Art History, Latin, Literature - Classical High School

Job Description

Join a Joyfully Catholic, Classical High School Forming Saints and Scholars.

We are expanding as we enter our 11th school year, and we are now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 academic year! We are looking for passionate and talented educators to join our dynamic faculty in the following subject areas:
• Humanities, Math, Science & Art History (part-time position - could be full time with another subject)

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Liberal Arts, History, Literature, Languages, Mathematics, or Science
• New graduates with a deep love for Catholic classical education are encouraged to apply
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Passionate about teaching subject matter; patient and kind with students
• Committed to embracing the school's mission and vision and fostering a joyful atmosphere
• Eagerness to participate fully in the life of the school, including daily Mass, the House system, and community events

Special Qualities & Characteristics
• Passionate about the mission of Chesterton Academy and its three pillars: spiritual, intellectual, and virtue formation
• Deep appreciation for the Catholic faith and a commitment to the teachings of the Church
• Practicing Catholic willing to take an Oath of Fidelity to the Magisterium of the Roman Catholic Church
• Strong initiative and desire to work in a highly collaborative environment
• Excellent rapport with parents, students, and fellow staff members

Responsibilities
• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons to students
• Assess, record, and maintain student progress using the school's online grading system
• Provide written assessments, reports, and references for individual students
• Collaborate with the Department Chair, Dean of Curriculum & Instruction, Head of School, and fellow teachers on curriculum development, teaching materials, and assessment methods
• Follow the Chesterton Academy course curriculum with fidelity
• Participate in school in-service education and professional development sessions
• Attend staff meetings, group meetings, and other school-related gatherings
• Supervise students outside the classroom, including during lunch, at after-school events, and on school retreats

Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Generous paid time off, including approximately 26 PTO days for school holidays
• Paid sick leave included in PTO policy
• Annual professional development opportunity at the Chesterton Schools Network Summit Conference
• Additional stipends available for coaching and extracurricular responsibilities

If you feel called to teach truth, goodness, and beauty, we invite you to apply today and join a school dedicated to forming joyful leaders, faithful Catholics, and thoughtful scholars.

Apply online at: www.chestertonacademyoftheholyfamily.com/careers

Candidates should use the application form to indicate any sports, clubs, or extracurricular activities they are qualified to coach, supervise, or organize.

This is more than a job-it's a vocation. Chesterton Academy of The Holy Family is a religious 501(c)3.

About the Employer

Chesterton Academy of The Holy Family is a joyful, vibrant Catholic high school in Lisle, Illinois-a suburb of Chicago near Naperville. A member of the Chesterton Schools Network, we are entering our 11th academic year in 2025-2026. Rooted in the Catholic tradition, we offer a classical liberal arts education that forms students in intellectual, spiritual, and virtue formation. Embracing truth, goodness, and beauty, we foster a rich incarnational environment with daily Mass, strong academics, and a culture of joy and friendship. Affiliated with the Diocese of Joliet, Illinois.