Kindergarten Teacher

Job Summary

Casals School of Excellence is seeking an experienced Kindergarten teacher who is highly qualified to teach at an AUSL managed Chicago Public School. This position will be staffed with a professional educator who has a proven track record of providing excellent learning experiences, utilizes a variety of instructional strategies, and deepens students’ understanding of multiple literacy concepts. We anticipate candidates with superior content knowledge will collaborate with other classroom teachers in planning units that integrate learning and are aligned with Common Core standards.

Responsibilities:

• Set goals for student achievement supported by a guaranteed and viable curriculum
• Work collaboratively with peers to ensure student success while also participating on the multidisciplinary team to promote students’ well-being
• Serve as an advocate for students with diverse needs
• Use informal and formal assessments to support the development of students
• Collaborate with fellow teachers to create a data-driven, learner-centered, friendly and safe environment demonstrating shared responsibility for achievement
• Design engaging and personalized instruction that nurtures and empowers the whole child resulting in improved student achievement
• Maintain a classroom that demonstrates discipline, order and rigor
• Engage in professional development and coaching to improve practice from full-time AUSL coaches and school administrators The teacher hours include the regular school day (start and end times vary by school site). In some AUSL schools, staff may be asked to teach after-school programs for one hour, three days a week; and attend after-school staff professional development for teachers one day per week. Salary and compensation for after-school hours will be paid according to the Chicago Teacher Union (CTU) collective bargaining agreement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in education * Current Illinois Educator License with appropriate endorsements
• Urban / high-needs teaching experience (2-3 years/Chicago Public Schools experience preferred)
• Reside within the city of Chicago (Residency waivers are provided for subject areas deemed by CPS as special needs. Contact CPS directly regarding residency waivers.)