English Teacher

Job Title: High School Teacher, English

Department:   Academics            

Classification:  Exempt

Reports to:    Principal              

Schedule:      10.5 Months

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, a Jesuit, college-preparatory, co-educational school for grades 9-12 

seeks an English teacher. The successful candidate will have a commitment to Catholic education and a willingness to work with a population of diverse learners. The successful Cristo Rey teacher is dedicated to developing the whole person in academics, religious growth, and commitment to others.

The candidate will be responsible for teaching five sections within the English department, 

subjects commensurate with experience and staffing needs.

Qualifications

•  Minimum of a BA degree in subject area; MA preferred.

•  Illinois Professional Educator License preferred (non-licensed applicants must become 

certified within five years).

•  Successful teaching experience at the secondary level.

•  Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; familiarity with the goals, 

objectives, and mission of Cristo Rey Jesuit High School; the ability to respond effectively to the 

needs of students.

Competencies

•  Understanding of educational theory and practice.

•  Ability to use technology inside and outside the classroom.

•  Commitment to working with a diverse student body.

•  Familiarity with Spanish language and first-generation students preferred.

•  Willingness to collaborate with others.

•  Familiarity with current instructional methodologies.

•  Classroom management skills.