Working at Covenant

Covenant Classical School is a top-rated, private, non-denominational Classical Christian school in Naperville, Illinois, known for its joyful, academically rich, and biblically grounded approach to education.

Covenant Classical School is seeking to hire a Full-Time Second Grade teacher.

Full-time employees are eligible for benefits including health insurance (HMO with Blue Cross/Blue Shield), dental and vision insurance, and participation in a 401(k) retirement program with employer match.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will have a resonance with our classical and Christian philosophy of education, a teachable spirit, a readiness to work hard and collaborate with others, and a love for Christ and students.

We value teachers who are able and willing to implement the best practices of classical, Christian schooling, including direct instruction and deeper level questioning, while preparing engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons and managing the classroom in a way that builds a community of grace. We want teachers who are passionate about educating and model the joy and humility we seek to cultivate among our students.

Preference is always given to licensed teachers with experience in a classical school, but we are also always willing to train the right candidates in classical philosophy and pedagogy, provided that the candidate’s educational background, professional experience, and personal convictions resonate with our distinctive approach.

This is a full-time position.

• A vibrant Christian faith
• A Bachelor's Degree or higher in education or a related field
• A resonance with Covenant’s mission, philosophy of education, and organizational culture
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• The ability to collaborate successfully with faculty and staff
• Effective interpersonal skills including the ability to interface with the extended school community with grace, sensitivity, and flexibility
• Refined organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize competing demands
• Initiative and attention to detail
• A love for his/her subject matter and students
• A commitment to a lifestyle of learning
• Previous teaching experience