1:1 English Teacher — Flexible Schedule & Growth

Fusion-Academy; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Vacation time

401(k) plan with company match

Commuter benefits

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Fusion Academy in Oak Brook, IL is a fully accredited 1-to-1 private school for grades 5–12 seeking an English Teacher. You’ll design creative lessons, shape your schedule, and collaborate with dedicated colleagues to personalize education academically, socially, and emotionally.

Responsibilities include mentoring students, building parent partnerships, maintaining records, and engaging in campus life. A Bachelor’s degree is required; teaching credentials or advanced degrees are a plus, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees or a teaching credential is a plus.
• Ability to teach a wide range of English courses (English Composition, Literature, and Language Arts), following content standards — curriculum and resources provided.
• Experience working with students, including those with learning differences, neurodiversity, accelerated learning needs, and/or mental health challenges.
• Mentoring experience and a passion for social-emotional learning.
• Outgoing, adaptable, and eager to thrive in a dynamic, student-centered environment.
• Skilled with technology, curious about innovation, and open to learning new tools.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• A growth mindset with the flexibility to pivot and problem-solve as needed.
• Florida residents require level 2 background screening through https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.

Responsibilities

• Teach in a truly personalized way — one student at a time.
• Adapt lessons and assessments to meet each learner’s needs.
• Mentor each student and support their social-emotional growth.
• Build strong, consistent partnerships with parents and guardians.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to campus life or culture.
• Keep student records accurate and organized.
• Invest in your own growth through reflection, feedback, and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree

Teaching credential

English teaching

Mentoring

Social-emotional learning

Technology proficiency

Communication skills

Growth mindset

Background screening (FL)

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree

Teaching credential

Tools

Educational technology

Job description

Fusion Academy in Oak Brook, IL is a fully accredited 1-to-1 private school for grades 5–12 seeking an English Teacher. You’ll design creative lessons, shape your schedule, and collaborate with dedicated colleagues to personalize education academically, socially, and emotionally.

Responsibilities include mentoring students, building parent partnerships, maintaining records, and engaging in campus life. A Bachelor’s degree is required; teaching credentials or advanced degrees are a plus, and