2026-2027 Science Teacher (Full-Time; 9-12)

Diocese of Joliet Catholic Schools
2026-2027 Science Teacher (Grades: 9-12)
Full-time Benefit Eligible
Providence Catholic High School, New Lenox, IL
Position Available: 08/2026

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Qualifications:

• Serves as a role model and witness to our faith community.
• Embraces the Augustinian Values of Truth, Unity, and Love.
• Experience and ability teaching general science curriculum.
• Implementation of National Science Standards (NGSS) through an inquiry, lab-based approach.
• Integrates technology in the classroom teaching in a 1 to 1 school.
• Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exhibits strong classroom management and collaboration skills.
• Experience revising curriculum and aligning to Professional Learning Standards.
• Experience with curriculum assessment utilizing a variety of effective strategies. 

Professional Credentials:

• State of Illinois Teaching License (Required)
• High School Science Teaching Endorsement (Required)
• High School Classroom Teaching Experience (Preferred)

Certifications and Requirements (May be completed after hire): 

• DCFS Mandated Reporter Certificate
• Illinois Sexual Harassment Training Certificate
• Diocese of Joliet Protecting God's Children
• Diocese of Joliet Fingerprinting & Background Check
• Work Physical/Statement of Health from Physician

Application Procedure: Apply Online

Salary Range Starting Salary Range: $42,760-$47,763 (Step 1); Based on experience and education

• **Final salary will be determined by relevant teaching experience and relevant education**

Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, paid personal leave days

Physical abilities that are commonly associated with the performance of this job¹
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently be required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, feel with hands, reach with arms, walk up or down multiple flights of stairs, and be physically able to perform duties as assigned, including the ability to lift up to 20-30 pounds if needed.

• Works in standard office and school building environments but also has ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.

To Apply for this Position
Complete an online Diocese of Joliet Catholic Schools Office Frontline Applicant Tracking application. Additionally, the following documentation is required to be uploaded/submitted with your online application to be considered further:

• Current Resume
• Official Transcripts
• Educator Licensure: Current Illinois Professional Educator Licensure (PEL) or is in an accredited educational program working toward obtaining a Professional Educator License (PEL)
• Professional/Clergy References

This may be accessed at the following link:
https://www.applitrack.com/dioceseofjoliet/onlineapp/
 
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Incomplete or paper applications will not be considered. 
We are excited to review your interest in this position!

¹This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list of work-related functions. All duties and work conditions listed are subject to change at the discretion of the Diocese of Joliet Management. The Diocese of Joliet will, in compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA), accommodate essential job functions whenever feasible.