Elementary ES Teacher — January 2027 Start

CICS Ralph Ellison Academy; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Meridian Charter Schools is seeking an ES Teacher - Primary for a January 2027 start in Chicago, IL. This full-time role requires planning standards-aligned lessons, maintaining records, and collaborating with staff and families to support every scholar.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in the content area, PEL license (K-8) or equivalent, and experience in urban elementary settings. The role emphasizes DEI and inclusive practices within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in content area or aligned field.
• Illinois PEL or equivalent out-of-state license required or in progress.
• Experience planning and teaching elementary school preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver standards-aligned lesson plans and materials.
• Establish clear learning standards and assess progress against targets.
• Use technology to support differentiated instruction.
• Assess student performance regularly and adjust instruction.
• Maintain accurate gradebooks and records of progress.
• Communicate with parents, staff and guardians about student progress.

Skills

Lesson planning

Assessment design

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Required) in content area or aligned content area

Master's Degree in content area or aligned content area (Preferred)

PEL license K-8 or current out-of-state licensure

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Office Suite

Presentation platforms

Job description

Meridian Charter Schools is seeking an ES Teacher - Primary for a January 2027 start in Chicago, IL. This full-time role requires planning standards-aligned lessons, maintaining records, and collaborating with staff and families to support every scholar.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in the content area, PEL license (K-8) or equivalent, and experience in urban elementary settings. The role emphasizes DEI and inclusive practices within a supportive team.