Marist High School Open Positions
Math Teacher – 2025-26 School Year
Position Title: Math Teacher
Start Date: August 2025
Contact: Nadine Wisniowicz
Marist High School, a Catholic co-ed school located on the southside of Chicago, is seeking a full-time mathematics teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Minimum Requirements
- Commitment to the Marist Brothers’ principles as set forth in Marist’s mission statement
- Applicants should have, or about to obtain, a current Illinois Professional Educator’s License (PEL) with an endorsement in mathematics. Relevant experience in high school mathematics instruction is preferred.
- Bachelor’s Degree
Minimum Competencies
- Ability to establish and maintain strong interpersonal relationships with students, parents, faculty, and administrators
- Effective collaboration skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Google Docs
- Excellent Verbal and Written Communications Skills
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams
- Demonstrated ability to plan and organize daily lessons and tasks
- Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of a wide range of mathematical subject areas including, but not limited to, introductory algebra, advanced algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, statistics, and other related areas.
- Knowledge and willingness to learn and teach higher level math classes if called upon to do so.
- A commitment to incorporating equity and belonging in practices and curriculum.
Essential Responsibilities
- Administer a mathematics curriculum consistent with department goals and objectives.
- Build positive relationships and rapport with students.
- Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning and progress. Modify instructional methods to address student needs. Conduct individual and small group instruction.
- Ensure that student conduct conforms to the school’s standards and policies. Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
- Coordinate with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participate in faculty meetings and committees.
- Organize and maintain a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance.
Robotics Teacher – 2025-26 School Year
Position Title: Robotics Teacher
Start Date: August 2025
Contact: Lucas Fritsch
Marist High School, a Catholic co-ed school located on the southside of Chicago, is currently seeking a passionate and innovative Robotics Teacher for the 2025-26 school year to lead and inspire high school students in robotics and STEM-related projects. This position will focus on teaching robotics concepts and hands-on application using VEX V5 Robotics products.
The successful candidate will develop engaging curricula, foster problem-solving and teamwork, and support students in local and possibly national competitions.
Minimum Requirements
- Commitment to the Marist Brothers’ principles as set forth in Marist’s mission statement
- Bachelor’s Degree in STEM education, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Proficiency with VEX Robotics platforms (VEX V5) or similar system
- Experience in teaching, coaching, or mentoring students in STEM disciplines.
- Strong knowledge of programming languages (e.g., , or VEXcode).
- Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience leading competitive robotics teams (e.g., VEX Robotics Competitions).
- Teaching certification or credentials.
- Knowledge of other STEM platforms or robotics tools.
- Strong knowledge of programming languages Python, C++.
Minimum Competencies
- Ability to establish and maintain strong interpersonal relationships with students, parents, faculty, and administrators
- Effective collaboration and communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point, Google Docs
- Excellent Verbal and Written Communications Skills
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams
- Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects and daily tasks
Essential Responsibilities
- Teach robotics classes incorporating VEX Robotics platforms (VEX V5).
- Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with STEM education standards.
- Organize and supervise after-school robotics clubs and competition team (additional stipend)
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and manage VEX Robotics kits and related equipment.
- Inspire students to engage in design, programming, and engineering challenges.
- Collaborate with other teachers to integrate robotics into the broader curriculum.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative learning environment.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Salary: Commensurate with experience and education