Location
Sycamore, Illinois
Salary
$16,000 - $16,000 / YEAR
The teacher is responsible for delivering a Catholic-based curriculum and fostering the spiritual and academic growth of preschool students. Duties include classroom organization, student supervision, and maintaining open communication with parents and administration.
Candidates must hold a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree and be certified or certifiable by the State of Illinois. They must also commit to obtaining religious instruction certification as established by the Rockford Diocese.
1. Witness of Gospel values 2. Enthusiasm for teaching children 3. Mature judgment and professional decorum 4. Flexibility, sense of humor, and independent thinking 5. Tolerance, sensitivity, and understanding toward children and adults. 6. Good physical and mental health 7. Professionalism in attire, communication, demeanor 8. Well-developed verbal and written communication skills The role description of the Catholic school teacher involves the following requirements and responsibilities: 1. Have a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree 2. Be appropriately certified or certifiable by the State of Illinois 3. Maintain proper documentation and complete the recertification process in a timely manner. 4. Meet the requirements for religious instruction as established by the Rockford Diocese within three years of initial employment (Catechist Certification Handbook). Once certified, a teacher is expected to earn 18 clock hours of religious certification training every 3 years. 5. Actively demonstrate initiative, cooperation, accountability, and positive communication with administration and colleagues. 6. Handle confidential and/or official information with discretion. 7. Keep current on educational research by reading catechetical and curriculum journals and books.
1. Share and support the mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives of the school (copies provided by the principal). 2. Teach Catholic values and stories of faith with commitment in the daily curriculum. 3. Develop formal and informal prayer experiences. Cooperatively plan assigned liturgies/prayer services with the religion coordinator and other personnel. 4. Abide by the regulations in the Teacher's Handbook and the Diocesan Education Office.
PARENTS AND STUDENTS 1. Be positive in all personal contact. 2. Inform the principal of any situations that may come to his/her attention. 3. Be prepared for the unexpected, and always give the benefit of the doubt before making judgments or rash statements. 4. Attend general meetings of the parent organization.
Starting at $16,000 - depending on experience and degree
Market context
In Illinois, preschool teacher roles are commonly driven by ongoing demand for early childhood staff in child care centers and school-based programs. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma plus a CDA or an associate’s degree in child development, along with prior child care or classroom experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to highlight hands-on work with young children and any credential or coursework that matches the posting.