Teacher; Language Arts

Job Title:

Teacher

Location:

South Side-936 East 54th Street (Charles Kozminski Com Acad)

Salary Range: $64,469.94 to $82,839.39

• Instructional planning, including providing written lesson plans and preparing according to program objectives.
• Establish positive learning expectations for all pupils.
• Evaluate pupils’ progress and maintain current, accurate records of achievements.
• Implement instructional methods applying contemporary learning theory and teaching methodology.
• Participate in development and implementation of new teaching techniques.
• Provide bulletin board and interest areas reflecting current work.
• Apply knowledge of curriculum content related to subject areas.
• Participate in programs to improve student attendance and anti-vandalism programs.
• Establish and maintain reasonable rules of conduct within classroom and school grounds.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and seating charts.
• Encourage student growth in self-discipline and positive self-concept.
• Ensure fairness and respect in teacher-pupil relationships.
• Initiate parent conferences and communicate pupil progress, attendance, and conduct.
• Participate in in-service and professional staff meetings.
• Coordinate and attend class field trips.
• Work in extra-curricular and after-school activities.
• Utilize community resources appropriately.

• Successful completion of all student teaching requirements and coursework for the appropriate teaching certificate(s) issued by Illinois State Board of Education.
• Possession of a valid teaching license issued by Illinois State Board of
  
  Education:
  
  PEL or ELS, properly endorsed for this position.
• Knowledge of subject matter consistent with state certification requirements.
• Knowledge of contemporary principles and practices of teaching.
• Knowledge of classroom and behavior management techniques.
• Ability to modify instruction to meet student needs.
• Ability to cooperate with faculty and administration in program development.
• Ability to work effectively with pupils, parents, guardians, staff, and community representatives.
• Ability to understand physical, intellectual, social, and emotional patterns of pupils.
• Skill in applying contemporary teaching principles and practices; good oral and written communication; good interpersonal skills; exercise of sound professional judgment.
• Physical ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, or negligible force constantly; ability to stoop, reach, handle objects, talk, hear, use near visual acuity, occasional use of better visual acuity.

• Medical Plan Options
• Pharmacy
• Vision
• Behavioral Health & EAP
• Employee Wellness Program
• Basic Life Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Pension Plans
• Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Spot Pet Insurance