6th Grade English and History Maternity Leave

Position Title:   6th Grade ELA/ History Maternity Leave Substitute Teacher

F.T.E: 0.5 Temporary

Location: 11530 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60628

Reports To: School Principal

Start Date: February 20th- May 20th

The Mission of Distinctive Schools, an educational practice leader committed to social justice and the elevation of access and achievement in historically marginalized communities, is to support each child in becoming an engaged and curious learner, a confident self-advocate, and a creative problem-solver by setting high expectations and nurturing a positive culture that honors diversity, collaboration, and optimism.

Position Description:

A Distinctive Schools Elementary Teacher will inspire young minds, build strong interpersonal relationships with students and share a commitment to ensuring that every child achieves their full potential. This person will:

Design, prepare and deliver dynamic lesson plans and instructional materials that engage students in 21st century learning experiences

Provide opportunities that challenge students to think critically

Create a developmentally appropriate, positive, inclusive and safe learning environment

Has a mindset of using restorative justice approach with discipline

Monitor progress to ensure all students are demonstrating high rates of growth

Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development

Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse social-emotional, cultural, economic and ability backgrounds

Work closely with team members and parents to best meet the needs to students

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree

Illinois Substitute Teachers License

Illinois Professional Educators License Preferred

Why Join the Distinctive Schools Team:

We are a collaborative team of professionals supporting each other to instill a love of learning in our students

We empower students, families and staff to contribute to our mission in a meaningful way

Distinctive Schools was named one of Crain’s 2021 Best Places to Work in Chicago; culture is at the heart of what we do

We make an impact in our communities by serving some of the most historically marginalized in the city

Distinctive Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.