Lower School Teacher (Grades 2-5)

Morgan Park Academy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Park Academy is seeking Lower School teachers to create engaging, supportive classrooms that strengthen foundational skills, curiosity, and independence while modeling our motto, “Be kind, do your best.” Responsibilities include planning and teaching core subjects, differentiating instruction, using assessment to guide learning, and supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional development.

A bachelor’s degree in education is required; elementary teaching experience and an Illinois

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• Elementary teaching experience preferred.
• Illinois PEL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach core subjects.
• Differentiate instruction.
• Use assessment to guide learning.
• Support students’ academic, social, and emotional development.

Skills

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Assessment-based instruction

Collaborative planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

PEL preferred

Job description

As positions become available, Morgan Park Academy seeks Lower School teachers to create engaging, supportive classrooms that strengthen foundational skills, curiosity, and independence while modeling our motto, “Be kind, do your best.”

Responsibilities include planning and teaching core subjects, differentiating instruction, using assessment to guide learning, and supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional development.

Teachers collaborate with colleagues and families and contribute to school life.

A bachelor’s degree in education or a related field is required; elementary teaching experience and an Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) are preferred.