Join our team

Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree. Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) and 3 to 5 years of teaching experience is preferred but not required.

• Teaching in-person at our South Loop location;
• Establishing a positive learning environment for all students;
• Assessing and evaluating students’ academic progress and maintaining current and accurate student records;
• Providing individual, whole group, small group, and differentiated instruction;
• Communicating and meeting with parents, writing progress reports, and providing both qualitative and quantitative student feedback;
• Attending staff meetings, participating in professional development workshops and trainings, and engaging in teacher evaluation processes;
• Working collaboratively with teachers and interacting with other staff and administrators;
• Maintaining up-to-date teaching techniques/practices, progress-monitoring, and technology to provide students with a quality educational experience;
• Demonstration of instructional planning (e.g., submitting weekly lesson plans, updating grades, posting learning objectives, etc.);
• Coordinating school assemblies, planning school-related special events, and supporting school fundraisers;
• Ensuring fairness in teacher-student relationships and promoting student voice and agency;
  Participating in after-school enrichment activities, events, and clubs.

• Ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances and be flexible in work with students.
• Ability to interact with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students, and parents.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with the ability to develop healthy, supportive relationships with students, families, and staff.
• Knowledge of instructional methodologies and course subject area required.
• Ability to develop curricula, lesson plans, and assessment tools.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines required.
• Competent decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use standard productivity software (Microsoft Office, calendar/schedule software, etc.) required.
• Ability to use technology effectively in the teaching and learning process is also important.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Starting salary offers are based on relevant experience, potential for growth, and overall commitment.
• Teachers are eligible for medical, vision, and dental benefits, paid time off, and 401(K) employer contributions.
• All staff members are provided with individualized support, including coaching and professional development, technology resources, teaching materials, and curricula.