Anticipated SY Regular Teacher 2nd Grade

Location

South Side – 9101 South Euclid Avenue (Robert Black Magnet)

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

Class

Title:

Teacher. Under the supervision of the school principal, the teacher is responsible for the instruction, progress, and discipline of all pupils in assigned classes and performs related duties as required.

• Plan instruction, including writing lesson plans and preparing materials in accordance with program objectives.
• Establish positive learning expectations and evaluate pupils’ progress, maintaining accurate and current achievement records.
• Implement instructional methods based on contemporary learning theory, teaching methodology, and available instructional materials.
• Develop and implement new teaching techniques, furnish bulletin board and interest area displays reflecting current student work.
• Apply curriculum content knowledge for the subject areas and instructional level.
• Participate in programs to improve student attendance and promote anti‑vandalism programs.
• Establish and enforce classroom and school conduct rules consistent with the Chicago Public Schools Uniform Discipline Code.
• Maintain accurate attendance records, seating charts, and encourage student growth in self‑discipline and self‑concept.
• Initiate appropriate conferences with parents, guardians, administrators, and ancillary personnel to discuss academic progress, attendance, and conduct.
• Communicate with parents or guardians and counsel students on progress, attendance, and conduct.
• Participate in in‑service meetings, professional staff meetings, and use relevant materials provided.
• Coordinate and attend class field trips; work in extra‑curricular and after‑school activities; utilize community resources as appropriate.

• Education & Experience:
  
  Successful completion of all student teaching requirements and all coursework required for the Illinois State Board of Education teaching certificate(s).
• License:
  Valid teaching license(s) issued by the Illinois State Board of Education – either Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS), properly endorsed for this position.
• Knowledge:
  Subject matter consistent with state certification requirements; contemporary teaching principles and practices; classroom and behavior management techniques.
• Abilities:
  Modify instruction to meet student needs; collaborate with faculty and administration to develop and implement an articulated instruction program; work effectively with pupils, parents, guardians, staff members, and community representatives; understand the physical, intellectual, social, and emotional patterns of pupils.
• Skills:
  
  Oral and written communication; interpersonal skills; professional judgment and sound decision making.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Light work – up to 20 pounds of force occasionally or 10 pounds frequently; ability to stoop occasionally, reach frequently, handle objects occasionally, maintain constant talk and hearing; use of near visual acuity; occasional use of offer visual acuity.

Chicago Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.