Humanities Teacher - Summer

Job Summary

Location:

The teachers and staff at High Jump will work in person at one of three campuses:

• University of Chicago Lab Schools (5835 South Kimbark Ave, Chicago, IL 60637)
• Latin School of Chicago (59 W North Blvd, Chicago, IL 60610)
• Francis W. Parker (330 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL 60614)

Summer session classes run Monday through Friday and are tentatively scheduled as follows:

• Dates: June 29 – July 31, 2026 (1st, with the exception of July 3rd)
• Time: 7:45 am – 3:00 pm.
• Professional Development: 2 days of in-person professional development for all teachers and staff – tentatively on June 25‑26, 2026. Additional training and staff meetings may be required and will be communicated during onboarding.

Teacher pay range for Summer Session 2026 is $25–$40 per hour, based on experience.

This is a part‑time, on‑site Teacher role located in Chicago, IL. As a Teacher, you will be responsible for implementing lesson plans, providing education to middle school students, and effectively communicating with students, parents, and staff. Teachers follow provided curriculum and lesson plans, and present those lessons to their students, individually or in groups.

• Teacher will grade and track the progress of their students and keep an updated Google Classroom for students with assignments and feedback and inform parents about their progress.
• Teachers will communicate with Teaching Assistants about how they can engage in the classroom and with students.
• Teachers are responsible for maintaining a safe and respectful classroom environment in order to optimize student capabilities and develop their love of learning.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Associate's degree minimum; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Teaching certification not required but preferred for content areas.
• Experience working with students or in organizations that serve youth.

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