High School Biology Teacher: Equity-Driven Impact

Distinctive Schools of IL; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Viz

403b retirement plan matching

Paid holidays and sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Gym and wellness discounts

Job summary

Distinctive Schools of IL invites applications for a High School Biology Teacher at CICS Longwood, Chicago, IL. The role reports to the Principal and offers a starting salary of $70,000 for certified teachers with Regular Full Time status, starting October 2026.

Distinctive Schools emphasizes equitable, rigorous learning in diverse, joyful communities. The position requires a Bachelor's Degree and IL teaching licensure, with strong instructional practice and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is required.
• Valid Professional Educator License with the Illinois State Board of Education or enrollment in a Teacher Certification program within 30 days of employment.
• Proficiency with cloud-based tools (Google Suite) and willingness to learn digital tools as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making.
• Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things.
• Contribute to equity work of the campus and network.
• Build a culture of belonging with students, families and staff.
• Deliver instruction aligned to grade-level standards with rigorous learning.
• Assess students daily, weekly, and at unit ends and analyze data to adjust instruction.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

IL Teaching License (or enrollment in program within 30 days)

Tools

Google Suite

Educational technology tools

Data analysis for assessments

Job description

Distinctive Schools of IL invites applications for a High School Biology Teacher at CICS Longwood, Chicago, IL. The role reports to the Principal and offers a starting salary of $70,000 for certified teachers with Regular Full Time status, starting October 2026.

Distinctive Schools emphasizes equitable, rigorous learning in diverse, joyful communities. The position requires a Bachelor's Degree and IL teaching licensure, with strong instructional practice and ongoing professional development.