2025- 2026 Computer Science Academic Teacher

Chiarts; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in arts education seeks a passionate Computer Science Teacher to inspire students at a prestigious high school. This role involves creating a dynamic learning environment, implementing innovative teaching strategies, and fostering critical thinking skills. The ideal candidate will embrace the school's vision and values while promoting a rigorous college preparatory curriculum. With a focus on collaboration and continuous professional development, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on students' academic journeys. If you are dedicated to nurturing young minds and committed to educational excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with Illinois teaching certification required.
• Experience in curriculum development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging classroom instruction and foster student success.
• Collaborate with staff to develop tailored educational practices.

Skills

Classroom Management

Differentiated Instruction

Curriculum Development

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Collaboration

Educational Technology

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Illinois Teaching Certification

Tools

Educational Technology

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Chicago High School for the Arts - Chicago, IL

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

The Chicago High School for the Arts is accepting applications for a licensed Computer Science Teacher for school year 2025-2026.

Position Summary:

The ideal teacher candidate will have the passion and skills to create a learning environment that will offer a rigorous college preparatory education that challenges students to achieve at high levels. Teachers at ChiArts will be required to differentiate instruction; design lesson and unit plans that properly assess student achievement; and use data to inform instruction.

Responsibilities:

A teacher’s primary professional responsibility is classroom instruction of ChiArts’ students. Classroom and professional duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Embrace and promote the ChiArts vision, mission, educational approach, goals, and core values
• Implement trauma-informed, restorative justice, and anti-racist practices
• Prepare and implement lessons that encourage and foster proficient oral and written expression, critical thinking, applications, and ethics
• Create structured lessons that prepare students for success in both ChiArts’ curriculum and standardized tests
• Collaborate with the staff to develop “best practices” tailored to the unique philosophy and instructional approach geared toward the needs of the ChiArts’ student population.
• Design, administer, and track a variety of student assessment tools
• Integrate technology into assessments as well as classroom activity
• Employ outstanding classroom management skills and implement the school code of conduct
• Submit unit plans using the backwards by design format
• Seek and participate in continuing professional development
• Attend and participate in faculty and administrative meetings, parent conferences, open house, other school functions, and in-service professional development sessions
• Use planning period effectively to prepare for classroom instruction
• Serve as an advisor in the student advisory program
• Monitor Study Hall effectively
• Perform other duties as the needs of the school and the needs of the students may demand
• Work with artistic staff to ensure overall student success at ChiArts
• Provide meaningful feedback and grade student work in a timely manner
• Record student grades weekly
• Maintain regular contact with parents and guardians regarding student progress
• Record daily attendance for each class period

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with Illinois teaching certification and endorsement(s) in the proper content area
• Curriculum development experience preferred
• Knowledge of the backward design planning process preferred
• An understanding of the value of arts education
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proven organizational skills
• Proven ability to work with a diverse population
• Current knowledge of educational technology and application
• Expert knowledge of subject area
• A high regard for student potential and an ability to provide opportunities for students to develop and succeed
• Willingness to be bold and creative in pursuit of what is best for students
• Reflective teaching practice
• Ability to work collaboratively with teams and nurture collegial relationships
• Able to adapt and improve in changing situations