Middle School Science Teacher (2025-2026 SY)

Distinctive Schools of IL; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Middle School Science Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This role focuses on fostering a love for learning in students through engaging instruction and strong relationships. You will implement innovative teaching practices, maintain a positive classroom culture, and contribute to a diverse, inclusive community. The ideal candidate is committed to equity in education and possesses a Bachelor’s Degree along with a valid teaching license. Join a supportive environment that values professional development and offers a range of benefits, making it a great place to grow your career.

Benefits

25+ Paid holidays

10 days PTO annually

12 weeks family paid leave

Comprehensive Healthcare

403b match

Tuition reimbursement

Gym and wellness discounts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and valid teaching license required.
• Proficient with cloud-based software solutions.

Responsibilities

• Implement the DS Model and maintain student-centered learning.
• Build strong relationships with students and families.

Skills

Student-Centered Learning

Instructional Design

Data Analysis

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Career Opportunities with Distinctive Schools of IL

A great place to work.

Middle School Science Teacher (2025-2026 SY)

Title: Middle School Science Teacher
Location: CICS Bucktown - 2235 N Hamilton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Reports To: Principal
Salary Range: Starting at $58,682, commensurate with experience
Employee Type: Regular Full Time
Start Date: August 2025

Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential.

Position Overview

Distinctive teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student through strong relationships, high expectations, and a belief that all students can achieve great things in school and beyond. Teachers have a laser focus on instruction that engages learners and provides multiple opportunities for application of learned content.

Responsibilities

Culture

• Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making
• Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things
• Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making
• Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff
• Cultivate a strengths-based, equity-focused mindset
• Foster positive climate and culture
• Serve as a positive role model

Preparation, Instruction and Assessment 90%

• Implement the DS Model
• Provide consistent opportunities for all students to work on grade-appropriate assignments using the core curriculum
• Deliver strong instruction that requires that students hold the cognitive lift and are deeply engaged in the learning
• Use core instructional tools to design, prepare and deliver dynamic lessons aligned to grade-level standards
• Commit to student-centered, personalized learning that integrates their needs, strengths, and interests into the learning
• Maintain inventory of all instructional materials
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development
• Analyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate responses
• Assess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units and analyze assessment data
• Engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness
• Participate in all required professional development and meetings
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal

Classroom Culture 10%

• Maintain an organized and welcoming environment that provides students with a sense of belonging, joy, hope, and safety
• Manage strong classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learning
• Build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• Communicate effectively and frequently with students and families
• Use restorative justice approach with discipline and behavior management
• Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievement

Requirements & Qualifications (minimum)

Education
Bachelor’s Degree

Qualifications

• Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment (IL or MI) or proof of enrollment in a Teacher Certification program within 30 days of employment
• Content Area Endorsement
• Technology demands:
  • Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple sources
  • Proficient with cloud-based software solutions (Google Suite)
  • Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the position
• Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration

Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing.

• 25+ Paid holidays & 10 days PTO annually (in addition to summer break for educators/campus positions)
• 12 weeks family paid leave
• Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 403b match
• Professional development including tuition reimbursement
• Gym and wellness discounts
• And more

Description Disclaimer

Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility.

EEO

Distinctive Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.

Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.