5th Grade Teacher - Equity-Driven, Impactful Education

Distinctive Schools of IL; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Healthcare

403b match up to 3%

Gym and wellness discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Paid holidays & leave

Job summary

Distinctive Schools of IL in Chicago welcomes applications for a 5th Grade Teacher position at CICS Irving Park. The role reports to the Principal and offers a starting salary of $70,000 for certified teachers. This is a Regular Full Time opportunity with a September 2026 start date.

Distinctive Schools prioritizes diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning, with strong relationships and high expectations guiding daily instruction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• IL teaching license or enrollment in Teacher Certification program within 30 days of employment.
• Proficient with Google Suite and cloud-based tools.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, standards-aligned 5th-grade instruction.
• Assess student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and communication with families.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support equitable learning.

Skills

Classroom Management

Differentiated Instruction

Parent/Family Communication

Instructional Planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Google Suite

Cloud-based tools

Job description

Distinctive Schools of IL in Chicago welcomes applications for a 5th Grade Teacher position at CICS Irving Park. The role reports to the Principal and offers a starting salary of $70,000 for certified teachers. This is a Regular Full Time opportunity with a September 2026 start date.

Distinctive Schools prioritizes diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning, with strong relationships and high expectations guiding daily instruction.