Lead Teachers, First Grade and Kindergarten
The Academy for Global Citizenship, a contract school, is seeking lead teachers for first grade and kindergarten.
Key Responsibilities:
• Teaching: provides students with various modes of learning to accommodate their different learning styles, by using inquiry, real-life experiences, current events, information technology, the dramatic arts and other lively sources of knowledge.
• Instructional Strategies: responsible for using many different types of instructional strategies including teaching through inquiry, differentiating instruction, and data-driven instruction.
• Technology Integration: incorporates technology across all disciplines as much as possible, where appropriate.
• Professional Development: stays abreast of latest techniques and demonstrates an eagerness to learn new skills and share experiences with others.
• Curriculum Development: works closely with other teachers and staff to ensure curriculum is aligned with Illinois Learning Standards, the IB PYP, and is achieving the goals of the school. Helps review current curriculum and assists in making changes based on performance data. Leads the curriculum implementation strategy for designated grade level.
• Performance Assessment: sets high and measurable goals for student achievement and evaluates student progress in the instructional program.
• New Staff and Student Assimilation: leads the orientation of new staff members and new students and provide opportunities for their input in the school program.
• Community: encourages the use of community resources, cooperates with the community in the use of school facilities, interprets the school program for the community, and maintains communication with community members.
• Leadership: devotes time and gives support to teachers through formal and informal meetings and serves as a school leader by meeting regularly with the administrative team. Required Skills and
Experience:
• 5+ years experience as an educator (ideal)
• Strong leadership skills and personal drive
• Ability to implement programs to improve educational achievement
• Ability to build partnerships with community organizations
• Ability to maintain a safe, orderly environment
• Commitment to technological advancement
• Familiarity with various educational models
• Strong communication skills
• Proven ability to play a lead role in their grade level
• Experience accommodating students with IEPs within the classroom
• Fluent or conversational in Spanish (ideal)
Education Requirements:
• Bachelors Degree in Education
• Masters Degree in education or related fields
• State of Illinois Teaching Certificate
Contact:
Anne Gillespie at
acgilles@mac.com
website:
www.agcchicago.org
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