Who We Are:
Visitation Catholic School has served families on Chicago's south side for more than 130 years. We are a tight-knit community grounded in our core values of faith, family, tradition, and excellence. We serve students from Pre-K through 8th-Grade and are looking to expand our Vis family by bringing new Junior High Teachers (teaching 5th - 8th grades) on board.
We are hiring for multiple positions in our Junior High, including Junior High Math (5th - 8th), Junior High ELA (5th - 8th), and Junior High Science/Social Studies (5th - 8th). Please feel free to apply if your credentials fall within any of these categories.
Our school and teachers maintain strong relationships with community partners such as the University of Chicago & Big Shoulders Fund. These organizations help to empower teachers through support for continued education & ample professional development opportunities.
Visitation believes in the importance of supporting students’ social and emotional well-being as well as academic growth. We reach this goal by keeping class sizes small, and ensuring our teachers have access to resources, support, and opportunities to grow professionally & personally.
Who You Are:
The successful candidate will be a collaborative, dedicated individual with the following skills:
- PEL (Illinois)
- Middle School Education/Experience
- Values professional development
- Believes that all students can learn
- Flexible and responsive
- Utilizes and integrates technology
- Possesses strong communication skills and is comfortable discussing student progress
- Maintains a nurturing demeanor while possessing strong classroom management skills
- Holds high academic and behavioral expectations for all students, and models those in his/her actions
- Supportive team player
Preferred Qualifications
- Middle School Math Endorsement
- Math Education Experience
This is a full-time position with excellent benefits, funding for continued education, and generous PTO. In addition, Visitation teachers are eligible for both state & federal student loan forgiveness programs.
Candidates must live locally and be a certified teacher in the state of IL to be considered for this position. Any applicants located outside of the Chicago area should specifically state their intent to relocate or they will not be considered. Visitation Cannot offer sponsorship or assistance with relocation.
Physical Requirements: Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer and laptop, hand-held learning devices, and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Additionally, be able to walk up and down steps several times each day and physically respond quickly in an emergency.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person