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Job Description Italian Teacher Job Description Job Description: 10‐Month Faculty Position Title: Italian Teacher Reporting Relationships: Reports to the Principal or AP of Curriculum and Instruction. Collaborates with Division Chairs, Department Chairs, Instructional Coaches, Counselors, and other faculty. Overview: We seek a dynamic, culturally responsive Italian Teacher to join our high school faculty. The ideal candidate will deliver engaging and high-quality instruction in Italian language and culture—from conversational fluency to literary and written expression. This position emphasizes the development of bilingual proficiency, cultural understanding, and college/career readiness, including possible Advanced Placement and interdisciplinary integration. Summary of Responsibilities: Instruction & Curriculum Development ● Create and implement lesson plans aligned with state standards, ACTFL proficiency guidelines, and in-school benchmarks. ● Teach all language domains—listening, speaking, reading, writing—and integrate literature, multimedia, and cultural exploration. ● Develop frameworks for AP Italian or upper-level courses when applicable. ● Incorporate the latest language acquisition methods—such as TPRS, task-based learning, and communicative approaches—and integrate educational technology like Google Classroom or LMS platforms. (himalayas.app, uncommonschools.org) ● Collaborate with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects that contextualize Italian in history, theology, fine arts, and global issues. Assessment & Student Progress ● Design formative and summative assessments, including oral proficiency evaluations, written exams, and performance assessments. ● Track student growth using proficiency rubrics, gradebooks, and LMS analytics. ● Provide timely feedback to students and families, and participate in conferences to discuss student development. ● Offer intervention sessions, study support, and differentiation to enable success among all learners—including heritage speakers and emerging bilinguals. Classroom Environment & Culture ● Establish a classroom culture rooted in respect, inclusion, and high expectations. ● Utilize culturally responsive teaching and materials to honor Italian-speaking heritage and diversities. ● Celebrate language and culture through student-led presentations, themed events, and extracurricular clubs. (betterteam.com) ● Apply positive behavior strategies and classroom routines to maintain a safe and supportive environment. Professional Collaboration & Development ● Work regularly with department members to refine curriculum, set instructional goals, and share best practices. ● Participate in PLCs, faculty meetings, and professional learning workshops to stay current with trends in language instruction. ● Mentor newer or less-experienced colleagues as needed. Community & Cultural Engagement ● Communicate effectively with families to highlight classroom milestones, student progress, and curriculum expectations. ● Collaborate with community and higher-education partners for Spanish enrichment, including college credit programs, cultural field experiences, or guest speakers. ● Serve as a cultural ambassador for the language program by representing Italian language initiatives at school events, parent nights, and recruitment fairs. Faculty members are expected to: ● Implement curricula and academic interventions that meet grade-level standards ● Design and implement assessments that measure students’ progress toward grade-level standards ● Use student assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices ● Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues ● Create a positive, achievement-oriented, and structured learning environment that excites and invests students ● Collaborate with teachers and leaders to improve instructional, culture-building, and leadership skills by maintaining a cooperative and positive attitude that supports the mission and goals of the school ● Maintain grading records, record daily attendance, and complete all required record keeping as designated by administration ● Maintain open communication with all members of the school faith community ● Be responsive to ongoing instructional coaching and a growth mindset to increase student success ● Attend and fully engage in all professional development, staff meetings, liturgies, and school events such as but not limited to formation experiences, Back to School Night, Open House, Baccalaureate, and Graduation. ● Follow all expectations as outlined in the 2026-2027 Faculty Contract and Handbook ● Any other duty as assigned by the school administration Required Qualifications & Skills: ● Bachelor’s degree in Italian, Education, or relevant field; Master’s preferred. ● Proficiency in Italian (written & spoken) and familiarity with cultural content. ● Classroom management proficiency with diverse student populations. Preferred Qualifications: ● Experience teaching high school Italian, including AP levels. ● Familiarity with ACTFL proficiency standards and bilingual education best practices. ● Previous exposure to interdisciplinary curriculum design and project-based learning. ● Engagement in personal/professional bilingual or cultural experiences abroad or within Spanish-speaking communities. ● Valid secondary teaching certification in Italian. Core Competencies: ● Highly ethical with ability to maintain confidentiality. ● Professional written, verbal, and digital communication. ● Study-based decision-making and continuous improvement orientation. ● Accurate, detail-oriented, and technologically adept. ● Strong collaborator and student-focused service orientation. ● Excellent attendance and reliability. Physical Activity Requirements: ● Routine physical activity associated with a normal school environment. ● While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak and hear to exchange information. ● The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, and balance; bend at the waist, stoop, kneel, and perform work that involves occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 20 lbs. ● Specific vision abilities this job requires include close visual acuity, preparing and analyzing data, viewing computers, and extensive reading. Job Summary: Resurrection College Prep High School is looking for qualified applicants for an opening as a World Languages Teacher. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and a valid Illinois High School teaching certificate is recommended. Application Procedure: Submit your cover letter, resume, and (optionally) a teaching philosophy to: Vanessa Feaman, Associate Principal, vfeaman@reshs.org

Job Description We are seeking for LBS1 Certified Teacher for Immediate hire to work in-person with Special Education students. You will provide non-classroom instruction to students on an individual basis. Responsibilities: • Educate students in their homes., • Design and implement lesson plans as needed., • Document and communicate progress reports, • Provide constructive feedback for students, • Review and assign homework as necessary, • Facilitate tutoring sessions for the prescribed subjects at the agreed time and location Qualifications: • Previous experience in teaching, tutoring, or other related fields, • Ability to build rapport with students, • Sufficient knowledge of core educational subjects, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills Requirements: Must have minimum 2 year Teaching / Tutoring Experience LBS1 Certification Reliable transportation, must live close to Elmhurst / Downers Grove / Wheaton Morning or Afternoon hours required. Evening availability is a plus. Access to the internet, computer, and cell phone About Club Z! Tutoring Services of Naperville: Club Z! In-Home and Online Private Tutoring is the leading provider of academic tutoring and test preparation services in the United States and Canada for over 20 years. We are proud to serve Western Chicago including Elmhurst, Glen Ellyn, Downers Grove, Wheaton, Warrenville, To be considered, please click "Apply Now." \nCompany Description Club Z! In-Home and Online Private Tutoring is the leading provider of academic tutoring and test preparation services in the United States and Canada for over 20 years. Club Z! In-Home and Online Private Tutoring is the leading provider of academic tutoring and test preparation services in the United States and Canada for over 20 years.

Job DescriptionThis is a temporary position located at our Belmont Campus from August 17 to November 9, 2026.About Intrinsic Schools Intrinsic Schools is a public charter network committed to reimagining secondary education so that every student is prepared for postsecondary success and meaningful, world-changing endeavors. We believe deeply in the potential of our students and in the power of great teaching, strong relationships, and intentional use of technology to personalize learning. Our model prioritizes both academic excellence and the development of essential non-cognitive skills such as empathy, independence, perseverance, and intellectual curiosity. Intrinsic serves diverse student communities across two campuses: Belmont (grades 7–12) and Downtown (grades 9–12). Our student population is 90% students of color, 86% eligible for free or reduced lunch, and 19% students with disabilities. We view this diversity as a strength and seek educators who are committed to equity, inclusion, and high expectations for all learners. Our Educational Model • Innovative Instructional Model (POD): Teachers work in collaborative POD teams to serve groups of approximately 60 students. Students rotate through teacher-led instruction, independent and personalized learning via technology, small-group work, and project-based learning, all aligned to individual learning needs. • Opportunities & Choice (C Day): One day per week, students select academic supports (e.g., tutoring, study groups, office hours) and enrichment opportunities aligned to their interests, fostering ownership, agency, and engagement. • Postsecondary Support: From day one, Intrinsic students receive comprehensive postsecondary planning and support, including counseling, early college credit opportunities, and financial guidance, ensuring alignment between student goals and post-graduation pathways.Job Summary The Classroom Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering rigorous, engaging instruction in a secondary learning environment that supports academic growth and personal development for all students. Teachers work under the supervision of the Principal and in close collaboration with instructional coaches, POD teammates, and support staff to continuously improve practice and outcomes for students. Duties and Responsibilities • Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction that promotes active learning and deep understanding, • Analyze student progress data to inform instruction, interventions, and flexible groupings, • Provide students with clear, timely, and actionable feedback that supports growth and mastery, • Integrate instructional technology effectively to personalize learning and increase student agency, • Uphold Intrinsic’s student culture by consistently enforcing expectations outlined in the Student Code of Conduct, • Serve as an advisor by mentoring a group of students, facilitating daily advisory lessons, and conducting individual conferences to monitor academic and social-emotional progress, • Design and lead a C Day club aligned to personal interests and student engagement, • Support student learning beyond the classroom through weekly office hours and targeted academic support, • Maintain accurate, up-to-date gradebooks and student records, • Collaborate with special education staff and other support team members to meet the needs of all learners, • Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to the postsecondary success of every student, • Engage actively in instructional coaching cycles, including data analysis, observation, feedback, video reflection, and practice, • Participate in school-wide professional development, POD planning, grade-level and content-area meetings, and data-driven instruction meetings, • Communicate proactively and professionally with families regarding student progress, strengths, and challenges, • Participate in school events, host student-led conferences, and attend IEP meetings as required Equal Opportunity Employer Intrinsic Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Intrinsic Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Intrinsic Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources. Powered by JazzHR kJmiJ18l6j

Job DescriptionAbout Intrinsic Schools Intrinsic Schools is a public charter network committed to reimagining secondary education so that every student is prepared for postsecondary success and meaningful, world-changing endeavors. We believe deeply in the potential of our students and in the power of great teaching, strong relationships, and intentional use of technology to personalize learning. Our model prioritizes both academic excellence and the development of essential non-cognitive skills such as empathy, independence, perseverance, and intellectual curiosity. Intrinsic serves diverse student communities across two campuses: Belmont (grades 7–12) and Downtown (grades 9–12). Our student population is 90% students of color, 86% eligible for free or reduced lunch, and 19% students with disabilities. We view this diversity as a strength and seek educators who are committed to equity, inclusion, and high expectations for all learners. Our Educational Model • Innovative Instructional Model (POD): Teachers work in collaborative POD teams to serve groups of approximately 60 students. Students rotate through teacher-led instruction, independent and personalized learning via technology, small-group work, and project-based learning, all aligned to individual learning needs. • Opportunities & Choice (C Day): One day per week, students select academic supports (e.g., tutoring, study groups, office hours) and enrichment opportunities aligned to their interests, fostering ownership, agency, and engagement. • Postsecondary Support: From day one, Intrinsic students receive comprehensive postsecondary planning and support, including counseling, early college credit opportunities, and financial guidance, ensuring alignment between student goals and post-graduation pathways.Job Summary The Classroom Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering rigorous, engaging instruction in a secondary learning environment that supports academic growth and personal development for all students. Teachers work under the supervision of the Principal and in close collaboration with instructional coaches, POD teammates, and support staff to continuously improve practice and outcomes for students. Duties and Responsibilities • Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction that promotes active learning and deep understanding, • Analyze student progress data to inform instruction, interventions, and flexible groupings, • Provide students with clear, timely, and actionable feedback that supports growth and mastery, • Integrate instructional technology effectively to personalize learning and increase student agency, • Uphold Intrinsic’s student culture by consistently enforcing expectations outlined in the Student Code of Conduct, • Serve as an advisor by mentoring a group of students, facilitating daily advisory lessons, and conducting individual conferences to monitor academic and social-emotional progress, • Design and lead a C Day club aligned to personal interests and student engagement, • Support student learning beyond the classroom through weekly office hours and targeted academic support, • Maintain accurate, up-to-date gradebooks and student records, • Collaborate with special education staff and other support team members to meet the needs of all learners, • Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to the postsecondary success of every student, • Engage actively in instructional coaching cycles, including data analysis, observation, feedback, video reflection, and practice, • Participate in school-wide professional development, POD planning, grade-level and content-area meetings, and data-driven instruction meetings, • Communicate proactively and professionally with families regarding student progress, strengths, and challenges, • Participate in school events, host student-led conferences, and attend IEP meetings as requiredQualifications, • Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field from an accredited institution, • Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate content-area endorsement (required prior to hire); ESL endorsement preferred, • Comfort using educational technology tools, with curiosity and willingness to learn about emerging tools, including AI, • Ability to build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with students, families, and colleagues, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Demonstrated professionalism, including punctuality, preparedness, accountability, follow-through, and effective collaboration, • Ability to consistently meet daily and weekly deadlines that support high-quality instruction and team success, • Strong work ethic, reflective mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement Equal Opportunity Employer Intrinsic Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Intrinsic Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Intrinsic Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources. Powered by JazzHR Ovr14GP457

