Job Description

Seeking positive, collaborative teachers and aspiring teachers to share in the mission of providing a values-based education for children in Chicago and Northwest Indiana.

Experienced teachers, new teachers, and those interested in education are all encouraged to apply.

Benefits of working in Big Shoulders Fund network schools - include, but are not limited to:

Teacher bonuses

for high-impact teaching roles, graduates of university graduates, and more Access to

special benefits with university and program partners

including Loyola University, DePaul University, Saint Xavier University, and others Receive

tuition assistance

for higher education degrees and licensure Receive

personalized support

as an early career teacher, experienced teacher, or leader Opportunities for

peer networking

and

career growth opportunities

Join a growing, impactful network of 92 schools

across Chicago and Northwest Indiana

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree Professional Educator License (preferred) Experience working with students or youth (required)

Position Overview + Essential Job Functions

Demonstrate passion and skill for working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds. Manage student behavior by establishing a strong classroom culture that integrates safe and equitable structures and routines to create a positive and nurturing environment. Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active, differentiated. Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the instructional environment and work towards common school goals. Observe and evaluate student performance and development through formative and summative assessments. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Communicate regularly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues and principal Attend required faculty and staff meetings Participate in professional development programs required by the Archdiocese of Chicago and/or the local school/parish

Teachers are hired and employed by the Archdiocese of Chicago. Teachers receive a variety of dynamic support from Big Shoulders Fund.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization and the students/schools it serves.

The following documentation is required to be uploaded/submitted with the application for employment to be considered for teacher opportunities and to determine compensation.

Transcripts Resume Teaching Licensure (PEL), if applicable/obtained Professional references
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37,300.00 - $67,500.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance
Schedule:

8 hour shift
Education:

Bachelor's (Required)
Ability to Commute:

Chicago, IL 60612 (Required)
Work Location: In person