5th Grade Class Size Teacher: Elevate Student Learning

Chicago Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 64,469 - 82,839; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Pension plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) seeks a Class Size Teacher to address oversized classrooms in Priority Schools. Under the supervision of the school principal, you will instruct, monitor progress, and maintain current records of pupil achievements.

You will plan lessons, apply instructional methods, communicate with parents about student progress, and participate in in-service meetings and potential field trips.

Qualifications

• Education requirements: completion of student teaching and coursework for Illinois teaching certificate.
• License requirements: valid Illinois teaching license (PEL or ELS) per ISBE.
• Knowledge, skills & abilities: subject matter knowledge, modern teaching methods, classroom management.
• Physical requirements: light work with modest lifting.
• Conditions of employment include residency within Chicago, vaccination/testing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide written lesson plans and maintain pupil progress records.
• Apply instructional methods and develop new teaching techniques.
• Maintain discipline and establish classroom environment.
• Communicate with parents about student progress.
• Attend in-service meetings and participate in field trips when applicable.
• Participate in after-school activities and community programs.

Skills

Teaching knowledge

Classroom management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Teaching certificate coursework

Job description

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) seeks a Class Size Teacher to address oversized classrooms in Priority Schools. Under the supervision of the school principal, you will instruct, monitor progress, and maintain current records of pupil achievements.

You will plan lessons, apply instructional methods, communicate with parents about student progress, and participate in in-service meetings and potential field trips.