School Age Teacher

Msvchicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Msvchicago is looking for a School Age Teacher in Chicago, IL, responsible for developing and implementing educational activities for school-age children before and after school. The ideal candidate will foster a positive learning environment and nurture the social, emotional, and intellectual development of children. Required qualifications include an Associate's degree and at least one year of experience working with school-age children. The role also involves effective communication with families and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a relevant field required; bachelor's preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience with school-age children preferred.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee classroom management practices and provide coaching.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Assess students’ academic and developmental progress.
• Establish positive relationships with parents and guardians.

Skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Knowledge of youth development

Excellent communication

Positive learning environment creation

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Knowledge of computer applications

Education

Associate degree in Education, Youth Development or related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Videoconference software

Client electronic data systems

Job description

School Age Teacher

Responsible for creating and implementing engaging and educational activities for school-age children during before/after school hours. This role involves developing age‑appropriate lesson plans, fostering a positive and safe environment, and promoting the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development of each child.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee classroom management practices and provide coaching to school‑age workers.
• Develop and implement age‑appropriate lesson plans and activities that align with educational standards and program goals.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies and materials to engage students and foster a love of learning.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of individual students.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and respect.
• Implement effective classroom management strategies to maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Address and resolve behavioral issues in a timely and constructive manner.
• Assess students’ academic and developmental progress through observations and other evaluation methods.
• Provide regular feedback to students and parents regarding progress and areas for improvement.
• Identify students who may need additional support and work with program coordinators and parents to develop intervention plans.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication and involvement in program activities.
• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with educational best practices and trends.
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team meetings to share ideas and strategies for improving student outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and standards, including health and safety guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records, including attendance, incident reports, and student progress notes.
• Provide information to supervisor in completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and other essential documents and correspondence as required by funding sources and Marillac St. Vincent Family Services.
• Monitor and ensure information is entered into program data management system in a timely manner.
• Participate in meetings at the organization and/or team level, supervision, coaching, training, and professional development activities.

Education and Experiences

• Associate degree in Education, Youth Development, Recreation Management, or related field from an accredited college or university with experience working in family services in a nonprofit social‑services setting required. Bachelor’s preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with school‑age children in an educational or afterschool setting preferred.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills to establish and maintain rapport and professional relationships with co‑workers, team members, and families enrolled in services. Ability to relate to a diverse population.
• Knowledge of youth development and age‑appropriate teaching methods.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills to effectively address varied audiences.
• Demonstrates knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, videoconference software and client electronic data systems.