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Independent, Catholic Elementary Schools Serving Chicago's Children Since 1876

Mission Statement

Sacred Heart Schools on Sheridan Road-the Academy of the Sacred Heart for Girls (founded in 1876) and Hardey Preparatory for Boys (founded in 1935)-are independent, Catholic, single-sex elementary schools committed to academic excellence within the context of a Christian community. Sacred Heart Schools welcomes students of all races, religious beliefs and socio-economic backgrounds. This educational mission is deeply rooted in the 200-year tradition of the Society of the Sacred Heart and shared with the Network of Sacred Heart Schools located on every major continent, including 24 schools in the United States and Canada.

Job Openings >> Middle School Substitute Teacher 2018-2019 School Year
Middle School Substitute Teacher 2018-2019 School Year
Summary
Title:Middle School Substitute Teacher 2018-2019 School Year
ID:1058
Department:Middle School
Description

Company Description

Founded in Chicago in 1876, Sacred Heart Schools at Sheridan Road (Hardey Preparatory for Boys and Academy of the Sacred Heart for Girls) are independent, Catholic, single-gender elementary schools committed to academic excellence within the context of a Christian, faith-based community.  The educational mission is deeply rooted in the 200-year tradition of the Society of the Sacred Heart and shared with the Network of Sacred Heart Schools located in 30 countries, including 22 schools in the United States.  The essence of this tradition is the total development of each child: spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional and physical. Our girls and boys are taught in single-gender classrooms, but follow a similar curriculum and share in many activities.  With a total enrollment of approximately 700 students, the schools are organized into three academic divisions each led by a division head. The Middle School includes grades 6-8. 

Job Description

The Middle School Substitute Teacher is directly accountable to the Middle School Division Head. S/he works with the Head, students and faculty members to ensure that the spirit and life of the School reflect the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart education. The fundamental trait of a Sacred Heart educator is a loving and generous spirit. The Middle School Substitute Teacher has responsibility for:

• Having a personal and professional understanding of and commitment to the Schools’ philosophy; the Sacred Heart Goals and Criteria; and to working in a God-centered atmosphere

• Working with the appropriate Division Head to execute responsibilities relating to the academic program: when substitute teaching in a classroom the Substitute Teacher should be following the curriculum developed and put in place by the Faculty member, following the unit plans for the class left by the Lead Teacher, following SHS classroom management plans.

• Maintaining a professional, positive and constructive relationship with colleagues, administrators and staff and understanding that the property of the School is communal

• Actively participating in and supporting the disciplinary guidelines of the School and carrying them out with respect for the integrity of each child

• Attending liturgies, prayer services, assemblies, faculty meetings, grade level meetings, workshops, in-service meetings, Parent/Teacher Conferences and other school functions, as requested

• Understanding the use of unscheduled class time, between 7:45 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., as time for classroom planning, professional development and time given to assist in the overall needs of the School

• Being ready to fill additional duties when asked (i.e., playground supervision, lunchroom supervision, etc.)

• Maintaining communication with the administration and the parents regarding each student’s progress

• Having a working knowledge of the school technology program, laptops, and software necessary to the implementation of the curriculum

• Maintaining clear, accurate, up-to-date classroom records including:

  • Lesson plans
  • Attendance


Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree required

• Degree work in a field of study that coordinates with education

• Teaching experience in middle childhood or Middle School grades preferred 

Additional information

Sacred Heart Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental disability or handicap, veteran status, marital status or any other classification protected by law.

There are certain positions, such as those that teach students religion at Sacred Heart Schools, for which it is necessary to be Catholic, for which preference in hiring shall be given to people who are Catholic and who evidence an understanding of the Catholic faith and a commitment to living that faith. Such preference is allowed under state and federal law, and does not constitute an illegal act of discrimination.

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