2nd Grade Teacher Donoghue Campus

2nd Grade Teacher - 2026/2027 School Year (Donoghue Campus)

University of Chicago Charter School – Donoghue Elementary – Chicago, Illinois

Job : 5355640

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: May 19, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

Serving pre-kindergarten through 5th grade, Donoghue is the second public elementary campus of the University of Chicago Charter School Corporation. Donoghue, which opened in 2005, is a college preparatory campus committed to professional development, inquiry, and high expectations for all staff and students. Donoghue serves as a catalyst for community building by offering programs for students and families beyond the school day.

Position Summary: The 2nd Grade Teacher will deliver ambitious instruction in a classroom that incorporates evidence-based analysis of practice to assure that all students can achieve at high levels in a stimulating, challenging, and productive learning environment. The position will work with the Campus Director, Instructional Coaches, and colleagues to implement the school’s curriculum.

Position

Qualifications:

Applicant should have a Bachelor’s degree in education and state certification; at least 2 years of urban teaching experience in a related field; and proven program planning and development experience. Applicant will be an excellent teacher of students, reflective and receptive to professional feedback and coaching, and possess strong written and oral communication skills.

Pay Range: $55,000.00 – $87,100.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University of Chicago Charter School's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. The salary will be commensurate with years of experience and education.

Benefits: UChicago Charter School offers a wide range of benefits programs for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits guide.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

UCCS recruits, hires, compensates, promotes and otherwise manages employees on the basis of individual merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other factors protected by law. This policy includes UCCS’s commitment to maintain a workplace free from sexual or other unlawful harassment or discrimination of any nature.

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Full-Time

$55,000 to $87,100 Per Year

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