Kindergarten Teacher

Glachicago; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A prominent charter school in Chicago seeks a passionate Kindergarten Teacher committed to educational equity. This role involves teaching reading, writing, and math to young learners and requires a Bachelor's degree. Candidates should have a commitment to building strong relationships with students and families, using data to inform instruction, and embracing a growth mindset. Join a dedicated team working to close opportunity gaps in education while teaching in a supportive environment.

Qualifikationen

• Belief in and alignment with Great Lakes Academy’s core beliefs.
• Mastery of and enthusiasm for teaching subjects.

Aufgaben

• Deliver rigorous lesson plans that prepare students for future success.
• Build and maintain a supportive classroom culture.
• Use academic data to drive instruction and student growth.
• Communicate effectively with students’ families.

Kenntnisse

Relationship building

Data-driven instruction

Growth mindset

Commitment to educational equity

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree

Jobbeschreibung

Great Lakes Academy - Kindergarten Teacher - 2026-27

About Great Lakes Academy

Great Lakes Academy (GLA) is a high-performing, single-site charter school in South Chicago. Core to our mission is equipping every student with the academic foundation, critical thinking skills, and strength of character needed to thrive in high school, college, and beyond.

Our teachers work relentlessly to close opportunity gaps, and the results are undeniable. On the 2024 Illinois Assessment of Readiness, GLA had the highest percentage of students reaching proficiency in ELA and Math among all elementary schools in Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore, and South Chicago. We also ranked in the top 20% statewide for ELA growth and the top 6% for math growth.

As we look ahead to the 2026–27 school year, we are raising the bar even higher. We are seeking passionate, data-driven teachers who believe all students can achieve at the highest levels and are committed to doing the work to make that belief a reality.

Job Overview

A Great Lakes Academy Teacher will be part of a team of talented, committed teachers working to change the face of education on the Southeast Side of Chicago. Our Kindergarten Teachers teach reading, writing, and math focused classes to one homeroom of students.

Job Responsibilities

• Internalize and deliver lesson plans that are rigorous, relevant, and engaging, setting students up for success in high school, college, and beyond
• Lead a safe, structured, supportive classroom culture by building relationships with students, leveraging systems & routines, and consistently implementing GLA’s code of conduct
• Use academic data to inform whole-group, small-group, and individual instruction and to drive student growth and achievement
• Establish relationships with students’ families, communicating frequently and partnering in student success
• Consistently model the Great Lakes Academy Be GREAT virtues: Gratitude, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, and Truthfulness
• Collaborate with all staff members across team, grade level and subject area
• Actively participate in weekly 1:1 coaching and regular professional development (PD)

Competencies

• Belief in and alignment with Great Lakes Academy’s core beliefs and educational philosophy is non-negotiable
• Growth-oriented: Self-reflective with a growth mindset and ability to accept and implement feedback
• Responsible: Willingness to work hard, be flexible, followthrough, and overcome obstacles in the pursuit of achieving challenging goals
• Kindness: Strong relationship builder with students, families, and other staff members
• Mastery of and enthusiasm for your academic subject
• Willingness to place student achievement as highest goal
• Committed to educational equity and serving Black and Brown students on the South Side of Chicago

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred, but not required
• Eligibility to work in the United States on a full-time basis
• Valid IL Professional Educator License (PEL) preferred, but not required

As an equal opportunity employer, Great Lakes Academy hires without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law