Teacher: Credit Recovery​/Seminar; Anticipated

Credit Recovery/Seminar Teacher

Location:

North Chicago Community High School

Reports To:

Building Principal

Primary Function:
Individuals employed for this position will work directly under the supervision of the Building Principal and administrative team. The individual will be responsible for leading instruction at the school. Teachers work directly with students in providing instructional programs that meet the student's individual aspirations, capabilities, interests, and needs. Teachers work with other teachers, staff, and administrators in achieving the district and department goals, objectives, and philosophy.

They also develop and maintain effective communication with parents. In accordance with school policies as established by the Board of Education, the teachers are responsible for students' supervision and the development and implementation of instructional programs for which they are certified. Teachers are responsible for providing information for the revision and development of new policies regarding educational programs.

Licensure:
Current valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a 9-12 endorsement

Education:

Required Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Education or related field.

Experience:

Required Two (2) years of successful teaching experience working with a diverse population. Preferred Four (4) years of prior successful teaching experience working with a diverse student population in an urban school setting.

Planning and Preparation:
Responsible for demonstrating knowledge of content and pedagogy, students, and resources. Design coherent instruction and select appropriate instructional activities, and has the ability to assess students' learning.

Classroom Environment:
Responsible for creating an environment of respect and rapport, establishes a culture for learning, manages classroom procedures, manages student's behavior, and has the ability to organize physical space.

Instruction:
Communicates clearly and accurately, uses questioning and discussion techniques, engages students in learning, provides feedback to students, and demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness.

Professional Responsibility:
Reflects on teaching, must maintain accurate records, communicates professionally, contributes to the school and district, grows and develops professionally, and shows professionalism.

Technical:
Proficient computer skills including Google Apps, Excel, Microsoft Office. Proficient in IEP software processes and procedures. Knowledgeable about teaching and learning. Works effectively with data and research to develop and assess district strategies that increase student learning.

Interpersonal:
Handle confidential information professionally. Ability to use discretion and exercise sound judgment. Effective oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills. Good organizational and time management skills. Evidence of dependability, integrity, and a strong work ethic. Ability to take the initiative, work independently, meet deadlines, follow complex directions and adapt to changing demands, activities, and workloads.

Achievement focus, Cultural competence, Classroom environment leadership, Collaborative communicator/team player, Reflective learner, Innovative

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:
Standing (? of the time) Walking (? of the time) Sitting (less than? of the time) Significant fine finger dexterity (over? of the time) Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl (up to? of the time) Talk or hear (over? of the time) Lifting up to 10 lbs. (over? of the time); up to 25 lbs. (up to? of the time); up to 50 lbs.

(less than? of the time); up to 100 lbs. (less than? of the time) Pushing and/or pulling (less than? of the time) Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right which eyes are fixed on a given point)

Terms of Employment: 183 days per the collective bargaining agreement.

Salary Range: $46,405 - $88,799 Salary commensurate with education and experience, including benefits package.