Job Description Job Description: Managing Director of Operations and Human Resources Reports To: Chief Operating Officer (COO) Overview As a leading education management organization, Meridian Charter Schools is committed to transforming the lives of students in culturally and linguistically diverse communities by providing students access to high-quality educational opportunities that elevate their identities as an asset and foster equitable and inclusive learning environments. Meridian Charter Schools is a school management organization (SMO) in Chicago, IL that operates three campuses of Chicago International Charter School: CICS Ralph Ellison High School, CICS Northtown Academy High School, and CICS Wrightwood Elementary School. We believe through collective effort, we will have collective impact. Position Summary: The Managing Director of Operations and Human Resources serves as a member of the network leadership team, reporting directly to and partnering closely with the Chief Operations Officer. This position plays a pivotal role in supporting the COO and the network leadership team in realizing our Guiding Principles: Continuous Improvement, Effective Leaders, Collaborative Educators, Ambitious Instruction, Supportive Environment, and Involved Families and Community Engagement. As a Managing Director of Operations and Human Resources, you will lead the HR function while acting as the COO's primary operational partner, driving the execution of strategic initiatives and special projects across the organization. This role bridges strategy and execution, translating the COO's priorities into action, leading cross-functional projects, and serving as the primary HR and operational liaison to school leaders. Duties and Responsibilities: Mission, Vision, Core Values: Partner with the COO and leadership team to formulate, develop, and evaluate continuous improvement in HR, talent management, and operational strategies that achieve the shared vision, mission, and goals of the organization. Translate organizational strategy into implementation plans, leading cross-functional execution across HR and special projects. Ethics and Professional Norms: Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations across HR and operational functions, including but not limited to payroll, benefits, pension, teacher licensure, Title IX, ADA, FMLA, and FLSA. Stay abreast of changes in laws and regulations and adapt organizational practices accordingly. Ensure compliance and confidentiality for all employee systems and information. Equity and Cultural Responsiveness: Embed culture, equity, and inclusion (CEI) into HR practices, policies, and the employee experience. Ensure that each staff member has equitable access to resources and learning opportunities related to onboarding, open enrollment of benefits, position changes, leave administration, pension, teacher licensure, and professional development. Champion equity and social justice principles throughout the organization. Executive Support & Special Projects: Act as the COO's primary proxy on cross-functional and high-priority initiatives. Lead special projects across operations, including system implementations, organizational restructuring, and vendor changes, managing timelines, stakeholder communications, and deliverables. Prepare reports, dashboards, and analysis for COO review and manage follow-through on strategic initiatives. Coordinate with external vendors, partners, and stakeholders on operational projects as assigned. Operations Oversight: Coordinate day-to-day operational functions, primarily within HR and COO-assigned special projects, ensuring alignment across departments. Act as the primary operational and HR liaison to school leaders across all campuses. Oversee Epicenter and school-facing operational systems in coordination with the COO. Human Resources Strategy & Systems: Lead the HR function for the organization; design and implement HR systems, policies, and continuous improvements. Oversee HRIS systems, audits, reporting, and data integrity. Manage a staff-facing policy hub and Leadership Hub to ensure accessible, accurate HR resources for staff and leaders. Oversee and complete all audits of staff records as required by Chicago Public Schools, the Illinois State Board of Education, and other parties. Manage record-keeping in compliance with CPS document retention policies. Talent Acquisition & Staffing: Oversee recruitment strategy, certification compliance, and hiring alignment with school needs and ISBE licensure requirements. Lead teacher recruitment initiatives. Direct certification processes, including semi-annual notices to employees regarding certification changes or expiration dates. Ensure that certified staff are properly credentialed per Illinois State Board of Education requirements. Review and evaluate all coursework in official transcripts for lane advancement as established by the collective bargaining agreement. Collaborate with school leaders to identify staffing needs and ensure timely, effective recruitment processes. Employee Relations & Compliance: Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and school leaders on HR policies, procedures, and best practices. Manage employee relations issues, conduct investigations, and recommend solutions in collaboration with supervisors and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws. Manage workers' compensation procedures, ensuring timely reporting and documentation. Enforce staff code of conduct and organizational policies in compliance with SafeSchools, Safety Cares, and related platforms. Oversee FMLA, ADA, and all leave administration processes. Payroll & Benefits Oversight: Oversee payroll and benefits strategy, vendor relationships, and compliance. Regularly review compensation and benefits, monitor pay procedures, and proactively address and reconcile issues in partnership with the COO and the Payroll & Benefits Specialist. Serve as staff lead for 401(k) and pension (CTPF) administration responsibilities in coordination with third-party administrators. Ensure adherence to collective bargaining agreement provisions related to payroll. Training & Development: Design and implement professional development, compliance training, and leadership coaching programs. Ensure that personnel practices are in compliance with requirements set forth by ISBE and CPS via the SafeSchools platform, including Safety Cares and teacher licensure training. Provide training to school leaders and senior leaders on state licensure. Develop programs to enhance employee performance and support career advancement opportunities. Maintain the organizational professional development database. School & Stakeholder Support: Act as the primary operational and HR liaison to school leaders, providing guidance on staffing, HR policy, and operational processes. Manage attendance-related communications and school-facing HR matters. Build and maintain strong working relationships with campus leaders and network staff to ensure consistent, responsive support across all three campuses. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Certification: SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification preferred or actively pursuing Education Level: Master's degree required, preferably in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Education, or a related field Experience: Minimum of 6 years of progressive HR and/or operations experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role, preferably in the education sector or a similar mission-driven organization Knowledge of HR Laws: Strong knowledge of HR laws, regulations, and best practices, including Title IX, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, and ISBE requirements Strategic Vision: Proven track record of designing and implementing successful HR policies and procedures and effectively communicating them to staff; demonstrated experience leading cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with various senior leaders Talent Management: Demonstrated experience in talent management, employee relations, performance management, payroll and benefits oversight, and compliance Organizational Change: Strategic thinker with the ability to drive organizational change, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment Educational Ethics: Passion for education and a commitment to promoting equity, inclusivity, and social justice for staff in education Travel: Ability to travel within the city of Chicago to area schools and the network office Physical Job Requirements: The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some kneeling, crouching, and significant finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and climate-controlled environment. Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications. Specific duties and responsibilities may evolve as per the organization's needs and growth. Duties and responsibilities are drawn from the research on Professional Standards for Educational Leaders established by the National Policy Board for Educational Administration (NPBEA). This job description will aid in the reviewing of key performance indicators alongside individual feedback cycles. Join Meridian Charter Schools and contribute to our mission of providing exceptional education and support to all students. This position is an opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of students and their families. You are a dedicated and visionary leader with a passion for inclusive education. Meridian Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this pivotal leadership role. Compensation: Meridian Charter Schools provides a competitive salary and benefits package. We are also committed to supporting professional growth/membership educational organizations that align with our work and demonstrate a transformative impact on participants.

Job Description Physical Education Teacher - IHSCA POSITION DESCRIPTION The Physical Education Teacher will provide engaging, culturally responsive instruction for students in grades 9–12 by promoting lifelong wellness, physical fitness, safe decision-making, and personal responsibility while supporting academic growth aligned to ACT, College Readiness, Illinois State Standards, and IHSCA curriculum expectations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Design and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction in Physical Education, Health, and Driver’s Education., • Promote physical fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship, and healthy lifestyle habits through inclusive and engaging activities., • Deliver comprehensive health education addressing physical wellness, mental and emotional health, nutrition, substance abuse prevention, and personal safety., • Provide Driver’s Education instruction focused on safe driving practices, Illinois traffic laws, defensive driving skills, and responsible decision-making., • Utilize data to inform instruction and monitor student progress toward academic and wellness goals., • Create and maintain a positive, structured, and supportive learning environment that fosters student engagement, respect, accountability, and social-emotional growth., • Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including English Learners (ELs), students with disabilities, and students requiring additional academic or behavioral support., • Implement accommodations and modifications for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans to ensure meaningful access to grade-level instruction., • Collaborate with case managers, special education teachers, and support staff to ensure compliance with IEP goals and service delivery., • Support the school’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework by providing Tier 1 instruction and participating in Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions as needed., • Contribute to improving academic achievement for all students, including students with disabilities, by ensuring equitable access to instruction., • Build strong, positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including but not limited to student attendance and other student related documentation., • Prepare and submit lesson plans in a timely manner in accordance with school policy and deadlines., • Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress, wellness initiatives, and Driver’s Education requirements., • Keep accurate logs of all parent communication., • Collaborate with school administration and staff to support school-wide goals, culture, and continuous improvement efforts., • Participate actively in professional learning communities, staff meetings, and ongoing professional development., • Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS • Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with endorsements in Physical Education and Health required; Driver’s Education endorsement preferred or willingness to obtain within a designated timeframe., • Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred to effectively support and communicate with our diverse student population and families., • Demonstrated experience teaching high school students (grades 9–12) preferred., • Knowledge of culturally responsive teaching practices and strategies that support English Learners (ELs), students with IEPs, and students with 504 Plans., • Understanding of MTSS frameworks, differentiated instruction, and inclusive educational practices., • Strong classroom management skills with the ability to foster student engagement, accountability, and mutual respect., • Commitment to promoting student wellness, physical fitness, and safe, responsible decision-making., • Demonstrated ability to effectively motivate, mentor, and build positive relationships with youth from diverse backgrounds., • Uphold the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct when working with students, families, colleagues, and community partners., • Ability to establish and sustain a rigorous, structured, and positive learning environment that supports both academic and social-emotional growth., • Strong commitment to collaboration and contributing to a collegial professional learning community with students, families, staff, and school leadership., • Sound judgment and decision-making skills that balance individual rights, responsibilities, and school policies., • Reflective practitioner who engages in self-assessment and welcomes constructive feedback to improve instructional practice., • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student records and sensitive information in compliance with district, state, and federal regulations., • Successfully pass required background checks, drug screening, and all CPS & Instituto compliance and HR requirements., • Ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute positively to school-wide initiatives., • Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and strong organizational skills., • Ability to remain calm, professional, and responsive in emergency or high-pressure situations. The above is intended to describe the general conditions of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities and requirements. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Nature of work requires high stamina and ability to climb stairs, stand, walk run and perform sports demonstrations. Employee should also be able operate standard business office equipment from time to time. WORKING CONDITIONS Majority of work performed in physical education facilities inside and outside of IHSCA. 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 Medical Dental Vison Life Insurance Short Term Disability Long Term Disability 403b retirement saving plan Chicago Teachers Pension Fund (only with ISBE License) PAID TIME OFF Sick Personal Instituto Health Science Career Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer Open until filled

Job Description Physical Education Teacher - IHSCA POSITION DESCRIPTION The Physical Education Teacher will provide engaging, culturally responsive instruction for students in grades 9–12 by promoting lifelong wellness, physical fitness, safe decision-making, and personal responsibility while supporting academic growth aligned to ACT, College Readiness, Illinois State Standards, and IHSCA curriculum expectations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Design and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction in Physical Education, Health, and Driver’s Education., • Promote physical fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship, and healthy lifestyle habits through inclusive and engaging activities., • Deliver comprehensive health education addressing physical wellness, mental and emotional health, nutrition, substance abuse prevention, and personal safety., • Provide Driver’s Education instruction focused on safe driving practices, Illinois traffic laws, defensive driving skills, and responsible decision-making., • Utilize data to inform instruction and monitor student progress toward academic and wellness goals., • Create and maintain a positive, structured, and supportive learning environment that fosters student engagement, respect, accountability, and social-emotional growth., • Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including English Learners (ELs), students with disabilities, and students requiring additional academic or behavioral support., • Implement accommodations and modifications for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans to ensure meaningful access to grade-level instruction., • Collaborate with case managers, special education teachers, and support staff to ensure compliance with IEP goals and service delivery., • Support the school’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework by providing Tier 1 instruction and participating in Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions as needed., • Contribute to improving academic achievement for all students, including students with disabilities, by ensuring equitable access to instruction., • Build strong, positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including but not limited to student attendance and other student related documentation., • Prepare and submit lesson plans in a timely manner in accordance with school policy and deadlines., • Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress, wellness initiatives, and Driver’s Education requirements., • Keep accurate logs of all parent communication., • Collaborate with school administration and staff to support school-wide goals, culture, and continuous improvement efforts., • Participate actively in professional learning communities, staff meetings, and ongoing professional development., • Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS • Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with endorsements in Physical Education and Health required; Driver’s Education endorsement preferred or willingness to obtain within a designated timeframe., • Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred to effectively support and communicate with our diverse student population and families., • Demonstrated experience teaching high school students (grades 9–12) preferred., • Knowledge of culturally responsive teaching practices and strategies that support English Learners (ELs), students with IEPs, and students with 504 Plans., • Understanding of MTSS frameworks, differentiated instruction, and inclusive educational practices., • Strong classroom management skills with the ability to foster student engagement, accountability, and mutual respect., • Commitment to promoting student wellness, physical fitness, and safe, responsible decision-making., • Demonstrated ability to effectively motivate, mentor, and build positive relationships with youth from diverse backgrounds., • Uphold the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct when working with students, families, colleagues, and community partners., • Ability to establish and sustain a rigorous, structured, and positive learning environment that supports both academic and social-emotional growth., • Strong commitment to collaboration and contributing to a collegial professional learning community with students, families, staff, and school leadership., • Sound judgment and decision-making skills that balance individual rights, responsibilities, and school policies., • Reflective practitioner who engages in self-assessment and welcomes constructive feedback to improve instructional practice., • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student records and sensitive information in compliance with district, state, and federal regulations., • Successfully pass required background checks, drug screening, and all CPS & Instituto compliance and HR requirements., • Ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute positively to school-wide initiatives., • Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and strong organizational skills., • Ability to remain calm, professional, and responsive in emergency or high-pressure situations. The above is intended to describe the general conditions of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities and requirements. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Nature of work requires high stamina and ability to climb stairs, stand, walk run and perform sports demonstrations. Employee should also be able operate standard business office equipment from time to time. WORKING CONDITIONS Majority of work performed in physical education facilities inside and outside of IHSCA. 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 Medical Dental Vison Life Insurance Short Term Disability Long Term Disability 403b retirement saving plan Chicago Teachers Pension Fund (only with ISBE License) PAID TIME OFF Sick Personal Instituto Health Science Career Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer Open until filled

