Teacher (6-8 Language Arts)

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 64,469 - 82,839; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan Options

Vision

Pension Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a Teacher for the South Side-936 East 54th Street position. The role includes instructional planning, evaluating pupils' progress, and maintaining classroom conduct.

Candidates must have a valid teaching license issued by the Illinois State Board of Education. The position offers extensive benefits including medical, vision, and life insurance options, along with pension plans.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of all student teaching requirements and coursework.
• Possession of a valid teaching license properly endorsed for this position.
• Knowledge of subject matter consistent with state certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Instructional planning, including providing written lesson plans.
• Establish positive learning expectations for all pupils.
• Evaluate pupils’ progress and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Knowledge of contemporary principles and practices of teaching

Ability to work effectively with pupils, parents, guardians, staff, and community representatives

Good oral and written communication skills

Classroom and behavior management techniques

Ability to modify instruction to meet student needs

Education

Valid teaching license issued by Illinois State Board of Education: PEL or ELS

Completion of all student teaching requirements

Job description

Job Title: Teacher

Location: South Side-936 East 54th Street (Charles Kozminski Com Acad)

Salary Range: $64,469.94 to $82,839.39

Responsibilities

• Instructional planning, including providing written lesson plans and preparing according to program objectives.
• Establish positive learning expectations for all pupils.
• Evaluate pupils’ progress and maintain current, accurate records of achievements.
• Implement instructional methods applying contemporary learning theory and teaching methodology.
• Participate in development and implementation of new teaching techniques.
• Provide bulletin board and interest areas reflecting current work.
• Apply knowledge of curriculum content related to subject areas.
• Participate in programs to improve student attendance and anti-vandalism programs.
• Establish and maintain reasonable rules of conduct within classroom and school grounds.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and seating charts.
• Encourage student growth in self-discipline and positive self-concept.
• Ensure fairness and respect in teacher-pupil relationships.
• Initiate parent conferences and communicate pupil progress, attendance, and conduct.
• Participate in in-service and professional staff meetings.
• Coordinate and attend class field trips.
• Work in extra-curricular and after-school activities.
• Utilize community resources appropriately.

Minimum Qualifications

• Successful completion of all student teaching requirements and coursework for the appropriate teaching certificate(s) issued by Illinois State Board of Education.
• Possession of a valid teaching license issued by Illinois State Board of Education: PEL or ELS, properly endorsed for this position.
• Knowledge of subject matter consistent with state certification requirements.
• Knowledge of contemporary principles and practices of teaching.
• Knowledge of classroom and behavior management techniques.
• Ability to modify instruction to meet student needs.
• Ability to cooperate with faculty and administration in program development.
• Ability to work effectively with pupils, parents, guardians, staff, and community representatives.
• Ability to understand physical, intellectual, social, and emotional patterns of pupils.
• Skill in applying contemporary teaching principles and practices; good oral and written communication; good interpersonal skills; exercise of sound professional judgment.
• Physical ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, or negligible force constantly; ability to stoop, reach, handle objects, talk, hear, use near visual acuity, occasional use of better visual acuity.

Benefits

• Medical Plan Options
• Pharmacy
• Vision
• Behavioral Health & EAP
• Employee Wellness Program
• Basic Life Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Pension Plans
• Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Spot Pet Insurance