Chicago Title I Secondary Math Instructor

Proximity Learning; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

Proximity Learning offers a unique opportunity to provide free supplemental math instruction to high school students in the Chicago area under Title I funding. This part-time, in-person role emphasizes collaboration with school staff and teachers to close achievement gaps and build a strong math foundation.

The ideal candidate is patient, reliable, enthusiastic, and capable of multitasking in a supportive classroom setting.

Qualifications

• Requires fluency in written and spoken English.
• At least one year experience as a classroom teacher, tutor, or resource personnel.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Reliably commute or relocate before starting work.
• Ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide supplemental Math instruction to small groups in a pull-out setting.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to align instruction and support student development in Math.
• Develop and implement lesson plans to improve academic performance.
• Create a positive, achievement-oriented learning environment and encourage attendance.
• Continuously assess student progress and adjust instruction and grouping.
• Complete required compliance forms and adhere to Title I guidelines.
• Regularly update management, school staff, and families on student progress.

Skills

English fluency

Multitasking

Creative thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred)

3-4 years of education at college/university level

Job description

Proximity Learning offers a unique opportunity to provide free supplemental instruction to students from our Catholic, Christian, Lutheran, and Independent Chicago Area Schools. This Title I-funded role will actively support struggling high school students in small group sessions who need additional academic support in math while focusing on closing the achievement gap and building a stronger foundation. We are seeking a candidate who is passionate about children, enthusiastic, reliable, respectful, and patient while working with our students. To be successful, candidates must be able to multitask, show initiative, and be creative thinkers. This position is highly regarded in the school and requires someone with the flexibility and personality to work as a classroom instructor and a valued resource person.

What You Will Be Doing

• You will provide supplemental instruction to small groups of students struggling with Math in a pull-out classroom setting, directly impacting their learning and academic performance.
• Collaboration and communication are not just aspects of this role; they are its essence. You will work closely with the student's classroom teachers to align instruction, support struggling students’ development in Math, and extend classroom instruction. Together, we can make a difference.
• Develop and implement lesson plans to improve academic performance.
• Your role is not just about teaching Math but also about creating a positive, achievement-oriented learning environment. Your ability to motivate student attendance is crucial in shaping their attitudes toward learning, a responsibility we take very seriously.
• Continuously assess students' progress, formally and informally, to adjust instruction and grouping.
• Understand the need to complete the compliance forms required and adhere to Title I guidelines and requirements.
• Effective communication is key in this role. You will be expected to regularly update PLI management, school staff, and families on student progress, fostering a collaborative environment.

Job Type: Part-time

Starting Pay Range: $30/hr.

Schedule: Monday to Friday (varies per school)

Work Location: In person

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred) 3-4 years of education at the college or university level

Basic Requirements

• Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
• At least one year experience as a classroom teacher, tutor, or as a resource personnel
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Ability to execute duties according to deadlines
• Ability to pass a background check