Haves

• Experience homeschooling or working with homeschool children.
• Experience in ministry in your Catholic parish.
• Experience teaching Religious Education or Catechism classes.
• Experience teaching your own children.
• Experience teaching in a classical or private school.

Responsibilities

• Teach in a classical and Catholic classroom.
• Provide instruction and classroom management according to RCA standards.
• Follow provided curriculum and grading guidelines.

Benefits

• Childcare/nursery is provided.
• No additional vacation days are given (accommodations made for sick days as needed).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed