Position: High School African American and Latinx Studies Teacher
Reports to: Principal, Director of Post-Secondary Success
Catalyst Maria Mission:
Catalyst Schools holistically educate the young people entrusted to its care by a school community committed to teaching minds and touching hearts. We teach our scholars to live a life of leadership, meaning, and purpose, and to build a world that is just and peaceful.
We are committed to these cultural values that shape our identity and form our scholars:
- We show profound reverence for each scholar as a unique person
- We foster respectful relationships and build community
- We have high expectations of ourselves and each other, hold ourselves accountable, and deliver high results
- We treat each other the way we want to be treated
- We promote justice and peace
Catalyst Maria is seeking an engaging Financial Literacy Teacher to prepare students with the real-world knowledge and skills needed for life beyond high school. Rooted in our mission of teaching minds and touching hearts, this role is essential in equipping scholars with the tools to make informed financial decisions, build independence, and achieve long-term success.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction in Financial Literacy, including:
- Budgeting, saving, and money management
- Banking systems and financial institutions
- Credit, loans, and interest
- Taxes, paychecks, and financial planning
- Insurance and risk management
- Consumer awareness and decision-making
- Incorporate real-world applications, simulations, and project-based learning to make content relevant and meaningful.
- Support students in developing financial habits that promote independence, responsibility, and long-term stability.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners, including diverse academic levels, English learners, and students with IEPs.
- Monitor and assess student progress, providing timely feedback and interventions when needed.
- Integrate technology and digital tools to enhance learning and engagement.
School & Community Engagement
- Build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues to foster a supportive learning environment.
- Collaborate with counselors and post-secondary teams to align financial literacy with college and career readiness initiatives.
- Participate in school-wide initiatives, professional development, and community events.
- Contribute to a positive school culture grounded in Catalyst Maria’s values and commitment to equity and access.
Qualifications
- Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) in Business, Social Science, or a related field.
- Financial Literacy Endorsement (or willingness to obtain).
- Experience teaching financial literacy, business, or related coursework preferred.
- Commitment to working in an urban, college-preparatory school setting.
- Strong instructional, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
Compensation:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and professional development opportunities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $54,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
