Social Science Teachers (5-8), 2022-2023 SY

ReGeneration Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ReGeneration Schools in Chicago, IL seeks full-time Social Science Teachers (5-8) for the 2022-2023 school year across CICS Avalon, CICS Basil, and CICS Washington Park campuses. Teachers will deepen students’ understanding of social studies concepts and collaborate with colleagues to align units with Common Core standards.

The ideal candidate has 1-5 years urban teaching experience, holds a bachelor’s degree, and is certified in IL with endorsement in middle school social studies or science if

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required.
• Valid IL teaching certification with endorsement in Middle School Social Studies or Science preferred but not required.
• 1-5 years of urban teaching experience.
• Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement curricula to meet standards.
• Create assessments and monitor student progress.
• Use data to refine curriculum and instruction.
• Collaborate with teachers to support student well-being and achievement.
• Maintain a disciplined, engaging classroom environment.
• Participate in orientation and training when required.

Skills

Urban teaching experience

Clear communication

Curriculum design

Data-informed instruction

Education

Bachelor Degree

IL state teaching certification with endorsement (Middle School Social Studies or Science)

Job description

Social Science Teachers (5-8), 2022-2023 SY

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Job Details

Job ID: 4045651
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Feb 10, 2023 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

ReGeneration Schools, founded in 2016, is a network of 7 charter schools located in Illinois and Ohio. ReGeneration serves over 1800 students of whom 99% are minority and 86% are low income. U.S. News and World Report’s 2021 School Ranking listed all ReGeneration elementary schools among the top ten charter elementary schools in Illinois.ReGeneration expanded to Ohio in 2019, opening its Bond Hill campus in Cincinnati.

Our mission is to ensure that all children have equal access to a high-quality, college-preparatory education through academic excellence and the content of their character. Through rigorous academics, teaching excellence, character development, and high expectations, ReGeneration is nurturing the leaders of tomorrow.

We are seeking full-time Social ScienceTeachers to join our three campuses for the 2022-2023 school year: CICS Avalon, CICS Basil, and CICS Washington Park. These individuals will have superior content knowledge, and a proven track record of providing excellent learning experiences that deepens students’ understanding of multiplesocial science concepts. These individuals will also collaborate with classroom teachers in planning units that are aligned with the Common Core academic standards.

Qualifications:

• Believes low-income students can become college and career ready.
• High expectations on personal and team performance.
• Flexible to changing priorities and conditions.
• Demonstrate initiative and creativity.
• Communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate mastery of academic subjects and behavioral interventions.
• 1-5 years of teaching experience in an urban setting.
• Can show proof of full vaccination for Covid-19
• Valid State Certification (IL Type 03, IL Type 09, or Provisional license) with endorsement in Middle School Social Studies or Science preferred by not required.
• Bachelor Degree from an accredited institution required.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement curricula and activities to meet academic standards.
• Design, implement, and use informal and formal assessments to measure progress of students.
• Use data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices.
• Work collaboratively with school team to determine instructional and social needs of students that ensures success, and promotes students’ well-being.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers to create a friendly and safe environment demonstrating shared responsibility for achievement.
• Adhere to and support all school policies to enforce school core values, high expectations, and strict code of conduct.
• Set and attain ambitious student achievement and social-emotional benchmarks.
• Model and encourage appropriate student behavior (i.e. grit, self-control, social intelligence, optimism and curiosity).
• Work with school team to constantly evaluate and improve mastery of instructional, culture building, and leadership skills.
• Maintain a classroom that demonstrates discipline, order and rigor.
• Ensure that all students graduate ready for the next academic level.
• Reflect critically on teaching practice and implement improvement strategies as needed.
• Participate in mandatory summer orientation (3 weeks) and training.
• Other duties as assigned.

Compensation:Competitive salary and benefits (based on education and experience).

ReGeneration is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disability.

Position Type: Full-time
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Contact Information

• Michelle Kemp
• 1816 W Garfield
• Chicago, Illinois 60609
• Email: [e-mail]