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9th Grade English Teacher (2020-21 School Year)

Employer
Distinctive Schools
Location
Chicago, IL, US
Salary
Competitive

Job Details

Position Type:
High School Teaching/English

Date Posted:
5/27/2020

Location:
Art in Motion

Date Available:
August 2020

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

Position Title: 9th Grade English Teacher (2020-21 School Year)

F.T.E: 1.0

Location: 7415 S East End Ave, Chicago, IL 60649

Reports To: School Director

Start Date: August 2020
To Apply: Distinctive Schools Website

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:

An Art in Motion High 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



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

    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.

Company

Distinctive Schools operates high-performing public charter schools in Chicago and Metro-Detroit. Our mission 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. 

Company info
Location
910 W. Van Buren St. #315
Chicago
IL
60607
US

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