1st Grade Teacher

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching

Date Posted:
4/21/2026

Location:
Costa Catholic Academy (Galesburg)

Date Available:
08/01/2026

Closing Date:
Until filled
Elementary Classroom Teacher

Teaching in one of the Diocese of Peoria's Catholic Schools is a rewarding experience for anyone who believes in the power of education and the strength of faith. We are not just committed to our students' success, but also your professional and spiritual success. With a wide range of positions and school locations, we offer our teachers the flexibility and resources they need to succeed at our award-winning schools.


In joining our community of dedicated educators, we are seeking faith-filled teachers who wholeheartedly embrace the mission of nurturing both academic excellence and spiritual growth. As stewards of knowledge and discipleship, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the hearts and minds of our students. We believe that education extends beyond textbooks, and we are looking for individuals who are committed to fostering a dynamic learning environment rooted in the values of our faith. Your role as a teacher here is not just a job; it's a calling to inspire and guide the next generation, helping them develop a strong foundation of both knowledge and faith. If you are passionate about education, devoted to your faith, and ready to contribute to the growth of disciples within our vibrant community, we welcome you to explore the fulfilling opportunities awaiting you in our schools.


Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.


Essential Performance Responsibilities

1. Promotes a classroom environment that is faith-filled, safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
2. Administers the classroom and its programs and instructs using daily lesson plans.
3. Implements a curriculum aligned with diocesan philosophy and direction.
4. Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
5. Directs and evaluates the learning experience of students in accordance with diocesan goals and policies.
6. Cooperates with the building principal and special education department concerning students suspected to be in need of additional services.
7. Maintains adequate, timely, and careful records as required, including but not limited to, assessments, grades, reports, discipline, and atypical situations that may arise in the classroom or with a student.
8. Develops and implements curriculum for assigned courses and recommends needed curriculum revisions to the building principal.
9. Plans a program of study, employing a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
10. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
11. Provides a support system for students.
12. Implements the discipline plan in accordance with diocesan policy.
13. Implements pupil testing and assessment and maintains records as required by diocesan policy.
14. Maintains student confidentiality.
15. Creates accurate and timely progress reports of student achievement for parents.
16. Provides for the care of school property, equipment, and materials and reports and damage, issues, or problems to the building principal.
17. Submits request for supplies and equipment to the building principal or designee.
18. Participates in school activities.
19. Works with parents to foster and maintain a positive, cooperative relationship.
20. Cooperates with parent groups to promote and maintain programs that serve students and the school.
21. Works with grade-level teachers to implement cooperative teaching efforts.
22. Works with all special area teachers as deemed appropriate and necessary.
23. Works with special services personnel of the school as deemed appropriate and necessary.
24. Maintains standards of performance as contained in the diocesan evaluation procedure.
25. Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules.
26. Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
27. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects to communicate these objectives to students.
28. Remains available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day, such as parent teacher conferences.
29. Supervises field trips, recess, and other activities as requested.
30. Performs all other duties reasonably related to position as may be assigned by Building Administrator or Superintendent.

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.


Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.


Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.


Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently move, stand, and lift up to 10 pounds, as well as be able to walk up and down steps several times each day and physically respond quickly in an emergency.


Qualifications

1. Hold an IL Professional Educator License (PEL) for the particular position as required by the State.
2. Minimum of a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university. Master's Degree preferred.
3. Must be knowledgeable of, and willing to promote, the Catholic faith
4. Must be familiar with the use of computers including but not limited to electronic mail, the Internet, Google Classroom, word processing, and electronic spreadsheets (Microsoft Office / Google).
5. Establish and maintain effective and courteous working relationships with those contacted in the course of work (students, parents, and staff).
6. Ability to communicate to students, parents, and staff in an acceptable/courteous manner.
7. Ability to understand instructions, concepts, and underlying principles.
8. Ability to understand meanings of words and ideas associated with them, and to transfer understandings to individuals and groups as necessary.
9. Ability to perform manual functions easily.

Experience
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.

FLSA Status: Exempt