Spanish Teacher for Diverse, Tech-Driven Classrooms

Intrinsic Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Intrinsic Schools is a public charter network seeking a Classroom Teacher to deliver rigorous, engaging instruction in a secondary setting. You will collaborate with POD teammates, support staff, and instructional coaches to foster growth and equity for a diverse student body.

The role emphasizes postsecondary planning, data-driven instruction, and proactive family communication, with a focus on student engagement and non-cognitive skill development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field from an accredited institution
• Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate content-area endorsement (required prior to hire); ESL endorsement preferred
• Comfort using educational technology tools, with curiosity and willingness to learn about emerging tools, including AI
• Ability to build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated professionalism, including punctuality, preparedness, accountability, follow-through, and effective collaboration
• Ability to consistently meet daily and weekly deadlines that support high-quality instruction and team success
• Strong work ethic, reflective mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction that promotes active learning and deep understanding
• Analyze student progress data to inform instruction, interventions, and flexible groupings
• Provide students with clear, timely, and actionable feedback that supports growth and mastery
• Integrate instructional technology effectively to personalize learning and increase student agency
• Uphold Intrinsic's student culture by consistently enforcing expectations outlined in the Student Code of Conduct
• Serve as an advisor by mentoring a group of students, facilitating daily advisory lessons, and conducting individual conferences to monitor academic and social-emotional progress
• Design and lead a C Day club aligned to personal interests and student engagement
• Support student learning beyond the classroom through weekly office hours and targeted academic support
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date gradebooks and student records
• Collaborate with special education staff and other support team members to meet the needs of all learners
• Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to the postsecondary success of every student
• Engage actively in instructional coaching cycles, including data analysis, observation, feedback, video reflection, and practice
• Participate in school events, host student-led conferences, and attend IEP meetings as required

Skills

Strong communication skills

Relationship building

Educational technology

Punctuality and professionalism

Collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education

Illinois Professional Educator License

ESL endorsement preferred

Job description

Intrinsic Schools is a public charter network seeking a Classroom Teacher to deliver rigorous, engaging instruction in a secondary setting. You will collaborate with POD teammates, support staff, and instructional coaches to foster growth and equity for a diverse student body.

The role emphasizes postsecondary planning, data-driven instruction, and proactive family communication, with a focus on student engagement and non-cognitive skill development.