Job Description

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Masters content area and is able to teach students in a clear and effective manner to drive academic achievement

• Makes meticulous plans for lessons that address higher-order thinking skills, and uses formative assessment to constantly adjust plans based on student needs

• Differentiates instruction to meet the needs of students with varying academic strengths and weaknesses

• Demonstrates effective classroom management skills and builds a classroom culture based on the 26 principles of A Disciplined Life

• Actively participates in professional development and works collaboratively with instructional leaders to improve instructional practices

• Builds meaningful and professional relationships with students and families

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the principal or other school leadership

Qualifications

• Must hold active Illinois Teaching License and be highly qualified in relevant subject areas according to the Illinois State Board of Education

• Evidence of success working in an urban school environment strongly preferred

• Ability to read and write proficiently using the English language

• Ability to interact and speak effectively in interpersonal situations and before groups of people

Physical Demands

Majority of work will be performed in a general office/school environment. Position requires availability for extended hours plus non-traditional hours required to perform job duties. Also requires participation and attendance at organization sponsored events and meetings.

Benefits Summary

Perspectives offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for all full-time employees, including health insurance, dental, vision, paid time off including holidays, short and long term disability, paid life insurance, 403B and the Chicago Teachers' Pension Fund.

Perspectives Charter Schools works affirmatively to include diversity among its workforce and does not discriminate in the selection of its staff on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, income, marital status, or any other dimension of diversity. We encourage diverse candidates to apply for this position.

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