6410 South Dante Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637

Mount CarmelHigh School

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
Experience teaching Advanced Placement (AP) courses preferred but not required.
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 - Expand to Learn More

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Bus Driver
Date Posted: March 27, 2026
Employment Type: Part Time, 10 months
Flexible Rotating Schedule
Position Summary
The Bus Driver has the primary responsibility for ensuring the health, safety and welfare of the students, staff and volunteers during bus transportation. Reliability is key.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Pick up and drop off at home or residential bus stop and school
- Transport to field trip destination
- Perform bus safety inspection daily
- Report on all safety concerns to Director of Transportation
- Ensure all bus passengers are safely seated and strapped in
- Observe speed limits and obey road signs
Job Qualifications
- Education – High School diploma
- Experience – Minimum five years driving
- You must hold a valid state driver's license and have a clean driving record
- Occasional coverage for other drivers
- Must be available Monday through Friday for assigned route
Contact Information
- Name: Mr. Craig Ferguson, Director of Transportation
- Email: cferguson@mchs.org
- Address: 6410 S. Dante Ave., Chicago, IL 60637
- Website: www.mchs.org
Application Instructions
- Candidates should send a resume and reference list (3 professional references preferred)
- Interviews will be scheduled after sufficient review of all application material is submitted.
Chemistry Teacher
Title/Position: Chemistry, General Sciences
Date Posted: April 23, 2026
Category: Science/Chemistry Teaching Faculty
Employment Type: Full Time
Start Date: August 2026
Level: High School (grades 9-12)

Job Description
Faculty at Mount Carmel High School are blessed to teach some of the most hardworking, respectful, and delightful 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 powered by dedicated professionals. Our
teachers are responsible for providing an educational environment where young men can 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.

Classes
This teacher will be responsible for science and chemistry (10th grade) and another courses, depending on enrollment numbers.
Active participation in Science Department meetings, and other engagements are required. Such events as Open House, Personal
Tour Nights, etc.

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. Use 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 Qualifications
Candidates must possess the following:
- Degree in secondary education (or will obtain by July 1, 2026)
- Valid teaching license (or will obtain by July 1, 2026)
- Illinois certification preferred but not required.
- Virtus Training Certification (or completed within first 90 days of employment at Mount Carmel).
Contact Information
- Name: Mr. Bill Nolan, Assistant Principal
- Phone: 773-324-1020
- Email: bnolan@mchs.org
- Address: 6410 S. Dante Ave., Chicago, IL 60637
- Website: www.mchs.org
Application Instructions
Candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and reference list (3 professional references preferred) to Assistant Principal Bill
Nolan at bnolan@mchs.org with “Science/Chemistry Position” in the subject line.
College Counselor
Employment Type: Full Time
Works Directly With: Counselors, Administration, Faculty/Staff, Students, and Families
Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred

Preferred Qualifications:
Candidates should have either a school counseling and/or a college admissions background. We encourage candidates with bi-lingual ability and candidates from under-represented backgrounds

Areas of Responsibility:
- Support students and families through the college application and financial aid processes
- Support student and parent through trade school process
- Host college rep visits, the college fair, career day, and parent education evening events
- Develop programming and supports for first to college and financially insecure families
- Providing comprehensive post-high school planning services including but not limited to alternative options to college, financial aid, scholarships, resources for students of color, student-athletes, and first-generation students.
- Networking with college admissions officials, meeting with college representatives and attending college programs (on and off-campus)
- Counseling students and parents/legal guardians in the use and interpretation of career, vocational, and achievement assessments designed to aid students with their academic and post-high school planning.
- Collaborate across school with fellow counselors, staff, administrators, and parents
- Develop and deliver college/career-related curriculum in a classroom environment
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with outside support organizations (such as CBOs, ISAC, and other student-focused organizations)
- Promote and provide scholarship opportunities to students
- Seek and actively participate in professional development opportunities and organizations
- Naviance account management
- NCAA coordinator
- Assists with standardized test administration
Contact Information
- Name: Mr. William Nolan, Assistant Principal
- Phone: 773-324-1020
- Email: bnolan@mchs.org
- Address: 6410 S. Dante Ave., Chicago, IL 60637
Application Instructions

Candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and reference list (3 professional references preferred) to Assistant Principal William Nolan at wnolan@mchs.org with “College Counselor” in the subject line.

Interviews will be scheduled by the principal at a later date and time after sufficient review of all application material is submitted.

Apply Now

To apply for any open position, please email a copy of your cover letter and resume to Ms Milka Kattan (mkattan@mchs.org). Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject of your email.

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.