Innovative Classroom Teacher | Engage & Inspire Learning

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan Options

Vision

Pension Plans

FSAs

Paid time off (PT0)

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools invites applications for a Teacher position on the North/Northwest Side in Chicago. You will be responsible for instructional planning, delivering instruction, evaluating student progress, and maintaining records in accordance with CPS policies and the Uniform Discipline Code.

The role requires completion of student teaching and appropriate certification (PEL or ELS) issued by the Illinois State Board of Education, plus the ability to engage parents and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Successful completion of all student teaching requirements as well as all course work required to obtain the appropriate teaching certificate(s) issued by the Illinois State Board of Education.
• License Requirements: Teachers must possess at least one of the following valid teaching licenses issued by the Illinois State Board of Education: Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS), properly endorsed for this position.
• Knowledge, Abilities, and Skill: Knowledge of subject matter consistent with state certification requirements, knowledge of contemporary principles and practices of teaching, knowledge of classroom and behavior management techniques.
• Ability to modify instruction to meet student needs, ability to cooperate with the school faculty and administration in the development and implementation of an articulated program of instruction, ability to work effectively with pupils, parents and guardians, staff members, and community representatives in providing an appropriate educational program; ability to understand the physical, intellectual, social, and emotional patterns of pupils.
• Skill in the application of contemporary principles and practices of teaching, good oral and written communication skills, good interpersonal skills, skill in exercising sound and professional judgment.
• Physical Requirements: Light Work: Exerting up to twenty (20) pounds of force occasionally, or up to ten (10) pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands include the ability to stoop occasionally, reach frequently, handle and finger objects occasionally, talk and hear constantly, frequent use of near visual acuity, and occasional use offer visual acuity.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for instructional planning, including developing written lesson plans and preparation.
• Establish positive learning expectation standards and evaluate pupils' progress.
• Apply contemporary learning theory and teaching methodologies using available materials.
• Coordinate field trips and participate in after-school activities as needed.
• Communicate with parents or guardians about academic progress, attendance, and conduct.
• Maintain attendance records, seating charts, and other student data.

Job description

Chicago Public Schools invites applications for a Teacher position on the North/Northwest Side in Chicago. You will be responsible for instructional planning, delivering instruction, evaluating student progress, and maintaining records in accordance with CPS policies and the Uniform Discipline Code.

The role requires completion of student teaching and appropriate certification (PEL or ELS) issued by the Illinois State Board of Education, plus the ability to engage parents and collaborate with