Job DescriptionJob Description As a Special Education Transition Teacher at The Menta Education Group, you will have the freedom and ability to educate a small group of students in a unique, open-concept work-space environment. Our social-emotional learning environments offer engaged and inquiry-based academics combined with a P.B.I.S. structure. 605 S. Albany Ave. Chicago, IL 606126:45am-2:15pm CT, Monday-Friday, following a school calendarDirect Hire with our school: Return school year after school year (no annual contract)Sign On Bonus for Special Education TeachersResponsibilities • Teach a curriculum to prepare 17-21 year old students for their next stage in life, • Provide a differentiated learning environment, • Work collaboratively with staff, including curriculum and clinical staff to yield positive results for the students, • Gain support on-campus from other teachers, administrators, curriculum staff, clinical staff, and various support staff that are Menta employees Have the freedom and ability to personalize learning, • Provide a social-emotional learning environment Qualifications, • IL PEL (Professional Educator's License; out-of-state applicants will need to apply for IL certification) with LBS1 Certification or Other Teacher Certification (Non-Substitute), • Must be flexible in the ability to teach multiple grade levels as student populations change, • Ability to teach a classroom of students within all basic instructional areas, • Ability to work with youth with emotional/behavioral/academic difficulties, • Ability to be flexible, work in teams and creatively problem solve, • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasivelyCompensation & Benefits, • In accordance with the Pay Transparency amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003, information about pay ranges and employee benefits can be found at the following links:, • Full Time Employee Benefits Overview:, • Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match. For more information visit:, • https://menta.com/employee-benefits-full-time/, • Compensation Information:, • https://menta.com/compensation-arizona-and-illinois/, • Please refer to the "Special Education Classroom Instruction" section for this position's categoryMenta Academy Oak ParkMenta Academy Oak Park has relocated to Chicago605 S Albany Ave, Chicago, IL 60612 Our unique, innovative learning environment provides the ideal instructional formula in Menta’s focus on personalized learning, which allows students to have some level of voice and choice on what they learn, the pace at which they learn and to some extent where they learn. Tailoring the learning experiences via a student’s Individual Educational Plan, with an emphasis on student inquiry and interests increases engagement and optimizes learning. Menta Academy Oak Park is one of the most unique educational settings around. The school was designed to look like a Google office since the learning environment mirrors that of a business setting. Students, facilitated by highly skilled educators, learn in a blended learning environment using digital online media, group problem solving, and individual self directed learning. Our methods are steeped in highly recognized scientific research which is designed to provide data driven outcomes. The students will work in any number of spaces created to provide structure, consistency and predictability, all necessary ingredients for a successful educational experience. Areas of learning may include CEO conference table for group work and analysis, a Think Tank where students collaborate in small groups learning to be productive team members, and Socratic Discourse Bleachers where larger groups meet with teacher facilitators to address challenges that require development and critical thinking skills. Students Served: High School-21 More About The Menta Education Group The Menta Education Group’s mission is “To provide innovative solutions to critical problems in education and human services.” Menta brings a framework of educational practices that have been designed and are supported through evidence based practices. Menta’s collaborative process with various school and community stakeholders has resulted in programs designed to educate, support, challenge, empower and celebrate students who present with a range of academic, social and emotional needs. At the beginning of a student’s experience with Menta, a collaborative meeting is held that includes the student, significant people in their lives, Menta staff and other professionals as appropriate. During that meeting, a comprehensive assessment of the student’s past, present and future desires is used to establish a student centered plan (MAP) that serves as a foundation of the student’s Menta programming. A guiding principle of Menta is ‘we do not give up’, while also holding our students and staff to high expectations. The educational offerings at a Menta program provides students with a quality education that is designed to nurture and enhance the skills and maturity needed to meet the challenges of being productive adults and citizens in a rapidly changing 21st century world. Menta’s programs utilize a unique curricular framework that relies on the Expanded Menta Method and Trauma Informed Practices as the foundational principles for the teaching, counseling and mentoring work done by our highly trained staff. Personalized learning is the hub of our strategic curricular design intended to meet the needs of every student. Starting with the end in mind (learning targets and academic goals), a leveraging of current technologies coupled with highly trained instructional facilitators creates a rich learning environment supporting all student needs. Menta’s learning spaces are unique and specially designed to combine traditional teacher/student interaction with state of the art technology and learning innovations. Those learning spaces are flexible and can accommodate a variety of learning activities, such as inquiry learning and project based learning. Our spaces are designed to mimic productive spaces learners would find in business and/or corporate environments, thereby helping students achieve a mind-set designed for adult learning and work. Professional Associations and/or Partnerships The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities. Equal Opportunity Employer The Menta Education Group (“Menta”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender identity and gender expression), color, national origin, religion, age, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Menta’s office.

Job DescriptionJob Description As a High School Special Education Teacher at The Menta Education Group, you will have the freedom and ability to educate a small classroom of students in a self-contained setting. Our social-emotional learning environments offer engaged and inquiry-based academics combined with a P.B.I.S. structure. 605 S. Albany Ave. Chicago, IL 606126:45am-2:15pm CT, Monday-Friday, following a school calendarDirect Hire with our school: Return school year after school year (no annual contract)Sign On Bonus for Special Education TeachersResponsibilities • Teach all subjects in a classroom setting, • Provide a differentiated learning environment, • Work collaboratively with staff, including curriculum and clinical staff to yield positive results for the students, • Gain support on-campus from other teachers, administrators, curriculum staff, clinical staff, and various support staff that are Menta employees Have the freedom and ability to personalize learning, • Provide a social-emotional learning environment, • Have a classroom size of around 10 students with paraprofessional support in the classroomQualifications, • IL PEL (Professional Educator's License; out-of-state applicants will need to apply for IL certification) with LBS1 Certification or Other Teacher Certification (Non-Substitute), • Must be flexible in the ability to teach multiple grade levels as student populations change, • Ability to teach a classroom of students within all basic instructional areas, • Ability to work with youth with emotional/behavioral/academic difficulties, • Ability to be flexible, work in teams and creatively problem solve, • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasivelyCompensation & Benefits, • In accordance with the Pay Transparency amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003, information about pay ranges and employee benefits can be found at the following links:, • Full Time Employee Benefits Overview:, • Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match. For more information visit:, • https://menta.com/employee-benefits-full-time/, • Compensation Information:, • https://menta.com/compensation-arizona-and-illinois/, • Please refer to the "Special Education Classroom Instruction" section for this position's categoryMenta Academy Oak ParkMenta Academy Oak Park has relocated to Chicago605 S Albany Ave, Chicago, IL 60612 Our unique, innovative learning environment provides the ideal instructional formula in Menta’s focus on personalized learning, which allows students to have some level of voice and choice on what they learn, the pace at which they learn and to some extent where they learn. Tailoring the learning experiences via a student’s Individual Educational Plan, with an emphasis on student inquiry and interests increases engagement and optimizes learning. Menta Academy Oak Park is one of the most unique educational settings around. The school was designed to look like a Google office since the learning environment mirrors that of a business setting. Students, facilitated by highly skilled educators, learn in a blended learning environment using digital online media, group problem solving, and individual self directed learning. Our methods are steeped in highly recognized scientific research which is designed to provide data driven outcomes. The students will work in any number of spaces created to provide structure, consistency and predictability, all necessary ingredients for a successful educational experience. Areas of learning may include CEO conference table for group work and analysis, a Think Tank where students collaborate in small groups learning to be productive team members, and Socratic Discourse Bleachers where larger groups meet with teacher facilitators to address challenges that require development and critical thinking skills. Students Served: High School-21 More About The Menta Education Group The Menta Education Group’s mission is “To provide innovative solutions to critical problems in education and human services.” Menta brings a framework of educational practices that have been designed and are supported through evidence based practices. Menta’s collaborative process with various school and community stakeholders has resulted in programs designed to educate, support, challenge, empower and celebrate students who present with a range of academic, social and emotional needs. At the beginning of a student’s experience with Menta, a collaborative meeting is held that includes the student, significant people in their lives, Menta staff and other professionals as appropriate. During that meeting, a comprehensive assessment of the student’s past, present and future desires is used to establish a student centered plan (MAP) that serves as a foundation of the student’s Menta programming. A guiding principle of Menta is ‘we do not give up’, while also holding our students and staff to high expectations. The educational offerings at a Menta program provides students with a quality education that is designed to nurture and enhance the skills and maturity needed to meet the challenges of being productive adults and citizens in a rapidly changing 21st century world. Menta’s programs utilize a unique curricular framework that relies on the Expanded Menta Method and Trauma Informed Practices as the foundational principles for the teaching, counseling and mentoring work done by our highly trained staff. Personalized learning is the hub of our strategic curricular design intended to meet the needs of every student. Starting with the end in mind (learning targets and academic goals), a leveraging of current technologies coupled with highly trained instructional facilitators creates a rich learning environment supporting all student needs. Menta’s learning spaces are unique and specially designed to combine traditional teacher/student interaction with state of the art technology and learning innovations. Those learning spaces are flexible and can accommodate a variety of learning activities, such as inquiry learning and project based learning. Our spaces are designed to mimic productive spaces learners would find in business and/or corporate environments, thereby helping students achieve a mind-set designed for adult learning and work. Professional Associations and/or Partnerships The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities. Equal Opportunity Employer The Menta Education Group (“Menta”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender identity and gender expression), color, national origin, religion, age, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Menta’s office.

Job DescriptionDescription: Organization Overview The Academy for Urban School Leadership (AUSL) is a non-profit organization that recruits, trains, and supports new teachers in underserved communities to ensure every student has a great teacher and a transformative education. Founded in Chicago, IL, AUSL became the first urban teacher residency in 2001. Building on 25 years of transformative impact, AUSL is entering into a period of rapid expansion as we work to address the nation’s critical teacher shortage. As part of AUSL’s Vision 2030 plan, we’re committed to training 500 new teachers a year by 2030. To learn more about AUSL, please visit our website. Role Overview The Director of Programs is a senior operational and strategic leader within the program team. This role serves as the connective tissue across all program verticals, ensuring that leadership has the real-time visibility, operational infrastructure, and strategic insight needed to drive program-wide excellence. The Director of Programs partners closely with the Chief Program Officer (CPO) to advance organizational priorities, manage critical cross-functional projects, and ensure that the program team operates with clarity, cohesion, and impact. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role suited for a deeply collaborative leader who brings both strategic acumen and operational rigor, and who is passionate about new teacher development and the systems that enable educators to thrive. Key Responsibilities Program Operations & Strategic Visibility (30%) • Coordinates across all program verticals to ensure real-time visibility into program performance and emerging priorities., • Leads monthly program leadership team data review cycles, synthesizing program-wide insight to inform CPO-level strategic decisions., • Builds and maintains program SOPs, playbooks, and documentation that institutionalize best practices as the team grows; manages and operationalizes programmatic shifts and development., • Supports program-wide special projects as needed, conducting research, cohort modeling, staffing projections, and growth planning to enable data-informed decision-making. Partnership Management (25%) • Supports New Partner Launches, providing strategic framing and tactical support to ensure smooth, high-quality onboarding., • Serves as a primary point of contact for partner relationships, building trust and ensuring alignment between partner needs and organizational goals., • Monitors partnership health and outcomes, proactively identifying risks or opportunities and adjusting strategy as needed., • Monitors programmatic trends, challenges, and opportunities, proactively surfacing recommendations to program leadership. Leadership Engagement & Culture (10%) • Prepares and facilitates org-wide program vision sessions, retreats, and key leadership engagements for the program team., • Acts as a trusted thought partner to the CPO and program leadership, managing sensitive information and representing leadership priorities across the organization. Talent & People Development (10%) • Supports hiring, leadership development, performance conversations, and talent pipeline development across the program team., • Partners with program leaders to identify professional growth opportunities and strengthen the leadership bench. Content & Instructional Expertise (25%) • Brings deep expertise and knowledge of new teacher development and research-based instructional practices to inform program design, coaching frameworks, and organizational strategy., • Serves as an internal resource and thought leader on best practices in teacher development, drawing on current research to shape program priorities and quality standards.Requirements: Required • 7+ years of experience in education, teacher development, or a related field, with at least 3 years in a program or operational leadership role., • Deep expertise in new teacher development and evidence-based instructional practices., • Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional projects and driving results across multiple teams., • Strong analytical skills with experience in data synthesis, cohort modeling, or program performance analysis., • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to synthesize complex information for senior leadership., • Proven ability to build systems, SOPs, and documentation that enable organizational scale., • Track record of supporting and developing talent, including hiring, performance management, and leadership coaching., • Has reliable transportation to commute to school sites in and around Chicagoland, • Genuinely enjoys in-person collaboration and thrives working alongside colleagues, with the flexibility to adjust their schedule and location as team and project needs shift in a hybrid environment. Preferred • Experience in a Chief of Staff, Deputy Director, or senior strategy and operations role within an educational organization., • Familiarity with new partner launch processes or organizational expansion in an education context., • Comfort operating in a fast-paced, growing organization with an ability to navigate ambiguity and lead through change. Core Competencies • Proactive Problem-Solving: Anticipates challenges before they arise by thinking several steps ahead, connecting dots across people and processes, and building long-term plans that prevent issues rather than react to them, • Strategic Thinking: Translates organizational vision into operational plans and connects day-to-day work to long-term program goals., • Systems & Operations: Designs and maintains structures that bring clarity, efficiency, and accountability across a complex organization., • Collaboration & Influence: Builds trust across teams and levels; moves work forward through relationships, not just authority., • Analytical Rigor: Uses data to drive decisions and is comfortable working with ambiguous or complex information., • Instructional Expertise: Grounds decisions in a deep understanding of teacher development and what it takes to support new educators., • Communication: Communicates with precision, warmth, and clarity in writing, facilitation, and interpersonal settings. Benefits • Paid time off, sick time and holidays, • Medical Insurance - Blue Cross Blue Shield, • Dental Insurance, • Vision Insurance, • Life Insurance, • Short-Term Disability, • Long-Term Disability, • 403(b) Retirement Savings - Annual Matching, • Flex Spending Account - Medical, • Flex Spending Account - Dependent Care, • Employee Assistance Program, • Parental Leave, • Accidental Insurance, • Perks at Work Discounts, • Annual Professional Growth Plans AUSL is an equal-opportunity employer. Employees and applicants will be treated fairly and without regard to their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

