Middle School ELA Teacher — Ignite Reading & Writing

Chicago Heights School District 170; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack in Chicago Heights is seeking a Middle School English Language Arts Educator with a valid Public Educators License and an ELA endorsement for grades 5–8. The role focuses on rigorous instruction, college and career readiness, and fostering each student’s talents and love of learning.

The position reports to building principals and follows the Chicago Heights School District 170 and AFT Local 604 contract. Salary range is listed with benefits under the district’s agreement.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Public Educators License with an English Language Arts Middle School Endorsement for grades 5–8.
• In-depth knowledge of Illinois State Reading and Writing Standards.
• Candidates must register their Professional Educators License with Region 07 South Cook ISC4.

Responsibilities

• Develop rigorous teaching and learning materials for use in class, common formative and summative assessments, homework (practice), projects, and assignments that make use of all student skills and assess their learning.
• Differentiate Illinois State Standards using an inquiry-based learning model, managing student engagement and classroom behavior on a daily basis.
• Organize and maintain a system of accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities—achievement and attendance.
• Maintain relationships with parents and legal guardians by effectively communicating with all stakeholders in order to keep them informed of their child's progress.
• Through the Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), work collaboratively with other educators, support staff, instructional coaches, and administrators, to provide individualized support for each student and to share best practices while providing meaningful feedback on a daily basis.
• Encourages the development of reading, writing, and flexible thinking skills through the use of a blended learning model and growth mindset.

Skills

Classroom instruction

Assessment design

Differentiation

Parent communication

Education

Public Educator License with ELA MS Endorsement (5–8)

Region 07 ISC4 registration

Job description

Applitrack in Chicago Heights is seeking a Middle School English Language Arts Educator with a valid Public Educators License and an ELA endorsement for grades 5–8. The role focuses on rigorous instruction, college and career readiness, and fostering each student’s talents and love of learning.

The position reports to building principals and follows the Chicago Heights School District 170 and AFT Local 604 contract. Salary range is listed with benefits under the district’s agreement.