K-8 Spanish Teacher — Equity & Impact (Chicago)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)

403b match

Tuition reimbursement

Gym and wellness discounts

Paid holidays

Family leave

Job summary

Distinctive Schools seeks a K-8 Spanish Teacher in Chicago, IL to join a diverse, justice-driven community. The role emphasizes rigorous instruction, strong relationships, and equitable practices.

Start date is November 2026, with a starting salary of $70,000 for certified teachers and Regular Full Time employment. The teacher will implement the Distinctive model, deliver engaging, standards-aligned lessons, and maintain ongoing communication with students and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Illinois Professional Educator License or enrollment in a Teacher Certification program within 30 days of employment.
• Proficient with Google Suite and digital tools; able to learn new tools as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a student-centered decision-making culture.
• Deliver grade-appropriate Spanish instruction aligned to standards.
• Assess and monitor student progress with regular checks and data reviews.
• Maintain organized records of student progress and communicate with families.
• Contribute to campus equity work and restorative classroom practices.

Skills

Spanish instruction

Curriculum planning

Student assessment

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Illinois teaching licensure eligibility

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Distinctive Schools seeks a K-8 Spanish Teacher in Chicago, IL to join a diverse, justice-driven community. The role emphasizes rigorous instruction, strong relationships, and equitable practices.

Start date is November 2026, with a starting salary of $70,000 for certified teachers and Regular Full Time employment. The teacher will implement the Distinctive model, deliver engaging, standards-aligned lessons, and maintain ongoing communication with students and families.