One Year Maternity Leave Teacher

Middle School Social Studies Grade 8 and Grade 4 Teacher

August-November

Join our Grade 8 team, guiding students through Social Studies units using critical thinking, civic engagement, and rich historical inquiry during an exciting start-of-year curriculum.

 

November–June
Transition into a Grade 4 self-contained classroom, where you'll become a part of a vibrant learning community—teaching all subjects and fostering curiosity, creativity, and confidence in our younger learners.

Other duties as assigned.

Educators at The Frances Xavier Warde School (FXW) are hired with the invitation and encouragement to be life-long learners. FXW will employ faculty who enjoy teaching, who are progressive and innovative in their craft, who love working with students, who are great colleagues, and who truly find joy in their profession.  We expect that an FXW faculty member possesses the necessary knowledge, teaching skills, character, and commitment to be productive members of the FXW community.  Additionally, the FXW teacher will adhere to the unique Catholic mission and interfaith values of FXW School.

Middle School Social Studies Program Description

At the Frances Xavier Warde School (FXW), our 8th grade social studies program provides students with a rigorous curriculum.   Our inquiry-based learning approach engages students in investigations that build knowledge in History, Civics, Geography, and Economics.  Researched-based practices and curricular materials provide culturally responsive instruction.  Teaching strategies support student voice and choice to connect with their interests and experiences. 

Middle School Social Studies Primary Functions

Overall, each teacher is responsible for educating the whole child by providing a quality learning experience to all students.  Each middle school teacher is a homeroom teacher and an advisor for one section of students.  As FXW is a faith-based school, all teachers may have the responsibility for teaching a section of religion (with materials provided).  Middle school teachers serve a grade level and are a member of a grade-level team.

 

Grade 4 Self-Contained Teacher Program Description
At The Frances Xavier Warde School (FXW), our grade 4 program provides students with a rigorous curriculum. We particularly work to build a strong foundation in core content areas before students move on to a departmentalized setting in Grades 5-8.  In addition, the grade 4 classroom teacher uses a student-centered, social, and emotional learning approach. This is comprised of a set of research and evidence-based practices designed to create a safe, joyful, and engaging classroom community. 

 

Grade 4 Teacher Primary Function 
At the Frances Xavier Warde School (FXW), our program provides students with a rigorous curriculum.  This teacher provides instruction for one group of students (not to exceed 24 students) in a self-contained environment in the areas of literacy, math, and social studies.  As FXW is a faith-based school, all teachers may have the responsibility for teaching a section of religion (with materials provided).

 

Qualifications and Requirements  

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in education.
• A valid, issued State of Illinois teaching certificate is preferred.
• A master’s degree in a curriculum area is preferred.

Compliance

Although FXW is an Independent Catholic School, all faculty and staff comply with the Archdiocese of Chicago’s Protecting God’s Children Requirements. 

Physical Requirements

Standing and Movement:

• Middle school teachers frequently stand for extended periods while teaching, and they need to be able to walk around the classroom and maneuver in tight spaces.

Clear Communication:

• Teachers must be able to speak clearly and project their voice to be heard by students, as well as understand the speech of others. 

Physical Stamina:

• The job can be physically demanding, requiring teachers to stay active and engaged throughout the day. 

 

Work Environment

 

High Social Interaction:

• Middle school teachers have a high level of social interaction with students, parents, and other staff members. 

 

Classroom Management:

• They must be able to manage diverse student behaviors and create a positive learning environment. 

 

Communication:

• Teachers communicate regularly with students, parents, and colleagues via phone, email, in-person meetings, and written correspondence. 

Collaboration:

• Teachers work as part of a team with other educators and staff members. 

 

Physical Environment:

• Teachers work indoors in classrooms but may also work outdoors for physical education or sports activities. 

 

Travel Requirements:

• Local travel between campuses, as necessary, to fulfill student curriculum and/or program requirements.

 

Compensation and Benefits

Expected compensation for this role includes a salary within the range of $45,000.00 - $50,000.00.

Benefits include but are not limited to:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Disability
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Basic Life & AD&D
  • Voluntary Life & AD&D
• Voluntary Benefits
• Financial Wellness
  • FSA
  • Commuter Benefits
  • 403B Retirement Savings
• Wellbeing & Balance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Mental Health Resources

Non-Discrimination Policy                                                                                                                                               

It is The Frances Xavier Warde School’s goal to attract, recruit and retain exceptional faculty and staff that are inspiring, diverse and committed to the school’s mission. We support our teachers and staff by welcoming them into an environment that encourages them to excel and by maintaining a rich benefits package that helps them to flourish and grow personally and professionally.

FXW will not engage in discrimination or harassment against any person because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders, and regulations. This nondiscrimination policy applies to student admissions and employment.

We invite you to become a part of our community and FXW makes a deliberate effort to employ faculty and staff of diverse races, ethnicities, and backgrounds. No phone calls please.

Mission Statement

The Frances Xavier Warde School is a Catholic elementary school in downtown Chicago that provides an excellent academic, values-oriented education to students of all ethnic, religious, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds in a child-centered urban environment. As a keystone of its diverse community, The Frances Xavier Warde School provides need-based scholarships to thirty percent of its students.

 

The Frances Xavier Warde School partners with its families, nurtures faith development for its Catholic students, and engages all its students to learn about and respect other faith traditions. The Frances Xavier Warde School uses a rigorous curriculum that enables students to grow, clarify their values, and develop decision-making skills and a sense of responsibility for themselves and the world they will inherit.