Humanities Teacher - Summer

Job Summary

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 (except July
  3)
• Time: 7:45 am – 3:00 pm
• Professional Development: 2 days of in‑person professional development for all teachers and staff on June 25‑26, 2026
• Additional training and staff meetings may be required and will be communicated during onboarding

The 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 implement lesson plans, provide education to middle‑school students, and effectively communicate with students, parents, and staff. Teachers follow provided curriculum and lesson plans and present those lessons to their students, individually or in groups.

• Grade and track student progress, and maintain an updated Google Classroom with assignments and feedback; inform parents of progress
• Communicate with teaching assistants about how they can engage in the classroom and with students
• Maintain a safe and respectful classroom environment to optimize student capabilities and foster a love of learning

• Must be at least 18 years old
• 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
• Provide two professional references