Job Description Title: Middle School ELA Teacher Location: CICS Prairie- 11530 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60628 Reports To: Principal Salary Range: Starting salary for certified teachers starts at $70,000 Employee Type: Regular Full Time Start Date: August 2026 Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders. Position Overview Distinctive teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student through strong relationships, high expectations, and a belief that all students can achieve great things in school and beyond. Teachers have a laser focus on instruction that engages learners and provides multiple opportunities for application of learned content. All teachers engage in individual and team deep intellectual preparation and lesson plans aligned to grade-level standards that use the core curriculum. Checks for understanding, student work, and assessments are used to make real-time and planned adjustments and deep review of student work to address gaps in instruction. Teachers have strong content knowledge in the subject-matter they teach in order to recognize, understand and respond to the content problems. At Distinctive Schools, teachers grow through cycles of practice, feedback, practice, and feedback. Teachers build classroom communities with strong routines, rituals, and management practices that maximize time for instruction. Teachers maintain effective and ongoing communication on progress with students and families. Responsibilities Culture • Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making, • Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things, • Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making, • Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff, • Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset, • Foster positive climate and culture, • Serve as a positive role model Preparation, Instruction and Assessment 90% • Implement the DS Model, • Provide consistent opportunities for all students to to work on grade-appropriate, • assignments using the core curriculum, resources, and strategies with frequent checks for understanding, • Deliver strong Instruction that requires that students hold the cognitive lift and are deeply engaged in the learning, • Use core instructional tools to design, prepare and deliver dynamic lesson aligned to grade-level standards that engage students in rigorous learning experiences, • Commit to student-centered, personalized learning that puts the student in the driver’s seat and integrates their needs, strengths and interests into the learning, • Maintain inventory of all instructional materials, • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, • Analyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate response/strategies, making adjustments as needed to support students in mastering grade level standards, • Assess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units and analyze assessment data through campus and network wide systems, • Engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness, • Participate in all required professional development and meetings, • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Classroom Culture 10% • Maintain an organized and welcoming environment that provides students with a sense of belonging, joy, hope, and safety, • Manage strong classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learning, • Build strong relationships with students, families and colleagues, • Communicate effectively and frequently with students and families, • Has a mindset of using restorative justice approach with discipline and behavior management in alignment with campus and network practices, • Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievement Requirements & Qualifications (minimum) Education Bachelor’s Degree Qualifications • Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment or Proof of enrollment into a Teacher Certification program within 30 days of employment, • Content Area Endorsement (Academic expertise in related fields of study), • Technology demands:, • Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple source, • Proficient with cloud based software solutions (Google Suite), • Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the position, • Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration Physical demands Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing. Benefits • 25+ paid holidays, upfront sick leave, and an accrual-based personal time bank, • 12 weeks family paid leave, • Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision), • 403b match, • Fully match up to 3%, • 50% match up to 5%, • Professional development including tuition reimbursement, • Gym and wellness discounts, • And more Description Disclaimer Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility. EEO 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. Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact talent@distinctiveschools.org or call 773.828.4191

Job Description Title: K-8 Music Teacher Location: Chicago IL Reports To: Principal Salary Range: Starting salary for certified teachers starts at $70,000 Employee Type: Regular Full Time Start Date: August 2026 Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders. Position Overview Distinctive teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student through strong relationships, high expectations, and a belief that all students can achieve great things in school and beyond. Teachers have a laser focus on instruction that engages learners and provides multiple opportunities for application of learned content. All teachers engage in individual and team deep intellectual preparation and lesson plans aligned to grade-level standards that use the core curriculum. Checks for understanding, student work, and assessments are used to make real-time and planned adjustments and deep review of student work to address gaps in instruction. Teachers have strong content knowledge in the subject-matter they teach in order to recognize, understand and respond to the content problems. At Distinctive Schools, teachers grow through cycles of practice, feedback, practice, and feedback. Teachers build classroom communities with strong routines, rituals, and management practices that maximize time for instruction. Teachers maintain effective and ongoing communication on progress with students and families. Responsibilities Culture • Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making, • Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things, • Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making, • Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff, • Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset, • Foster positive climate and culture, • Serve as a positive role model Preparation, Instruction and Assessment 90% • Implement the DS Model, • Provide consistent opportunities for all students to to work on grade-appropriate, • assignments using the core curriculum, resources, and strategies with frequent checks for understanding, • Deliver strong Instruction that requires that students hold the cognitive lift and are deeply engaged in the learning, • Use core instructional tools to design, prepare and deliver dynamic lesson aligned to grade-level standards that engage students in rigorous learning experiences, • Commit to student-centered, personalized learning that puts the student in the driver’s seat and integrates their needs, strengths and interests into the learning, • Maintain inventory of all instructional materials, • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, • Analyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate response/strategies, making adjustments as needed to support students in mastering grade level standards, • Assess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units and analyze assessment data through campus and network wide systems, • Engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness, • Participate in all required professional development and meetings, • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Classroom Culture 10% • Maintain an organized and welcoming environment that provides students with a sense of belonging, joy, hope, and safety, • Manage strong classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learning, • Build strong relationships with students, families and colleagues, • Communicate effectively and frequently with students and families, • Has a mindset of using restorative justice approach with discipline and behavior management in alignment with campus and network practices, • Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievement Requirements & Qualifications (minimum) Education Bachelor’s Degree Qualifications • Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment or Proof of enrollment into a Teacher Certification program within 30 days of employment, • Content Area Endorsement (Academic expertise in related fields of study), • Technology demands:, • Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple source, • Proficient with cloud based software solutions (Google Suite), • Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the position, • Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration Physical demands Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing. Benefits • 25+ paid holidays, upfront sick leave, and an accrual-based personal time bank, • 12 weeks family paid leave, • Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision), • 403b match, • Fully match up to 3%, • 50% match up to 5%, • Professional development including tuition reimbursement, • Gym and wellness discounts, • And more Description Disclaimer Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility. EEO 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. Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact talent@distinctiveschools.org or call 773.828.4191

Job Description Title: Middle School Math Teacher Location: CICS Prairie- 11530 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60628 Reports To: Principal Salary Range: Starting salary for certified teachers starts at $70,000 Employee Type: Regular Full Time Start Date: August 2026 Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders. Position Overview Distinctive teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student through strong relationships, high expectations, and a belief that all students can achieve great things in school and beyond. Teachers have a laser focus on instruction that engages learners and provides multiple opportunities for application of learned content. All teachers engage in individual and team deep intellectual preparation and lesson plans aligned to grade-level standards that use the core curriculum. Checks for understanding, student work, and assessments are used to make real-time and planned adjustments and deep review of student work to address gaps in instruction. Teachers have strong content knowledge in the subject-matter they teach in order to recognize, understand and respond to the content problems. At Distinctive Schools, teachers grow through cycles of practice, feedback, practice, and feedback. Teachers build classroom communities with strong routines, rituals, and management practices that maximize time for instruction. Teachers maintain effective and ongoing communication on progress with students and families. Responsibilities Culture • Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making, • Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things, • Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making, • Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff, • Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset, • Foster positive climate and culture, • Serve as a positive role model Preparation, Instruction and Assessment 90% • Implement the DS Model, • Provide consistent opportunities for all students to to work on grade-appropriate, • assignments using the core curriculum, resources, and strategies with frequent checks for understanding, • Deliver strong Instruction that requires that students hold the cognitive lift and are deeply engaged in the learning, • Use core instructional tools to design, prepare and deliver dynamic lesson aligned to grade-level standards that engage students in rigorous learning experiences, • Commit to student-centered, personalized learning that puts the student in the driver’s seat and integrates their needs, strengths and interests into the learning, • Maintain inventory of all instructional materials, • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, • Analyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate response/strategies, making adjustments as needed to support students in mastering grade level standards, • Assess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units and analyze assessment data through campus and network wide systems, • Engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness, • Participate in all required professional development and meetings, • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Classroom Culture 10% • Maintain an organized and welcoming environment that provides students with a sense of belonging, joy, hope, and safety, • Manage strong classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learning, • Build strong relationships with students, families and colleagues, • Communicate effectively and frequently with students and families, • Has a mindset of using restorative justice approach with discipline and behavior management in alignment with campus and network practices, • Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievement Requirements & Qualifications (minimum) Education Bachelor’s Degree Qualifications • Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment or Proof of enrollment into a Teacher Certification program within 30 days of employment, • Content Area Endorsement (Academic expertise in related fields of study), • Technology demands:, • Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple source, • Proficient with cloud based software solutions (Google Suite), • Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the position, • Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration Physical demands Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing. Benefits • 25+ paid holidays, upfront sick leave, and an accrual-based personal time bank, • 12 weeks family paid leave, • Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision), • 403b match, • Fully match up to 3%, • 50% match up to 5%, • Professional development including tuition reimbursement, • Gym and wellness discounts, • And more Description Disclaimer Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility. EEO 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. Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact talent@distinctiveschools.org or call 773.828.4191

Job Description Title: MS Science Teacher Location: CICS Longwood 1309 W. 95th Street, Chicago, IL 60643 Reports To: Principal Salary Range: Starting salary for certified teachers starts at $70,000 Employee Type: Regular Full Time Start Date: August 2026 Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders. Position Overview Distinctive teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student through strong relationships, high expectations, and a belief that all students can achieve great things in school and beyond. Teachers have a laser focus on instruction that engages learners and provides multiple opportunities for application of learned content. All teachers engage in individual and team deep intellectual preparation and lesson plans aligned to grade-level standards that use the core curriculum. Checks for understanding, student work, and assessments are used to make real-time and planned adjustments and deep review of student work to address gaps in instruction. Teachers have strong content knowledge in the subject-matter they teach in order to recognize, understand and respond to the content problems. At Distinctive Schools, teachers grow through cycles of practice, feedback, practice, and feedback. Teachers build classroom communities with strong routines, rituals, and management practices that maximize time for instruction. Teachers maintain effective and ongoing communication on progress with students and families. Responsibilities Culture • Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making, • Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things, • Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making, • Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff, • Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset, • Foster positive climate and culture, • Serve as a positive role model Preparation, Instruction and Assessment 90% • Implement the DS Model, • Provide consistent opportunities for all students to to work on grade-appropriate, • assignments using the core curriculum, resources, and strategies with frequent checks for understanding, • Deliver strong Instruction that requires that students hold the cognitive lift and are deeply engaged in the learning, • Use core instructional tools to design, prepare and deliver dynamic lesson aligned to grade-level standards that engage students in rigorous learning experiences, • Commit to student-centered, personalized learning that puts the student in the driver’s seat and integrates their needs, strengths and interests into the learning, • Maintain inventory of all instructional materials, • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, • Analyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate response/strategies, making adjustments as needed to support students in mastering grade level standards, • Assess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units and analyze assessment data through campus and network wide systems, • Engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness, • Participate in all required professional development and meetings, • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Classroom Culture 10% • Maintain an organized and welcoming environment that provides students with a sense of belonging, joy, hope, and safety, • Manage strong classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learning, • Build strong relationships with students, families and colleagues, • Communicate effectively and frequently with students and families, • Has a mindset of using restorative justice approach with discipline and behavior management in alignment with campus and network practices, • Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievement Requirements & Qualifications (minimum) Education Bachelor’s Degree Qualifications • Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment or Proof of enrollment into a Teacher Certification program within 30 days of employment, • Content Area Endorsement (Academic expertise in related fields of study), • Technology demands:, • Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple source, • Proficient with cloud based software solutions (Google Suite), • Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the position, • Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration Physical demands Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing. Benefits • 25+ paid holidays, upfront sick leave, and an accrual-based personal time bank, • 12 weeks family paid leave, • Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision), • 403b match, • Fully match up to 3%, • 50% match up to 5%, • Professional development including tuition reimbursement, • Gym and wellness discounts, • And more Description Disclaimer Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility. EEO 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. Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact talent@distinctiveschools.org or call 773.828.4191

Job DescriptionThis is a temporary position located at the Belmont Campus from August 17 to November 9, 2026.About Intrinsic Schools Intrinsic Schools is a public charter network committed to reimagining secondary education so that every student is prepared for postsecondary success and meaningful, world-changing endeavors. We believe deeply in the potential of our students and in the power of great teaching, strong relationships, and intentional use of technology to personalize learning. Our model prioritizes both academic excellence and the development of essential non-cognitive skills such as empathy, independence, perseverance, and intellectual curiosity. Intrinsic serves diverse student communities across two campuses: Belmont (grades 7–12) and Downtown (grades 9–12). Our student population is 90% students of color, 86% eligible for free or reduced lunch, and 19% students with disabilities. We view this diversity as a strength and seek educators who are committed to equity, inclusion, and high expectations for all learners. Our Educational Model • Innovative Instructional Model (POD): Teachers work in collaborative POD teams to serve groups of approximately 60 students. Students rotate through teacher-led instruction, independent and personalized learning via technology, small-group work, and project-based learning, all aligned to individual learning needs. • Opportunities & Choice (C Day): One day per week, students select academic supports (e.g., tutoring, study groups, office hours) and enrichment opportunities aligned to their interests, fostering ownership, agency, and engagement. • Postsecondary Support: From day one, Intrinsic students receive comprehensive postsecondary planning and support, including counseling, early college credit opportunities, and financial guidance, ensuring alignment between student goals and post-graduation pathways.Job Summary The Classroom Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering rigorous, engaging instruction in a secondary learning environment that supports academic growth and personal development for all students. Teachers work under the supervision of the Principal and in close collaboration with instructional coaches, POD teammates, and support staff to continuously improve practice and outcomes for students. Duties and Responsibilities • Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction that promotes active learning and deep understanding, • Analyze student progress data to inform instruction, interventions, and flexible groupings, • Provide students with clear, timely, and actionable feedback that supports growth and mastery, • Integrate instructional technology effectively to personalize learning and increase student agency, • Uphold Intrinsic’s student culture by consistently enforcing expectations outlined in the Student Code of Conduct, • Serve as an advisor by mentoring a group of students, facilitating daily advisory lessons, and conducting individual conferences to monitor academic and social-emotional progress, • Design and lead a C Day club aligned to personal interests and student engagement, • Support student learning beyond the classroom through weekly office hours and targeted academic support, • Maintain accurate, up-to-date gradebooks and student records, • Collaborate with special education staff and other support team members to meet the needs of all learners, • Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to the postsecondary success of every student, • Engage actively in instructional coaching cycles, including data analysis, observation, feedback, video reflection, and practice, • Participate in school-wide professional development, POD planning, grade-level and content-area meetings, and data-driven instruction meetings, • Communicate proactively and professionally with families regarding student progress, strengths, and challenges, • Participate in school events, host student-led conferences, and attend IEP meetings as required Equal Opportunity Employer Intrinsic Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Intrinsic Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Intrinsic Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources. Powered by JazzHR XNqGhvVsNc

