Requisition Number: 104170

Departmental Job Title: History Teacher - High School

Type of Position: Staff

Number of Positions Available: 1

Division: Laboratory School

Department: 11420-The Laboratory Schools

*Standard Summary:

About the Unit: The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools provide one of the world's most outstanding pre-collegiate educational experiences. Because Lab is part of the University of Chicago, the importance of intellectual life?of thought and exploration?infuses all aspects of our curriculum, and students in every grade benefit from outstanding UChicago academicians and access to unmatched resources. John Dewey?one of the great minds in education?established the Schools in 1896 as a place to explore and implement his theories on childhood education. Today's students still benefit from his vision, and today's Lab faculty are recognized as experienced leaders in their field.

Families who choose Lab care deeply about curiosity, inquiry, and creativity. Approximately 60 percent of Lab families are affiliated with the University, half live in Hyde Park, and the rest come from across Chicago, the suburbs, and northern Indiana. Lab's student body reflects the diversity that is deeply valued by the Schools and its community; approximately half of our 2,000 students are people of color and families report speaking nearly 40 different languages in their homes.

The Laboratory Schools seek the finest employees?people who wish to inspire a love of learning in our students and join a vibrant learning community. We employ people with a wide range of skills and training, in many different disciplines. At Lab, we value learning experientially, exhibiting kindness, and honoring diversity. We seek employees who share a similar commitment to these values. Lab people are engaged and excited by our mission of igniting and nurturing an enduring spirit of scholarship, curiosity, creativity, and confidence in the youngest members of the University of Chicago's academic community.

The Laboratory Schools is a great place to work and our connection to the University provides our faculty and staff with opportunities that would be nearly impossible to match in any other environment.

Interested candidates should apply via our website at: http://www.ucls.uchicago.edu/about-lab/employment

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Unit Job Summary: History teachers develop and execute lesson engaging lesson plans creating an environment which allows students
to think critically and independently. Candidates should be comfortable teaching with an emphasis on primary
sources, developing analytical research paper skills, and adapting classroom instruction to various learning styles.
Teachers are responsible for developing curriculum, supervising students both in and out of the classroom and
maintaining up-to-date teaching techniques to provide students with a quality educational experience. Teachers
are expected to build deep relationships with students, families, other faculty and staff to foster a culture of
community and maintain strong lines of communication with families about student progress. We are looking for
team members who will emanate optimism, share feedback to solve problems, reflect on how your actions impact
others, take ownership over creating the culture you want to show up to each day, and go above and beyond to
support and collaborate closely with colleagues in the united pursuit of Lab's mission.
The History Department is responsible for the history education of students in grades 9 - 12. The courses taught by
the History Department include African-American, American, Early World, European, Modern World, and World
History, as well as several elective classes. History teachers report to their respective Principals and are responsible
to the History Department Chair. The high school currently supports separate History and English departments and
middle school supports a combined Humanities department. The school is developing more interdisciplinary
programming and is keen to have teachers collaborate and teach across departments and divisions. Demonstrated
interest and ability to do both are strongly preferred.
All teachers are expected to perform in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining
Agreement and are expected to work the required days as stipulated in that agreement.
Anticipated start date for this position is 9/1/2018.

Education: Bachelor's degree in History or a related field required.
Master's degree in History or a related field preferred.
Coursework or degree that reflects multicultural content preferred.

Experience: A minimum of three years of middle school or high school teaching experience required.
Ability to teach any grade level of History required.
Ability to teach middle school Humanities preferred.
Experience developing curriculum strongly preferred.
Experience working with a wide range of students with diverse backgrounds, such as race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, learning abilities, class, language and nationality, preferred.

Competencies: Ability to be agile and flexible required.
Ability to interact with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students, and parents required.
Knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion issues and dynamics in the classroom and in developing healthy, supportive relationships with all students.
Strong knowledge of course subject matter required.
Knowledge of instructional methodologies required.
Strong knowledge of child development required.
Ability to develop curricula, lesson plans and assessment tools required.
Analytical skills required.
Problem-solving skills required.
Decision-making skills required.
Attention to detail required.
Organizational skills required.
Computational skills required.
Creativity required.
Verbal and written communication skills
Interpersonal skills required.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team required.
Ability to manage stressful situations required.
Ability to maintain confidentiality required.
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines required.
Ability to use standard productivity software (Microsoft Office, calendar/schedule software, etc.) required.

Required Job Seeker Documents: Resume
Cover Letter
Writing Sample
Reference Contact Information

Optional Job Seeker Documents:

Work Location: Campus - Hyde Park

Other Work Location:

Work Schedule: Full-Time

Hours/Week: 40

If other than regular hours (M-F, 8:30-5:00) please detail: M-F, hours determined by class schedule

Benefits Eligible?: Yes

Union (If applicable): 000-American Federation of Teachers, Local 2063

Pay Grade: NA

Pay Range:

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Does this position require incumbent to operate a vehicle on the job?: No

Is a Background Check Required?: Yes

Is Drug Testing Required?: No

Employee Referral Bonus Amount: None

Posting Date: 12-15-2017

Remove from posting on or before: 06-15-2018