Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Physical Education

Date Posted:
7/23/2021

Location:
44110 - Sacred Heart School, Winnetka

Date Available:
08/01.2021

Teaching in one of the Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic Elementary Schools is a rewarding experience for anyone who believes in the power of education and the strength of faith. As one of the largest private school systems in the nation with approximately 200 schools across Cook and Lake Counties, 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.

The elementary school teacher is directly accountable to the principal, the Office of Catholic Schools and the local school. The teacher cooperates with the principal and staff in providing an educational environment that promotes the ministry of Catholic education.

The Archdiocese of Chicago complies with all laws concerning nondiscrimination in employment. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, unfavorable discharge from military service, arrest record, or mental or physical handicap unrelated to ability to perform the duties of the position. It is our policy to offer reasonable accommodations for the special needs of otherwise handicapped individuals. We seek innovators, collaborators and problem-solvers who believe that socio-economic status should not determine access to or achievement in this global economy. Minorities are encouraged to apply.

P.E. Teacher (PreK - 8th Grade)

Sacred Heart is a small, loving Blue Ribbon School with an amazing community. A well qualified candiate could also perform the duties of Athletic Director which inclreases the compensation.

Teaching physical education in our catholic schools is both rewarding and rigorous. A successful candidate will be energetic, communicative, patient, and dedicated to the continued growth of their students. A P.E. teacher should be able to motivate each student to cultivate physical fitness, good hygienic habits, and good social and emotional development. A P.E. teacher should be able to help each student achieve fitness with their own ability. Teachers should have the passion to help their students develop strength, skill, agility, poise, and coordination through individual and team activities and sports. Successful P.E. teachers will have knowledge and skill in physical fitness, health education, individual, dual, and team sports. Solid classroom management skills and attention to safety are skills that a strong candidate will have. Our P.E. teachers should challenge our students with compassion and understand each students' talents and limits.

Qualifications:

· Minimum of a bachelor's degree is required

Preferred Qualifications:

· 1 to 3 years teaching experience

· Preference will be given to candidates with an active teaching license

General Responsibilities:

· Teach and act in accordance with the mission of the Catholic faith.

· Communicate regularly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues and principal

· Participate in professional development programs required by the Archdiocese of Chicago and/or the local school and parish

· Perform teaching duties as assigned by the principal, including but not limited to providing remote instruction for students

· 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 environment

· Participate in the annual performance review

· Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding school personnel, students and general school matters

Working Conditions:

· 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.

Application Procedure:

· Transcripts

· Resume /CV

· Cover letter

· Teaching Licensure or acceptance in alternative licensure program

· Professional reference letter/s