Job DescriptionAbout Intrinsic Schools Intrinsic Schools is a public charter network committed to reimagining secondary education so that every student is prepared for postsecondary success and meaningful, world-changing endeavors. We believe deeply in the potential of our students and in the power of great teaching, strong relationships, and intentional use of technology to personalize learning. Our model prioritizes both academic excellence and the development of essential non-cognitive skills such as empathy, independence, perseverance, and intellectual curiosity. Intrinsic serves diverse student communities across two campuses: Belmont (grades 7–12) and Downtown (grades 9–12). Our student population is 90% students of color, 86% eligible for free or reduced lunch, and 19% students with disabilities. We view this diversity as a strength and seek educators who are committed to equity, inclusion, and high expectations for all learners. Our Educational Model • Innovative Instructional Model (POD): Teachers work in collaborative POD teams to serve groups of approximately 60 students. Students rotate through teacher-led instruction, independent and personalized learning via technology, small-group work, and project-based learning, all aligned to individual learning needs. • Opportunities & Choice (C Day): One day per week, students select academic supports (e.g., tutoring, study groups, office hours) and enrichment opportunities aligned to their interests, fostering ownership, agency, and engagement. • Postsecondary Support: From day one, Intrinsic students receive comprehensive postsecondary planning and support, including counseling, early college credit opportunities, and financial guidance, ensuring alignment between student goals and post-graduation pathways. Job Summary The Special Education Teacher provides special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to student ability levels. Work in self contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned. Duties/Responsibilities • Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEPs for each student assigned, • Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and shows written evidence of preparation as required, • Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students, • Keep informed of and complies with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers, • Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, • Maintain confidentiality, • Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed, and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments, • Analyze student progress data to inform instruction, interventions, and flexible groupings, • Provide students with clear, timely, and actionable feedback that supports growth and mastery, • Uphold Intrinsic’s student culture by consistently enforcing expectations outlined in the Student Code of Conduct, • Serve as an advisor by mentoring a group of students, facilitating daily advisory lessons, and conducting individual conferences to monitor academic and social-emotional progress, • Design and lead a C Day club aligned to personal interests and student engagement, • Support student learning beyond the classroom through weekly office hours and targeted academic support, • Engage actively in instructional coaching cycles, including data analysis, observation, feedback, video reflection, and practice, • Participate in school-wide professional development, POD planning, grade-level and content-area meetings, and data-driven instruction meetings, • Participate in school events and host student-led conferences Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Special Education from an accredited institution; MS is a plus, • Valid LBS1 license required, • Experience working with children with a wide range of disabilities, • Ability to create IEPs, • Strong knowledge of current special education topics and methodologies, • Comfort using educational technology tools, with curiosity and willingness to learn about emerging tools, including AI, • A patient, resourceful, and resilient personality, • Ability to build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with students, families, and colleagues, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Demonstrated professionalism, including punctuality, preparedness, accountability, follow-through, and effective collaboration, • Ability to consistently meet daily and weekly deadlines that support high-quality instruction and team success, • Strong work ethic, reflective mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement Equal Opportunity Employer Intrinsic Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Intrinsic Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Intrinsic Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources. Powered by JazzHR SK6jugmBJc

Job Description Start Date: August 1, 2026ReGeneration Schools, founded in 2016, is a nationally ranked charter program with seven charter schools located in Illinois and Ohio. ReGeneration serves over 1800 students of whom 99% are minority and 86% are low income. U.S. News and World Report’s 2021 School Ranking listed all ReGeneration elementary schools among the top ten charter elementary schools in Illinois. ReGeneration expanded to Ohio in 2019, opening its Bond Hill campus in 2019. ReGeneration expanded in Ohio, adding two more campuses effective July 2023. Our mission is to ensure that all children have equal access to a high quality, college-preparatory education through academic excellence and the content of their character. Through rigorous academics, teaching excellence, character development, and high expectations, ReGeneration is nurturing the leaders of tomorrow. We are looking for English Language Arts Teachers for our Middle Schools in Chicago. The primary responsibility of our Middle School ELA Teachers is the implementation of ReGenerations’ curriculum and the success of their students. We seek teachers who have superior content knowledge, a track record of providing excellent learning experiences that deepens students’ understanding of multiple literacy concepts, and are committed to continuously improving their practice through collaboration. Lower Elementary Teacher positions available: Qualifications: Believes low-income students can become college and career ready High expectations on personal and team performance Flexible to changing priorities and conditions Demonstrate initiative and creativity Organized and ability to multitask to meet deadlines Communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing Demonstrate mastery of academic subjects and behavioral intervention 1-5 years of teaching experience • Valid Illinois State License OR substitute license required (actively applying accepted), • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution required Responsibilities: Implement curricula and activities to meet academic standards. Design, implement, and use informal and formal assessments to measure progress of students Use data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices. Work collaboratively with the school team to determine instructional and social needs of students that ensures success, and promotes students’ well-being. Participate in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions. Collaborate with fellow teachers to create a friendly and safe environment demonstrating shared responsibility for achievement. Adhere to and support all school policies to enforce school core values, high expectations, and strict code of conduct Set and attain ambitious student achievement and social-emotional benchmarks. Model and encourage appropriate student behavior (i.e. grit, self-control, social intelligence, optimism and curiosity). Work with the school team to constantly evaluate and improve mastery of instructional, culture building, and leadership skills. Maintain a classroom that demonstrates discipline, order and rigor. Ensure that all students graduate ready for the next academic level. Be accountable for students’ mastery of academic standards. Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues. Reflect critically on teaching practice and implement improvement strategies as needed. Participate in mandatory summer orientation (3 weeks) and training. Other duties as assigned Compensation: Competitive salary (based on education and experience) and generous benefit package. ReGeneration Schools is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disability.

Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Competitive salary, • Paid time off, • Training & development Education Supervisor.pdf 22.91 KBEducation Supervisor – Head Start Program Position Summary The Education Supervisor provides leadership, oversight, and continuous quality improvement for all educational services within the Head Start program. This role ensures full compliance with the Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS, 45 CFR Parts 1301–1305) and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The Education Supervisor leads instructional quality, curriculum implementation, assessment systems, and professional development to ensure school readiness outcomes for all children through developmentally appropriate, culturally responsive, and inclusive practices. Supervisory Responsibility Directly supervises Education Coordinators, Lead Teachers, Teachers, Teacher Assistants, and classroom support staff. Provides instructional coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluation. Supports recruitment, onboarding, and retention of qualified education staff. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Educational Program Leadership (HSPPS 1302 Subpart C) Oversee implementation of a research-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework (HSELOF). Ensure curriculum fidelity, vertical alignment, and integration across all learning domains. Lead instructional planning that supports cognitive, social-emotional, physical, language, and literacy development. Ensure individualized instruction based on child assessment data. 1. Child Assessment and Data Systems (HSPPS 1302.33) Oversee valid and reliable child assessment systems. Ensure data-driven instruction and continuous quality improvement. Monitor ongoing assessment, documentation, and progress monitoring. Lead data analysis for program planning and school readiness goals. 1. School Readiness Goals (HSPPS 1302.102) Lead development, implementation, and evaluation of school readiness goals. Align classroom practices, curriculum, assessments, and family engagement with school readiness objectives. -Ensure coordinated planning across service areas. 1. Professional Development & Staff Development (HSPPS 1302.92) Develop and implement comprehensive training and professional development systems. Ensure staff qualifications and credentials meet federal and state requirements. Support continuous improvement through coaching, mentoring, and reflective supervision. Ensure compliance with teacher qualification standards. 1. Inclusive Practices & Disabilities Services (HSPPS 1302 Subpart F) Ensure full inclusion of children with disabilities. Coordinate with Disabilities Coordinators and service providers. Support implementation of IFSPs and IEPs. Promote Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and individualized supports. 1. Health, Mental Health, and Wellness Integration (HSPPS 1302 Subpart D) Collaborate with health and mental health staff to integrate wellness into classroom environments. Promote trauma-informed, developmentally appropriate practices. Ensure safe, healthy learning environments. 1. Family Engagement Integration (HSPPS 1302 Subpart E) Ensure educational services align with Family and Community Engagement (PFCE) Framework. Support parent involvement in learning and school readiness. Promote culturally responsive family partnerships. 1. ERSEA Alignment (HSPPS 1302 Subpart A) Coordinate with ERSEA staff to ensure education services align with enrollment, attendance, and engagement strategies. 1. Compliance, Monitoring, and Accountability Ensure compliance with all Head Start Program Performance Standards. Lead internal monitoring, classroom observations, and compliance reviews. Prepare documentation for federal, state, and funding source monitoring. Support CLASS implementation and quality improvement initiatives. 1. Governance and Program Systems (HSPPS 1301 & 1303) Provide reports and data to Policy Council and Governing Board. Participate in program planning, grant development, and strategic initiatives. Support coordinated service delivery systems. -Performance Standards Alignment This position ensures compliance with: - 45 CFR Part 1301 – Program Governance - 45 CFR Part 1302 – Program Operations - Subpart A – ERSEA - Subpart B – Safe Environments - Subpart C – Education and Child Development - Subpart D – Health Services - Subpart E – Family and Community Engagement - Subpart F – Additional Services for Children with Disabilities - 45 CFR Part 1303 – Financial and Administrative Management - 45 CFR Part 1304 – Federal Administrative Data Requirements - 45 CFR Part 1305 – Definitions Required Qualifications Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education Administration, or related field (preferred). Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (minimum requirement). Minimum of 3–5 years experience in Head Start or early childhood program leadership. Demonstrated knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards. Experience with curriculum implementation, CLASS, child assessment systems, and CQI processes. Core Competencies Instructional leadership Data-driven decision-making Regulatory compliance Staff supervision and development Program evaluation Cultural and linguistic responsiveness Trauma-informed leadership Collaborative systems leadership Physical and Work Requirements Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and occasional weekends. Ability to travel between program sites. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Equal Opportunity Statement The Head Start Program is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status 1

Job DescriptionAbout Intrinsic Schools Intrinsic Schools is a public charter network committed to reimagining secondary education so that every student is prepared for postsecondary success and meaningful, world-changing endeavors. We believe deeply in the potential of our students and in the power of great teaching, strong relationships, and intentional use of technology to personalize learning. Our model prioritizes both academic excellence and the development of essential non-cognitive skills such as empathy, independence, perseverance, and intellectual curiosity. Intrinsic serves diverse student communities across two campuses: Belmont (grades 7–12) and Downtown (grades 9–12). Our student population is 90% students of color, 86% eligible for free or reduced lunch, and 19% students with disabilities. We view this diversity as a strength and seek educators who are committed to equity, inclusion, and high expectations for all learners. Our Educational Model • Innovative Instructional Model (POD): Teachers work in collaborative POD teams to serve groups of approximately 60 students. Students rotate through teacher-led instruction, independent and personalized learning via technology, small-group work, and project-based learning, all aligned to individual learning needs. • Opportunities & Choice (C Day): One day per week, students select academic supports (e.g., tutoring, study groups, office hours) and enrichment opportunities aligned to their interests, fostering ownership, agency, and engagement. • Postsecondary Support: From day one, Intrinsic students receive comprehensive postsecondary planning and support, including counseling, early college credit opportunities, and financial guidance, ensuring alignment between student goals and post-graduation pathways.Job Summary The Classroom Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering rigorous, engaging instruction in a secondary learning environment that supports academic growth and personal development for all students. Teachers work under the supervision of the Principal and in close collaboration with instructional coaches, POD teammates, and support staff to continuously improve practice and outcomes for students. Duties and Responsibilities • Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction that promotes active learning and deep understanding, • Analyze student progress data to inform instruction, interventions, and flexible groupings, • Provide students with clear, timely, and actionable feedback that supports growth and mastery, • Integrate instructional technology effectively to personalize learning and increase student agency, • Uphold Intrinsic’s student culture by consistently enforcing expectations outlined in the Student Code of Conduct, • Serve as an advisor by mentoring a group of students, facilitating daily advisory lessons, and conducting individual conferences to monitor academic and social-emotional progress, • Design and lead a C Day club aligned to personal interests and student engagement, • Support student learning beyond the classroom through weekly office hours and targeted academic support, • Maintain accurate, up-to-date gradebooks and student records, • Collaborate with special education staff and other support team members to meet the needs of all learners, • Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to the postsecondary success of every student, • Engage actively in instructional coaching cycles, including data analysis, observation, feedback, video reflection, and practice, • Participate in school-wide professional development, POD planning, grade-level and content-area meetings, and data-driven instruction meetings, • Communicate proactively and professionally with families regarding student progress, strengths, and challenges, • Participate in school events, host student-led conferences, and attend IEP meetings as requiredQualifications, • Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field from an accredited institution, • Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate content-area endorsement (required prior to hire); ESL endorsement preferred, • Comfort using educational technology tools, with curiosity and willingness to learn about emerging tools, including AI, • Ability to build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with students, families, and colleagues, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Demonstrated professionalism, including punctuality, preparedness, accountability, follow-through, and effective collaboration, • Ability to consistently meet daily and weekly deadlines that support high-quality instruction and team success, • Strong work ethic, reflective mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement Equal Opportunity Employer Intrinsic Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Intrinsic Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Intrinsic Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources. Powered by JazzHR HddDYNxxC9

