6410 South Dante Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637
Phone: 773-324-1020 Fax: 773-359-0506
Background
Mount Carmel High School (MCHS), founded in 1900 under the leadership of the Carmelites, is Chicago’s premier college preparatory school for young men. It is located just south of the Museum of Science and Industry, the University of Chicago, and future Obama Presidential Center. Mount Carmel’s diverse student body represents students from over 220 grade schools and 100 different zip codes across Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana; it is considered one of the best Catholic high schools in Illinois.
Mount Carmel’s mission of “Building Character for a Lifetime” educates young men spiritually, intellectually, socially, and morally, and enables students to progress in these areas according to their abilities, producing a reflective critical-thinking adults.
Position Details - All Open Teaching Positions
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Class Load
Teaching full time at Mount Carmel consists of 5 classes and all teachers are strongly encouraged to moderate/co-moderate a club or activity. -
Job Qualifications
Candidates must possess the following:- Degree in secondary education (or will obtain by July 1, 2025)
- Valid teaching license (or will obtain by July 1, 2025)
Illinois certification preferred, but not required.- Virtus Training Certification (or completed within the first 90 days of employment at Mount Carmel).
- Submit to a Illinois State Background Check with fingerprinting
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Job Requirements
Provide a positive environment that encourages students to be engaged in the learning process, including active and responsible use of technology. Implements instructional techniques that contribute to an atmosphere where our young men are engaged in meaningful learning experiences. Identifies, selects, and modifies instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs. Uses and analyzes available data to drive instructional practices. Maintains effective, efficient, and timely grading procedures. Establishes and maintains cooperative and professional working relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, including the Principal, Department Chair, Campus Ministry, etc. Strong candidates will also be able to fit in with two ongoing initiatives at Mount Carmel: 1:1 learning and cross-curricular instruction. -
Job Description
Faculty at Mount Carmel High School are blessed to teach some of the most hardworking, respectful, and passionate young men from Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and Northwest Indiana. Each young man comes from a dedicated, supportive and involved family. Faculty at Mount Carmel must contribute to a collaborative environment that is driven by dedicated administration. Our teachers are responsible for providing an educational environment where young men have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for growth that opens up the potential to become faithful Men of Carmel, through highly effective teaching practices that incorporate technology into the curriculum. Our faculty are responsible for promoting student achievement and academic success at every turn. Faithful, caring, and dedicated faculty are desired to continue to uphold our mission of teaching our Catholic Carmelite values and principles, while pushing our students to become service-driven leaders.
Openings: 2025-2026
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Administration
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English
Mount Carmel offers the following:- English I (at three levels)
- English II (at three levels)
- English III (at two levels)
- English IV (at two levels)
- Reading and Language Skills
- 21st Century Media (at two levels)
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Fine Arts / Performing Arts / Music
Mount Carmel offers the following:- Art Studio I
- Band - Wind Instruments
- Documentary Films
- Filmmaking
- Advanced Art
- Architecture
- Art Studio II
- Concert Band
- Drumline
- Film Genres
- Graphic Design
- Guitar I
- Guitar II
- Introduction to Art
- Music Industry
- Painting and Drawing
- Photography
- Sculpture
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Mathematics
Mount Carmel offers the following:- Algebra I (at three levels)
- Geometry (at three levels)
- Algebra II (at three levels)
- Algebra III
- Pre-Calculus (at two levels)
- Calculus (at two levels)
- Statistics (at the AP level)
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Physical Education
Mount Carmel offers the following:- Fitness
- Health
- Physical Education I
- Physical Education II
- Sports Medicine
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Resource
Mount Carmel offers the McDermott-Doyle resource program to meet the needs of students with mild learning disabilities/differences who have the potential and desire to succeed at the college level. The program is staffed by full time teachers. -
Science
Mount Carmel offers the following:- Biology (at three levels)
- Chemistry (at three levels)
- Physics (at three levels)
- Environmental Science (at two levels)
- Exercise Science
- Forensic Science
- Life Science
- Anatomy (at two levels)
- Mechanics (at the AP level)
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Social Studies
Mount Carmel offers the following:- World History (at three levels)
- US Government (at two levels)
- US History
- US Comparative Governments
- Introduction to Business
- Economics (at the AP level)
- Psychology (at the AP level)
- INCubator/ACCelerator Business Classes
- 20th Century Conflicts
- Sports Management
- African American History
- Chicago History
- Sports History
- History of Modern Ireland
- Accounting
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Technology
Mount Carmel offers the following:- Computer Science
- Video Media
- Coding and Game Design
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Theology
Mount Carmel offers the following:- Theology I
- TheologyII
- Theology III
- Theology IV
- Philosophy
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World Languages
Mount Carmel offers the following languages:- Latin (Honors and AP)
- Madarin (Honors)
- Spanish (Excel, Honors and AP)
Employee Benefits
Mount Carmel High School is committed to the health and well-being of its employees and is proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.
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Benefits Package Details
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Coverage
- Life and AD&D Coverage
- 403(b) with Matching Contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short Term Disability
- Employee Assistance ProgramVoluntary Life Insurance
- Direct Deposit
- Paid Leave, Sick, and Holiday Time
- Employee Tuition Discount
- Long Term Disability
- Commuter Benefits
Mount Carmel High School is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants for all positions equally without regard to their race, sex, age, color, national origin or disability in accordance with applicable laws. Mount Carmel High School conducts background checks as part of the pre-employment process. Applicants will be directed to complete such background checks upon request.
