Middle School Science Teacher (2022-23SY)
Company: Distinctive Schools
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 16, 2022
Job Description:
Job DescriptionPosition Title: Middle School Science Teacher
(2022-23SY)F.T.E: 1.0Location: 3820 N. Spaulding Ave., Chicago, IL
60618Reports To: School PrincipalStart Date: August 2022 The
Mission of Distinctive Schools, an educational practice leader
committed to social justice and the elevation of access and
achievement in historically marginalized communities, is to support
each child in becoming an engaged and curious learner, a confident
self-advocate, and a creative problem-solver by setting high
expectations and nurturing a positive culture that honors
diversity, collaboration, and optimism. Position Description:A
Distinctive Middle School Teacher will inspire young minds, build
strong interpersonal relationships with students and share a
commitment to ensuring that every child achieves their full
potential. This person will:
- Design, prepare and deliver dynamic lesson plans and
instructional materials that engage students in 21st century
learning experiences
- Provide opportunities that challenge students to think
critically
- Create a developmentally appropriate, positive, inclusive and
safe learning environment
- Has a mindset of using restorative justice approach with
discipline
- Monitor progress to ensure all students are demonstrating high
rates of growth
- Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress
and development
- Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from
diverse social-emotional, cultural, economic and ability
backgrounds
- Work closely with team members and parents to best meet the
needs to students Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Illinois Professional Educators License
- Content Area Endorsement Why Join the Distinctive Schools Team:
- We are a collaborative team of professionals supporting each
other to instill a love of learning in our students
- We empower students, families and staff to contribute to our
mission in a meaningful way
- Distinctive Schools was named one of Crain's 2021 Best Places
to Work in Chicago; culture is at the heart of what we do
- We make an impact in our communities by serving some of the
most historically marginalized in the city
- We offer a great benefits package for full time employees
(Medical; Dental; Vision; PTO; 403b match, discounted gym
membership, tuition reimbursement options, referral bonus)
- 4% pension contribution
- Salaries starting at $50,000 for licensed teachers 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.
Keywords: Distinctive Schools, Chicago , Middle School Science Teacher (2022-23SY), Education / Teaching , Chicago, Illinois
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