1st & 2nd Grade Teacher (Combined Class) - Pope John Paul II Catholic School - Brighton Park

1st & 2nd Grade Teacher (Combined Class) – Pope John Paul II Catholic School – Brighton Park Position available for the 2026-2027 school year. The Teacher will plan and deliver curriculum for combined first and second grade classes and promote Catholic identity formation. General Responsibilities Teach and act in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings Serve as a role model for the religious formation of students and represent 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 the 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 Complete any additional tasks essential to the function of the position as assigned by the principal Requirements and Preferences Practicing Catholic (preferred; required for religion teachers) Must meet compliance with safe environment requirements Must hold a Bachelor’s degree Must have valid state licensure for the grade/subject area (preferred, not required) Must complete Catholic identity formation training Compensation and Benefits Salary range: $38,527–$68,776 for lay employees or $35,686–$62,316 for religious employees The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive compensation and benefit programs Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pope John Paul II Catholic School