Department
11420 Lab Academic Divisions & Departments

About the Unit
About the Unit: The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools provides 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 AA/EOE Statement: The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-1841 or by email talentacquisition@uchicago.edu with their request.

Job Information
Job Summary:
The Lower School Curriculum Support Teacher: Math Academic Specialist serves as part of the Learning and Counseling Department and provides support services to children and teachers in the area of mathematics. In their role, they are available to all teachers, students, administrators, and staff who may seek their counsel on how best to support mathematical teaching and learning for students. Ideal candidates possess an extensive knowledge of mathematical concepts, familiarity with a wide variety of curricular programs, and experience supporting students with exceptional learning needs.
We are seeking someone who enjoys thinking deeply about math, is passionate and committed to meeting the needs of exceptional students, is knowledgeable of and experienced with a wide variety of math curricula and neuro-diversity, is comfortable and able to navigate and support multiple teaching teams simultaneously, and is curious, open-minded, and collaborative in their approach to teaching and learning. This candidate possesses experience in creating and implementing accommodations to support students with learning differences. In addition, ideal candidates demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including cultural competency skills.
The Math Academic Specialist will collaborate and partner with teachers to support planning, implementing, and assessing math teaching and learning. They will co-teach, co-plan, observe and provide feedback, reinforce or enrich teaching in small groups, and provide other support as needed. The Math Academic Specialist will also support the development and implementation of a cohesive, consistent, and differentiated math curriculum program in partnership with faculty, staff, and administration across the schools, in particular, supporting the transition from second to third grade and fifth to sixth grade.
All faculty members 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. Faculty members are also expected to build deep relationships with students, families, other faculty and staff to communicate about student progress and to foster a culture of the community. We are looking for team members who will emanate optimism, solve problems collaboratively, reflect on how your actions impact others, create an engaging and inclusive school culture, and share in the united pursuit of Lab's mission.
All faculty members 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.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with individual teachers and teaching teams, including co-planning, co-teaching, and thinking deeply about math and math instruction.
• Support homeroom teachers and Learning and Counseling team members to interpret data in order to inform instruction and improve learning.
• Collaborate with administrators to provide leadership and staff development for the math program.
• Lead targeted small group mathematics instruction, for both reinforcement and enrichment purposes, when necessary.
• Create and implement accommodations to support students with learning differences.
• Communicate with classroom teachers, support staff, and parents regarding specific mathematics support strategies.
• Support instructional staff with obtaining appropriate math resources.
• Provide professional development for staff on mathematics best practices.
• Communicate with parents, including presenting at parent or math nights.
• Support the development and alignment of the Lower School Math program.
• Research, teach, model, and facilitate teachers' use of best practices to address the needs of diverse learners.
• Assess students' academic progress.
• Provide strategies and resources for differentiating instruction.
• Consult with homeroom teachers, members of the Learning and Counseling and Math departments, and administration.
• Attend staffing and other grade-level, departmental, division, and school-wide meetings, as necessary.
• Write progress reports.
• Leverage University and Lab community resources to support math curriculum development, differentiation, and instruction.

Competencies:

• Ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances and be flexible in work with students 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 required.
• 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 required.
• 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.

Additional Requirements
Education, Experience, or Certifications:
Education:

• Master's degree in Mathematics, Education, or Special Education required.
• Degree in Special Education (B.A., M.Ed. or M.S.) OR Certification LBS1 (learning behavior specialist) or other special education certification required.
• Mathematics Specialist certification or degree preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of three years of classroom teaching experience in the elementary setting required.
• Co-teaching and/or coaching experience preferred.
• Curriculum development and writing experience required; experience developing Understanding by Design or similar curriculum writing structure preferred.
• Experience working with a wide range of students, teachers, and families with diverse backgrounds such as race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, learning abilities, class, language and nationality.

Technical Knowledge or Skills:

• Ability to use standard productivity software (Google Drive, Microsoft Office, calendar/schedule software, etc.) required.
• Experience with AimsWeb Plus, or experience informing instruction from assessment data, preferred .

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Ability to move in and around the classroom/building to interact with students, faculty, staff, parents, and other members of the community.
• Ability to move class-related equipment/tools, as appropriate, around school property.
• When appropriate, the ability to escort children from one classroom to another, in and out of the building during arrival and dismissal, and in an emergency situation.
• Ability to demonstrate lessons, when appropriate.

Physical Requirements for Teaching Positions:

• Ability to move in and around the classroom/building to interact with students, faculty, staff, parents, and other members of the community.
• Ability to move class-related equipment/tools, as appropriate, around school property.
• When appropriate, the ability to escort children from one classroom to another, in and out of the building during arrival and dismissal, and in an emergency situation.
• Ability to demonstrate lessons, when appropriate.

Required Documents:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Reference contact information

NOTE: When applying, all required documents MUST be uploaded under the Resume/CV section of the application.

Benefit Eligibility
Yes

Pay Frequency
Monthly

Pay Range
Depends on Qualifications

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Union
000- American Federation of Teachers , Local 2063

Job is Exempt?
Yes

Drug Test Required?
No

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

Health Screen Required?
No

Posting Date
2019-08-01-07:00

Remove from Posting On or Before
2020-02-01-08:00

Posting Statement:
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity /Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

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