Job DescriptionAbout Intrinsic Schools Intrinsic Schools is a public charter network committed to reimagining secondary education so that every student is prepared for postsecondary success and meaningful, world-changing endeavors. We believe deeply in the potential of our students and in the power of great teaching, strong relationships, and intentional use of technology to personalize learning. Our model prioritizes both academic excellence and the development of essential non-cognitive skills such as empathy, independence, perseverance, and intellectual curiosity. Intrinsic serves diverse student communities across two campuses: Belmont (grades 7–12) and Downtown (grades 9–12). Our student population is 90% students of color, 86% eligible for free or reduced lunch, and 19% students with disabilities. We view this diversity as a strength and seek educators who are committed to equity, inclusion, and high expectations for all learners. Our Educational Model • Innovative Instructional Model (POD): Teachers work in collaborative POD teams to serve groups of approximately 60 students. Students rotate through teacher-led instruction, independent and personalized learning via technology, small-group work, and project-based learning, all aligned to individual learning needs. • Opportunities & Choice (C Day): One day per week, students select academic supports (e.g., tutoring, study groups, office hours) and enrichment opportunities aligned to their interests, fostering ownership, agency, and engagement. • Postsecondary Support: From day one, Intrinsic students receive comprehensive postsecondary planning and support, including counseling, early college credit opportunities, and financial guidance, ensuring alignment between student goals and post-graduation pathways.Job Summary The Classroom Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering rigorous, engaging instruction in a secondary learning environment that supports academic growth and personal development for all students. Teachers work under the supervision of the Principal and in close collaboration with instructional coaches, POD teammates, and support staff to continuously improve practice and outcomes for students. Duties and Responsibilities • Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction that promotes active learning and deep understanding, • Analyze student progress data to inform instruction, interventions, and flexible groupings, • Provide students with clear, timely, and actionable feedback that supports growth and mastery, • Integrate instructional technology effectively to personalize learning and increase student agency, • Uphold Intrinsic’s student culture by consistently enforcing expectations outlined in the Student Code of Conduct, • Serve as an advisor by mentoring a group of students, facilitating daily advisory lessons, and conducting individual conferences to monitor academic and social-emotional progress, • Design and lead a C Day club aligned to personal interests and student engagement, • Support student learning beyond the classroom through weekly office hours and targeted academic support, • Maintain accurate, up-to-date gradebooks and student records, • Collaborate with special education staff and other support team members to meet the needs of all learners, • Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to the postsecondary success of every student, • Engage actively in instructional coaching cycles, including data analysis, observation, feedback, video reflection, and practice, • Participate in school-wide professional development, POD planning, grade-level and content-area meetings, and data-driven instruction meetings, • Communicate proactively and professionally with families regarding student progress, strengths, and challenges, • Participate in school events, host student-led conferences, and attend IEP meetings as requiredQualifications, • Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field from an accredited institution, • Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate content-area endorsement (required prior to hire); ESL endorsement preferred, • Comfort using educational technology tools, with curiosity and willingness to learn about emerging tools, including AI, • Ability to build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with students, families, and colleagues, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Demonstrated professionalism, including punctuality, preparedness, accountability, follow-through, and effective collaboration, • Ability to consistently meet daily and weekly deadlines that support high-quality instruction and team success, • Strong work ethic, reflective mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement Equal Opportunity Employer Intrinsic Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Intrinsic Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Intrinsic Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources. Powered by JazzHR qCMRrhsgX1

Job Description Elementary Music Teacher Job Description You Belong Here! Apply today: https://meridiancharterschools.org/careers/ Position Summary: Informed by the school's mission, teachers will ensure that all students acquire the knowledge and skills required for academic progress and achievement, as defined by curricular and instructional objectives and overarching school goals. Teachers are responsible to reflect the mission and guiding principles of the school, uphold the rules and standards of the Student Code of Conduct, build positive and collaborative relationships with students, staff, parents, and other Meridian stakeholders with transparency and accountability that best ensures student academic and personal achievement. Elementary Music Teachers will deliver comprehensive music instruction utilizing school-approved curriculum materials, supplemented by relevant resources and materials. Music Teachers are responsible for implementing a well-structured lesson plan that caters to diverse learning styles and accommodations. Furthermore, Music Teachers will create a nurturing classroom environment that fosters social interaction, active participation, and student-led engagement. Collaboration with fellow educators on a regular basis are required in order to support the shared initiatives and endeavors of the school. This may include attending student support meetings, participating in school-wide events, and or engaging in team projects. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are generally representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Key Competencies/Duties: Implement research-based curriculum and instructional models. Develop and implement age-appropriate music curriculum aligned with research-based educational standards including the Illinois State Board of Education Music Standards. Plan, prepare and deliver standards-aligned lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning. Utilize technology and multimedia resources to enhance music education experiences Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment conducive to creative expression and musical exploration. Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities. Offer opportunities for student-led learning and peer collaboration to enhance musical skills and understanding. Stay informed about current research and best practices in music education to continuously improve teaching methods and curriculum design. Assess student performance at frequent and regular intervals in order to benchmark progress on course standards and learning targets. Assess student progress and performance using a variety of assessment methods, including observation, informal assessment, and formal evaluations. Develop assessments that are in accordance with established procedures. Provide frequent, specific feedback on work that advances learning. Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development. Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, network policies and school protocols. Observe and evaluate students' performance and development. Integrate student choice into assessment structure/product. Build and maintain positive, productive, professional relationships with students, staff, parents, and other stakeholders. Collaborate with colleagues to integrate music education across the curriculum and promote interdisciplinary connections. Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds. Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment. Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing expectations and procedures. Demonstrate respect and regard for students, colleagues, and parents. Cultivate positive relationships and address the social and emotional needs of scholars using research-based methods as identified by school leaders. Encourage parent and community involvement; obtain information for parents when requested. Initiate appropriate conferences with parents, guardians, administrators, etc. in accordance with school procedures. Effectively, respectfully, and professionally communicate with parents or guardians and students on matters related to student's academic progress, attendance, and conduct. Demonstrate a dedication to collaboration, innovation, and flexible approaches to professional practice. Participate positively and productively in department, school, network, and parent meetings. Actively participate in the development and implementation of new teaching techniques and approaches to assessment. Actively participate in discussions and programs to improve student performance, experience, attendance, conduct. Integrate students into curricular planning and assessment development. Collaborate with the school faculty and administration in the development and implementation of program instruction. Engage actively, positively, and productively in the instructional coaching process. Accept and apply coaching feedback. Attend to and fulfill professional obligations as defined by the school and network. Engage in structured lesson planning that provides differentiated options for multiple skill levels that are objective based using the standards and curriculum identified by the school Instructional Leadership Team. Produce and share lesson plans in accordance with the procedures established by the school. Maintain a current, accurate gradebook in accordance with the procedures established by the school. Implement the grading protocols established by the school. Attend school and network professional learning and collaboration days to improve skills, give and receive feedback, and be open to coaching, mentoring, partnerships. Prepare required reports on students and activities. Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress, intervention outcomes, and student needs. Prepare classroom, physical or virtual, for class activities. Assign and grade class work, assignments, projects, and assessments in accordance with school and network protocols. Maintain accurate and daily attendance records. Promptly return phone calls and answer emails within 24-48 weekday hours. Attend school events to better understand student interest and personalities outside of the regular classroom. Follow school and network policies and protocols. Build positive and respectful relationships with staff, students, families, and community partners. Other duties as assigned, within the framework of the collective bargaining agreement. Reflect, support, and promote the mission and vision of the school as well as the principles of D.E.I. Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds. Support the creation of inclusive, identity-affirming spaces for students. Implement professional practice and responsibilities, demonstrating cultural competence. Implement D.E.I principles in interactions with members of the school community. Qualifying Education/Licensure: Bachelor's Degree (Required) in content area or aligned content area (Preferred) Master's Degree in content area or aligned content area (Preferred) Illinois State Board of Education Professional Educators License (PEL) (K-8 Required) or current, comparable out-of-state licensure Illinois State Board of Education Music Endorsement (Required) Bilingual Spanish/English (Preferred) Other Qualifications: Experience with planning and teaching elementary school (Required) Experience in urban elementary school setting (Strongly Preferred) Knowledge and Experience: Substantial knowledge of subject matter consistent with state certification requirements, academic content, contemporary principles and practices of teaching, assessment, and classroom and behavior management techniques. Ability to modify instruction as necessary to meet student needs. Ability to work effectively and professionally with students, parents and/or guardians, staff members, and community representatives. Capacity to be flexible in approaches to instruction, assessment, and relationship building. Fundamental understanding of human development principles as applied to children and adolescents. Strong ability to apply contemporary principles and practices of teaching. Solid oral and written communication skills. Sound and professional judgment. Strong technical skills - ability to work with Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and presentation platforms and equipment. This position is a Full-Time position. Physical Job Requirements: The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and or pulling; some kneeling, crouching, and significant finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 10% walking and 80% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and climate controlled environment. Compensation: Meridian Charter Schools provides a highly competitive salary and benefits package which includes health, dental, vision and life insurance as well as retirement planning and PTO. We are also committed to supporting professional growth and membership in local, state and national educational organizations. This position qualifies as a union member position and aligns to the compensation established by the most updated collective bargaining agreement, based upon certification, education, and years of service. Meridian Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this pivotal leadership role. Apply Today! https://meridiancharterschools.org/careers/

Job Description Title: 6th-8th Grade Math Teacher (2026-27SY) Location: 1309 W. 95th Street, Chicago, IL 60643 Reports To: Principal Salary Range: Starting salary for certified teachers starts at $70,000 Employee Type: Regular Full Time Start Date: August 2026 Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders. Position Overview Distinctive teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student through strong relationships, high expectations, and a belief that all students can achieve great things in school and beyond. Teachers have a laser focus on instruction that engages learners and provides multiple opportunities for application of learned content. All teachers engage in individual and team deep intellectual preparation and lesson plans aligned to grade-level standards that use the core curriculum. Checks for understanding, student work, and assessments are used to make real-time and planned adjustments and deep review of student work to address gaps in instruction. Teachers have strong content knowledge in the subject-matter they teach in order to recognize, understand and respond to the content problems. At Distinctive Schools, teachers grow through cycles of practice, feedback, practice, and feedback. Teachers build classroom communities with strong routines, rituals, and management practices that maximize time for instruction. Teachers maintain effective and ongoing communication on progress with students and families. Responsibilities Culture • Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making, • Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things, • Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making, • Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff, • Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset, • Foster positive climate and culture, • Serve as a positive role model Preparation, Instruction and Assessment 90% • Implement the DS Model, • Provide consistent opportunities for all students to to work on grade-appropriate, • assignments using the core curriculum, resources, and strategies with frequent checks for understanding, • Deliver strong Instruction that requires that students hold the cognitive lift and are deeply engaged in the learning, • Use core instructional tools to design, prepare and deliver dynamic lesson aligned to grade-level standards that engage students in rigorous learning experiences, • Commit to student-centered, personalized learning that puts the student in the driver’s seat and integrates their needs, strengths and interests into the learning, • Maintain inventory of all instructional materials, • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, • Analyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate response/strategies, making adjustments as needed to support students in mastering grade level standards, • Assess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units and analyze assessment data through campus and network wide systems, • Engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness, • Participate in all required professional development and meetings, • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Classroom Culture 10% • Maintain an organized and welcoming environment that provides students with a sense of belonging, joy, hope, and safety, • Manage strong classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learning, • Build strong relationships with students, families and colleagues, • Communicate effectively and frequently with students and families, • Has a mindset of using restorative justice approach with discipline and behavior management in alignment with campus and network practices, • Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievement Requirements & Qualifications (minimum) Education Bachelor’s Degree Qualifications • Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment or Proof of enrollment into a Teacher Certification program within 30 days of employment, • Content Area Endorsement (Academic expertise in related fields of study), • Technology demands:, • Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple source, • Proficient with cloud based software solutions (Google Suite), • Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the position, • Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration Physical demands Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing. Benefits • 25+ paid holidays, upfront sick leave, and an accrual-based personal time bank, • 12 weeks family paid leave, • Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision), • 403b match, • Fully match up to 3%, • 50% match up to 5%, • Professional development including tuition reimbursement, • Gym and wellness discounts, • And more Description Disclaimer Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility. EEO 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. Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact talent@distinctiveschools.org or call 773.828.4191

