Archdiocese of Chicago·Chicago, Illinois
The substitute teacher will monitor students and facilitate lesson plans in the absence of the regular teacher while maintaining a positive and orderly classroom environment. They are responsible for ensuring student safety, enforcing school policies, and documenting attendance and incidents.
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The Archdiocese of Chicago is the third largest diocese in the United States and serves more than 2.2 million Catholics in The Archdiocese, pastored by Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, has more than 15,000 employees across its ministries, including Catholic Charities, the region’s largest nonprofit social service agency. The Archdiocese also has one of the country’s largest seminaries. The Archdiocese’s primary and secondary schools comprise one of the largest U.S. private school systems.
Substitute teaching in one of the Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic Elementary and Middle 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 148 schools across Cook and Lake Counties, we are not just committed to our students’ success, but also your professional and spiritual success.
The substitute teacher will monitor students and their learning in the absence of the regularly scheduled teacher. The substitute will maintain a positive learning environment in the classroom while facilitating lesson plans left by the regularly scheduled teacher. A successful candidate will be one who is able to follow direction, hold students accountable, and is enthusiastic about education and learning.
ICSJ is seeking dependable, caring, and enthusiastic Substitute Teachers to support our faculty when teachers are absent. Substitute teachers may work with students in our Early Childhood program through 8th grade and should be comfortable following teacher lesson plans, maintaining a positive classroom environment, and supporting students throughout the school day. Previous teaching experience preferred.
Implement regularly scheduled teacher’s lesson plans and instructions or consult with principal or other relevant staff if lesson plan is not provided.
Maintain a clean, respectful, and orderly classroom, and follow classroom and school procedures as directed by the school.
Maintain records and draft notes on attendance, pertinent inquiries, and incidents.
Follow and enforce rules, policies, and procedures of both the classroom and the school campus.
Ensure the safety of students.
Working with a diverse student population for all grade-levels
Communicate comfortably (written and orally) with students, parents/guardians, administrators, and others.
Actively support the mission of the school
The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs is available here [https://archchicago-my.sharepoint.com/personal/bfitzgerald_archchicago_org/_layouts/OneNote.aspx?id=%2Fpersonal%2Fbfitzgerald_archchicago_org%2FDocuments%2FBetty%20%40%20Archdiocese%20of%20Chicago&wd=target%28TA%20Opportunities.one%7C6B29C5AA-D788-4841-B9EF-B6EC0632EB87%2FPay%20Transparency%20Paragraph%7C29967BCE-038B-450E-8A02-C2BFD027398B%2F%29%20onenote:https://archchicago-my.sharepoint.com/personal/bfitzgerald_archchicago_org/Documents/Betty%20@%20Archdiocese%20of%20Chicago/TA%20Opportunities.one#Pay%20Transparency%20Paragraph§ion-id={6B29C5AA-D788-4841-B9EF-B6EC0632EB87}&page-id={29967BCE-038B-450E-8A02-C2BFD027398B}&object-id={1FAB1D20-8C6F-4CFE-AB99-A7740F4A9345}&B].
135.00 per day, with PEL $150.00 per day. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on many factors including but not limited to: relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.
Market context
Illinois substitute teacher roles are typically in steady demand because schools need flexible coverage for daily absences and short-term staffing gaps. These openings can be competitive when districts require an Associate’s degree or 60+ credit hours, student experience, and a valid Illinois Substitute Teaching or Paraprofessional license; reimbursement for licensure can help offset that barrier. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your transcript, experience, and license status before applying.
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