Job Description Title: High School Math Teacher Location: CICS Longwood- 1309 W 95th St, Chicago, IL 60643 Reports To: Principal Salary Range: Starting at $70,000 for certified teachers Employee Type: Regular Full Time Start Date: August 2026 Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders. Position Overview Distinctive teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student through strong relationships, high expectations, and a belief that all students can achieve great things in school and beyond. Teachers have a laser focus on instruction that engages learners and provides multiple opportunities for application of learned content. All teachers engage in individual and team deep intellectual preparation and lesson plans aligned to grade-level standards that use the core curriculum. Checks for understanding, student work, and assessments are used to make real-time and planned adjustments and deep review of student work to address gaps in instruction. Teachers have strong content knowledge in the subject-matter they teach in order to recognize, understand and respond to the content problems. At Distinctive Schools, teachers grow through cycles of practice, feedback, practice, and feedback. Teachers build classroom communities with strong routines, rituals, and management practices that maximize time for instruction. Teachers maintain effective and ongoing communication on progress with students and families. Responsibilities Culture • Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making, • Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things, • Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making, • Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff, • Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset, • Foster positive climate and culture, • Serve as a positive role model Preparation, Instruction and Assessment 90% • Implement the DS Model, • Provide consistent opportunities for all students to to work on grade-appropriate, • assignments using the core curriculum, resources, and strategies with frequent checks for understanding, • Deliver strong Instruction that requires that students hold the cognitive lift and are deeply engaged in the learning, • Use core instructional tools to design, prepare and deliver dynamic lesson aligned to grade-level standards that engage students in rigorous learning experiences, • Commit to student-centered, personalized learning that puts the student in the driver’s seat and integrates their needs, strengths and interests into the learning, • Maintain inventory of all instructional materials, • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, • Analyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate response/strategies, making adjustments as needed to support students in mastering grade level standards, • Assess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units and analyze assessment data through campus and network wide systems, • Engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness, • Participate in all required professional development and meetings, • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Classroom Culture 10% • Maintain an organized and welcoming environment that provides students with a sense of belonging, joy, hope, and safety, • Manage strong classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learning, • Build strong relationships with students, families and colleagues, • Communicate effectively and frequently with students and families, • Has a mindset of using restorative justice approach with discipline and behavior management in alignment with campus and network practices, • Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievement Requirements & Qualifications (minimum) Education Bachelor’s Degree Qualifications • Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment or Proof of enrollment into a Teacher Certification program within 30 days of employment, • Content Area Endorsement (Academic expertise in related fields of study), • Technology demands:, • Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple source, • Proficient with cloud based software solutions (Google Suite), • Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the position, • Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration Physical demands Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing. Benefits • 25+ Paid holidays & 10 days PTO annually (in addition to summer break for educators/campus positions), • 12 weeks family paid leave, • Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision), • 403b match, • Fully match up to 3%, • 50% match up to 5%, • Professional development including tuition reimbursement, • Gym and wellness discounts, • And more Description Disclaimer Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility. EEO 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. Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact talent@distinctiveschools.org or call 773.828.4191

Job DescriptionReGeneration Schools, founded in 2016, is a nationally ranked charter program with seven charter schools located in Illinois and Ohio. ReGeneration serves over 1800 students of whom 99% are minority and 86% are low income. U.S. News and World Report’s 2021 School Ranking listed all ReGeneration elementary schools among the top ten charter elementary schools in Illinois. ReGeneration expanded to Ohio in 2019, opening its Bond Hill campus in 2019. ReGeneration expanded in Ohio, adding two more campuses in July 2023. Our mission is to ensure that all children have equal access to a high-quality, college-preparatory education through academic excellence and the content of their character. Through rigorous academics, teaching excellence, character development, and high expectations, ReGeneration is nurturing the leaders of tomorrow. We are seeking an experienced full-time Special Education Teacher (K-8 Grades) to join our CICS Avalon, CICS Basil, and CICS Washington Park campuses for the 2026-2027 school year. A Special Education Teacher holds primary responsibility for providing academic, emotional, and physical services for students who require additional support to thrive within the school’s core academic program. This individual will work closely with the school team to supervise students (low incident LD/ED) according to their Individualized Education Plan (IEP). By implementing this plan, staff will help the students develop their full potential, while systematically increasing their socially appropriate behavior. We seek a teacher with superior content knowledge, a track record of providing excellent learning experiences that deepen students’ understanding of multiple literacy concepts, and a commitment to continuously improving their practice through collaboration. Qualifications: Believes low-income students can become college and career ready. High expectations for personal and team performance. Flexible to changing priorities and conditions. Demonstrate initiative and creativity. Communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing. Demonstrate mastery of academic subjects and behavioral interventions. 1-5 years of teaching experience Valid LBS1 Teacher Certification required. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution required. Responsibilities: Implement curricula and activities to meet academic standards. Set goals for the individualized education plan (IEP) that are achievable and comparable to non-diverse learner students in accordance with the State of Illinois. Develop draft IEPs for initial students with disabilities and/or annual reviews two weeks prior to the IEP meeting. Provide support and direction to paraprofessionals that are assigned to students or special education classrooms. Design, implement, and use informal and formal assessments to measure the progress of students. Work collaboratively with the school team to determine instructional and social needs of students that ensure success, and promotes students’ well-being. Collaborate with fellow teachers to create a data-driven, learner-centered, friendly, and safe environment demonstrating shared responsibility for achievement. Work with the RTI team by suggesting appropriate accommodations or interventions for students in the RTI process. Adhere to and support all school policies to enforce school core values, high expectations, and a strict code of conduct. Set and attain ambitious student achievement and social-emotional benchmarks. Model and encourage appropriate student behavior (i.e. grit, self-control, social intelligence, optimism, and curiosity). Work with the school team to constantly evaluate and improve mastery of instructional, culture building, and leadership skills. Maintain a classroom that demonstrates discipline, order, and rigor. Ensure that all students graduate ready for the next academic level. Be accountable for students’ mastery of academic standards. Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues. Reflect critically on teaching practice and implement improvement strategies as needed. Participate in mandatory summer orientation and training Other duties as assigned. Compensation: Competitive salary (based on education and experience) and generous benefits package. ReGeneration Schools is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disability.

Job DescriptionStart date: August 1, 2026 Middle School Mathematics Teacher ReGeneration Schools, founded in 2016, is a nationally ranked charter program with seven charter schools located in Illinois and Ohio. ReGeneration serves over 1800 students of whom 99% are minority and 86% are low income. U.S. News and World Report’s 2021 School Ranking listed all ReGeneration elementary schools among the top ten charter elementary schools in Illinois. ReGeneration expanded to Ohio in 2019, opening its Bond Hill campus in 2019. ReGeneration is expanding in Ohio adding two more campuses effective July 2023. Our mission is to ensure that all children have equal access to high-quality, college-preparatory education through academic excellence and the content of their character. Through rigorous academics, teaching excellence, character development, and high expectations, ReGeneration is nurturing the leaders of tomorrow. We are seeking full-time Middle School Mathematics Teachers to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year. These individuals will have superior content knowledge and a proven track record of providing excellent learning experiences that deepen students’ understanding of multiple literacy concepts. These individuals will also collaborate with fellow classroom teachers in planning units that are aligned with the Common Core academic standards. Qualifications: • Believes low-income students can become college and career ready., • High expectations for personal and team performance., • Flexible to changing priorities and conditions., • Demonstrate initiative and creativity., • Communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing., • Demonstrate mastery of academic subjects and behavioral interventions., • 1-5 years of teaching experience in an urban setting., • Valid PEL or Substitute license preferred (application in process accepted), • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution required. Responsibilities: • Design and implement curricula and activities to meet academic standards., • Design, implement and use informal and formal assessments to measure the progress of students., • Use data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices., • Work collaboratively with school team to determine instructional and social needs of students that ensure success, and promote students’ well-being., • Collaborate with fellow teachers to create a friendly and safe environment demonstrating shared responsibility for achievement., • Adhere to and support all school policies to enforce school core values, high expectations, and a strict code of conduct., • Set and attain ambitious student achievement and social-emotional benchmarks., • Model and encourage appropriate student behavior (i.e. grit, self-control, social intelligence, optimism, and curiosity)., • Work with school team to constantly evaluate and improve mastery of instructional, culture building, and leadership skills., • Maintain a classroom that demonstrates discipline, order, and rigor., • Ensure that all students graduate ready for the next academic level., • Reflect critically on teaching practice and implement improvement strategies as needed., • Participate in mandatory summer orientation (3 weeks) and training., • Other duties as assigned. Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits (based on education and experience).

Job DescriptionStudio Three is seeking a passionate, organized, and community-minded leader to oversee Studio Three’s Yoga Teacher Training program. The YTT Program Manager brings together the art and science of yoga education, blending curriculum coordination, instructor leadership, and student support to deliver an inspiring and transformative training experience. This person lives and breathes yoga, thrives in an environment where details matter, and loves creating structure that helps others shine. What You’ll Do Program Leadership & Execution- Oversee the full lifecycle of the 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training program from planning and curriculum design to successful delivery and evaluation- Submit and manage a comprehensive program budget, including lead and assistant instructor compensation, hourly allocations, and material costs to ensure program profitability and efficiency.- Manage the YTT calendar, schedules, and logistics to ensure smooth facilitation of all sessions Curriculum & Content- Build and maintain a comprehensive facilitator guide aligned with the established curriculum and teacher manual - Support lead instructors in adapting and evolving training modules to enhance comprehension and engagement.- Coordinate homework assignments, projects, and learning labs to ensure student comprehension and engagement Instructor Scheduling & Coordination - Schedule and manage lead and assistant instructors, ensuring clarity of roles and strong communication across all sessions - Mentor and support leads and assistants to uphold the integrity, energy, and professionalism of the program - Maintain clarity and consistency in Studio Three’s teaching philosophy, ensuring all instructors embody the studio’s approach to movement, mindfulness, and community. Student Experience & Development- Be the main point of contact for trainees throughout the YTT journey, providing guidance, clarity and encouragement- Track attendance, homework, and progress to ensure each trainee meets all program requirements- Lead mentorship beyond YTT, shaping advanced training and continuing education offerings.- Oversee the teacher development pipeline, offering mentorship, hands-on adjustment training, class planning and sequencing support, and audition preparation to cultivate a well-prepared pool of future Studio Three instructors. Program Administration - Manage registration, inquiries, and administrative processes with accuracy and care- Maintain records for compliance and Yoga Alliance standards - Partner with leadership and marketing to promote new program launches, info sessions and events - Manage make-up sessions and oversee the collection of all certification requirements, including any materials submitted post-program (within the six-month completion window). Sales & Marketing Partnership Collaborate with Studio Three’s marketing team to build awareness and drive enrollmentSupport sales efforts, including student recruitment, info sessions, and follow-ups with prospective trainees. Who You Are- A passionate, seasoned yoga educator with a minimum 500 E- RYT certification (verified by the Yoga Alliance) with a deep understanding of the principles and practice- A natural organizer who thrives on keeping people, plans, and projects aligned - A strong communicator and motivator who can connect with trainees, instructors and leadership alike- Calm under pressure, with the ability to anticipate challenges and find creative, values-driven solutions- A community builder who embodies the Studio Three values Why This Role MattersThis role combines leadership, education, and inspiration. As the YTT program manager, you are not just managing a program, you are shaping the next wave of teachers who will represent Studio Three’s approach to yoga and community. Your work ensures the program runs smoothly, the curriculum remains cutting edge, and every trainee leaves feeling confident, connected, and transformed. You’ll uphold the standard of excellence that makes Studio Three’s YTT program one of the most respected in the industry. Role Structure - This is a hybrid role that blends program leadership and teaching presence. The ideal candidate will: - Be available to lead the majority of the 200 contact hours (over a 12 week program)- Serve as both program manager and lead educator, maintaining direct connection to trainees and instructors We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job Description Come inspire kids during Summer Camp with creative design projects, problem solving, and inspiring classes. Work with a great team and students who love learning and innovating. This position will be for fun candidates who are availalable August 3 - September 4 as we close out our wonderful summer camp Kids Science Labs, the leader in hands-on science education, is hiring for our upcoming camps. We are looking for talented team members to join us as we inspire the next generation of creative thinkers and leaders. Each day we engage our students with hands-on projects that help them relate core science concepts to their everyday lives, we hope to inspire them, engage them, and have fun along the way. If you are a college student or teacher, we encourage you to apply to our program. Our program provides a challenging and rewarding experience and we provide the training and tools that enable you to become a better innovator, problem solver, and leader, all while laughing, engaging, and having fun each and everyday with students. We are hiring for all our locations: South Loop (1801 S. Indiana Chicago, IL), Roscoe Village (3324 N. Western Ave Chicago, IL), Typical days are 8am-4pm with a mid-day break. We offer camp Monday-Friday from June 8th - September 4th. We have a great team, work hard, and have fun. Why Kids Science Labs? We believe that wondering “why” can change the world, and our goal each and every day is to teach kids how. We will coach you how to apply innovation, design, and creativity to life's everyday challenges to help kids become better problem solvers themselves. We believe firmly that great teachers are everywhere, so whether you are an student, nanny, or teacher in a traditional classroom, if you can communicate well, engage kids, and have the desire to provide exceptional customer service to fellow teachers, parents, and the kids that visit KSL, then we likely want to speak with you. We have a training program for people outside the education industry who desire to become teachers. Creative artists, theatre majors, music educators, and child psychology majors who love helping kids learn, are all encouraged to apply to Kids Science Labs. Roles and Responsibilities: Our teachers / team members are critical to our success. We enable and inspire thousands of kids everyday through our passionate work. Therefore, our summer camp team is required to be curious and adaptive. You will engage students in a program that includes a hands-on discovery science class, as well as two electives in the afternoon in art, critical thinking, problem solving, and general science. You will provide instructions for engagement to 20 students with a co-teacher, supporting student learning and exploration for a company that is all about high quality learning experiences. Make no mistake, although we laugh and have fun, the work is both challenging and rewarding. It also involves you spending time in a progressive classroom environment that is all about building fundamental skills in kids that lead to their (and your own) long-term outperformance. Come build some lifelong friendships with our teachers, camp counselors, and team leads. Requirements We are looking for team members who: • Must be available for August, • Enjoy being with, engaging, and adapting to children, • Ability to manage or help manage a classroom, • BS/BA degree completed or in progress (preferably in art, science, communication, early childhood education, theatre or psychology), • Positive attitude and a need to smile, • Ability to adapt and operate in a dynamic and creative environment, • Excitement for teaching and the adventure of learning, • Strong decision making skills, • Relate to Kids Science Labs mission and core values, • Desire to work successfully with and support a team Benefits Teachers in Summer Camp earn $25/hr and Support Teachers earn $22/hr

Job DescriptionBenefits/Perks • Competitive Compensations, • Career Advancement Opportunities, • Great Work EnvironmentWe are seeking an experienced and energetic Daycare Teacher to join our team! You will be responsible for encouraging children’s intellectual, psychological, and physical growth. The ideal candidate is nurturing, patient, and creative. If you have a passion for helping children learn and reach their potential, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities: • Plan games and activities that are developmentally appropriate, • Design a daily and weekly schedule, • Provide basic care and caregiving activities, • Evaluate children to ensure they are reaching developmental milestones, • Communicate with parents and update them on their children’s activities, • Act as part of a team in creating an environment where children can learn and implementing group lesson plans. • Record observations, write lesson plans, • Conduct screenings and assessment and reporting of outcomes for assigned children within the mandated timelines. • Communicate with parents/families and report child progress daily and through scheduled Parent-teacher conferences, • Initiate referrals for children with special needs, complete yearly self and peer evaluations., • Promote an atmosphere of teamwork where staff, parents and children interact positively with each other., • Provides functional training and guidance to staff, interns, substitutes and volunteers assigned to the classroom., • Perform other general duties as assigned by the director of the center., • Ensures that Assistant Teachers are kept updated in all matters concerning the classroom and program, i.e., • Reported family changes in schedules and educational development opportunities as required by the center., • Complete a total of 20 professional development hours per year, 16 of which needs to be Gateways Registry-approved trainings., • Participate in ongoing development and evaluation of center’s goal and objectives., • Maintain safety, cleanliness and organization of the classroom and everything and everyone in it., • In accordance with our team philosophy, the person filling this position may occasionally be required to carry out or assist with other tasks in addition to the duties listed on this job description., • Staff must believe in and act in accordance with the center’s mission statements., • Must be physically able to perform the job of a preschool teacher (be able to lift children and/or equipment up to 40lbs, able to bend, sit and stand for extended periods of time). Must have a warm, supportive attitude toward children, must be reliable, must be flexible in receiving assignments or adapting to changes in the program, must be willing to accept supervision in order to improve work performance, must be willing to perform other duties as required., • Teachers will be given a minimum of one hour of uninterrupted planning time per week to complete necessary paperwork, lessons, enter documentation and meet with fellow tam staff to plan coordinate and discuss children’s progress. Qualifications:, • Previous experience as a daycare teacher or childcare provider, • Strong understanding of child development, • Patient, kind, and nurturing, • Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills, • Associates degree in education, or completion of credentialing program to acquire CDA, with at least 1 year of child development/early childhood/education experience., • Bachelor’s degree in education and/or IL early childhood teaching license preferred., • At least 19 years of age, clear background check and good health record.

Job Description Join us! Come to Volunteer with Purpose. We are a passionate team of social change-makers, diverse thinkers, and problem solvers. Our purpose is to provide the best possible services that ensure full access to quality living and spread the power of inclusivity. We serve over 7,000 people with disabilities, behavioral health challenges, and those who are Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing. If you don’t want just any job—if you want to volunteer where you can create truly transformational change—then Anixter is the place for you. Take a look at the job description to learn more! SUMMARY: (Summary description of the primary duties and objectives of the position.) Anixter Adult Literacy Program is seeking a volunteer to work with the Literacy Coordinator to support our deaf and hard of hearing clients. The time commitment is very flexible—an average of 2-6 hours a week, depending on interest and availability. The primary area of focus would be to enhance our deaf learner program and grow the base of qualified tutors Please contact our Literacy Coordinator, Janee Powell jpowell@anixter.org or at 773-301-4600 to set up a discussion and answer any questions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: (Individual duties, assignments, and responsibilities required of the position.) • Coordinate and meet with deaf learners and tutors, • Coordinate social media posts for tutor recruiting through Anixter Literacy and Anixter Center accounts., • Regular outreach to select organizations for tutor recruiting, such as AmeriCorps, Illinois Retired Teacher Association, etc., • Work with Literacy Coordinator to recruit appropriate tutor volunteers and coordinate necessary training., • Help manage tutor pipeline and onboarding, including recruitment, application process, training, etc., • Regular posting of ASL Deaf Tutor job ads on sites such as AARP, Indeed, Volunteer Match, etc., • Research, adapt and refine literacy curriculum for use by adult learners who are dear or hard of hearing. Design adult literacy unit plans and curriculum REQUIREMENTS (Competencies, skills, abilities, experience, education necessary.) • Bilingual (Proficient in English and ASL. Must take ASL proficiency test), • Must possess a current driver’s license, • Bachelor's Degree, • teaching experience preferred, • Ability to promote and adhere to company values. And commit to a diverse, inclusive environment. WORK ENVIRONMENT (Expected working conditions, physical effort required & approximate amount of travel.) Physical Demands: must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time. Must have healthy vision/eye site. Work Environment: Office environment and Off-site meetings in public settings. Anixter Center is a social services non-profit representing people with disabilities. The Literacy Program at Anixter works with clients to improve functional literacy for employment and social situations. Travel: Must own an operating vehicle. Must travel to meetings within the Chicago metropolitan area.

Job DescriptionBenefits: • Bonus based on performance, • Free uniforms, • Opportunity for advancement, • Paid time off, • Tuition assistance Benefits/Perks • Competitive Compensations, • Career Advancement Opportunities, • Great Work EnvironmentJob Summary We are seeking an experienced and energetic Daycare Teacher to join our team! You will be responsible for encouraging children’s intellectual, psychological, and physical growth. The ideal candidate is nurturing, patient, and creative. If you have a passion for helping children learn and reach their potential, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities • Plan games and activities that are developmentally appropriate, • Design a daily and weekly schedule, • Provide basic care and caregiving activities, • Evaluate children to ensure they are reaching developmental milestones, • Communicate with parents and update them on their children’s activitiesQualifications, • Previous experience as a daycare teacher or childcare provider, • Strong understanding of child development, • Patient, kind, and nurturing, • Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills, • First aid/CPR certified

Job DescriptionMerlin Day Academy is an intensive therapeutic day program providing education and therapeutic intervention in a supportive classroom environment for children ages 6-14 with autism, AHD, sensory processing disorder, and other neurodiverse needs. Our relationship-based, family-centered approach focuses on helping students build the skills that foster success in their community and beyond. About the RoleMerlin Day Academy is seeking a dedicated and collaborative Special Education Teacher to join our multidisciplinary team of top specialists. In this clinic-based role, you will design and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) in a classroom setting to support our clients academic, social, and emotional growth. Individualized classroom instruction and instructional coaching.Design and implement individualized education plans (IEPs)Support students in meeting Illinois State Learning Standards.Collaborate with therapy team, caregivers and professionals to maximize learning. Special Education Teacher education requirements:Master's Degree requiredLearning Behavior Specialist 1 endorsement (LBS1) requiredIllinois Professional Educator License (PEL) requiredExperience working with neurodiverse studentsAbility to lift 35lbsCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive Salary: $65,000-$75,000Comprehensive Health Coverage (Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance) + Life and Disability InsuranceFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Competitive Paid Time Off and holiday allowancesGenerous 401k Retirement Plan with employer contributionsSchedule & LocationSchedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pmLocation: 3319 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618 - (parking available onsite)Why Join Merlin Day Academy?Make an impact in the lives of children and their families by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide innovative, therapeutic interventions in an education setting. This is your chance to work in a supportive, collaborative environment where your skills and dedication are valued. Please see our full Special Education Teacher job description attached to this posting, along with details of our competitive benefits package. Apply today and be part of our mission to empower children with neurodiverse needs to succeed! https://threebirdsonemission.com/careers/

Job DescriptionShape a child's earliest learning experiences. We're always looking to connect with passionate educators who want to build meaningful careers in Montessori education across Downtown Chicago and the Illinois Suburbs. Whether you're just beginning your journey or brining years of classroom experience, we're excited to meet educators who are passionate about helping children grow and thrive. Our opportunities include Lead Guide and Assistant Guide roles serving children from infancy through age six. We provide the support, training, and professional growth to help you build a rewarding career in Montessori education while making a meaningful impact on children's lives. Your Impact As a Guide (Teacher), you'll either Lead or support a mixed-age Montessori classroom in our Infant, Toddler, and Children's House (ages 3–6) programs. You'll help create a calm, engaging environment where children develop independence, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Through thoughtful observation, meaningful relationships, and beautifully prepared classrooms, you'll help each child grow academically, socially, and emotionally. What You'll Do • Lead or support a mixed-age Montessori classroom, • Observe children closely to understand and support their individual development, • Prepare and maintain a beautiful, orderly classroom learning environment, • Foster independence through respectful guidance and encouragement, • Build strong partnerships with families, • Collaborate with fellow team members to create a positive classroom community What We're Looking For • Experience working with young children in a preschool, childcare, daycare or school setting, • A passion for early childhood education and child development, • A collaborative, adaptable, and positive mindset, • Interest in learning the Montessori approach (prior Montessori experience is welcomed but not required), • Required ECE or Child Development credits, where applicable, • Interest in pursuing our fully sponsored Montessori diploma through the Prepared Montessorian Institute What We Offer Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience to the classroom, we're committed to helping you continue learning and growing as an educator. • Fully sponsored Montessori diploma training through the Prepared Montessorian Institute (PMI), • Ongoing coaching, mentorship, and professional development to help you grow throughout your career, • Clear pathways for career advancement, from Assistant Guide to Lead Guide and school leadership opportunities, • 75% tuition discount for up to two children at any Guidepost Montessori school, • Competitive pay based on your experience, education, and role, • Health, dental, and vision insurance, • Paid time off and paid holidays, • A collaborative community of educators committed to continuous learning and excellence About Guidepost Montessori Guidepost Montessori is a growing network of over 100 schools across the U.S. and Asia, serving children from 3 months to 6 years old. We believe children are capable and we design an education that nurtures independence, curiosity, and joy. Our mission is to transform education by helping every child reach their highest potential academically, socially, and emotionally. If you love working with children and are looking for a role where you can grow, make an impact, and be part of something meaningful, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join our school community! Guidepost Global Education and Guidepost Montessori are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We will not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Our leadership is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy. When requested, we are committed to reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities or special needs that may require an accommodation.

Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • Dental insurance, • Employee discounts, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Training & development, • Vision insurance, • Wellness resources Benefits/Perks • Competitive Compensations, • Career Advancement Opportunities, • Great Work EnvironmentJob Summary We are seeking an experienced and energetic Child Development Teacher to join our team! You will be responsible for encouraging children’s intellectual, psychological, and physical growth. The ideal candidate is nurturing, patient, and creative. If you have a passion for helping children learn and reach their potential, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities • Plan games and activities that are developmentally appropriate, • Design a daily and weekly schedule, • Provide basic care and caregiving activities, • Evaluate children to ensure they are reaching developmental milestones, • Communicate with parents and update them on their children’s activitiesQualifications, • •For Lead Teacher for 3–5-year-olds: oBachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related field with a minimum of 24 hours of Early Childhood Education classes required. oIllinois Professional Educators License (PEL) required. oGateways Early Childhood Education Level 5 Credential required. -For Lead Teacher for 0–3-year-olds: oBachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with a minimum of 24 hours of Early Childhood Education classes required. oGateways Early Childhood Education Level 5 and Infant Toddler Credential Level 5 credentials required. -A minimum of two years of teaching experience in an early childhood group setting required. Successful participation in the Teach for America Program may satisfy this requirement. -Demonstrates mastery of basic child development knowledge. -Must be proficient in speaking, reading, and writing in the English language. Additionally, proficient speaking, reading, and writing in a second language may be required based on program assignment. May be required to have English Language Learners endorsement. -Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills to convey information clearly and informatively to parents and staff. -Demonstrates ability to work effectively in a team- orientated, collaborative environment and builds positive relationships with children, staff, and parents. -Demonstrates initiative, consistent follow-through, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. -Demonstrates excellent organizational skills. -Demonstrates attention to detail. -Demonstrates flexibility, resourcefulness, and problem-solving ability. • •Demonstrates intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Outlook, and develops competency with applicable web-based systems used by the program within the first 90 days of employment. -Demonstrates respect and acceptance of diverse individuals and communities served by, working in partnership with, or employed by Children’s Center Inc. including but not limited to race, gender, ethnicity, and social-economic status.

Job Description Elementary Art Teacher Job Description You Belong Here Apply today: https://meridiancharterschools.org/careers/ Reports to: Principal/Assistant Principal Position Summary: Informed by the school's mission, teachers will ensure that all students acquire the knowledge and skills required for academic progress and achievement, as defined by curricular and instructional objectives and overarching school goals. Teachers are responsible to reflect the mission and guiding principles of the school, uphold the rules and standards of the Student Code of Conduct, build positive and collaborative relationships with students, staff, parents, and other Meridian stakeholders with transparency and accountability that best ensures student academic and personal achievement. Instructors will teach the appropriate content and skills by utilizing curriculum material adopted by the school, as well as appropriate supplemental and teacher-made materials; develop appropriate lesson plans that accommodate the range of learning styles and specialized needs of students in the classroom; create a learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement, and self-motivation; and, actively participate with colleagues in school improvement activities, curriculum development, teaming, student support meetings and collaboration. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are generally representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Elementary Art Teachers will provide engaging art instruction utilizing approved curriculum materials alongside supplementary resources and teacher-created materials. Art Teachers will develop customized lesson plans tailored to accommodate diverse learning styles and the specific needs of elementary (K-8) students. Cultivating a nurturing classroom environment that promotes positive social interaction, active participation, and self-motivation in artistic exploration is a priority. Collaboration with fellow educators on a regular basis are required in order to support the shared initiatives and endeavors of the school. This may include attending student support meetings, participating in school-wide events, and or engaging in team projects. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are generally representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Key Competencies/Duties: Implement research-based curriculum and instructional models. Develop and implement age-appropriate art curriculum based on research-based educational standards, including the Illinois State Board of Education Visual Arts standards. Utilize a variety of instructional models and strategies to engage elementary (K-8) students in creative expression and artistic exploration. Incorporate art history, cultural diversity, and interdisciplinary connections into lesson plans to enrich students' understanding of art concepts. Provide opportunities for hands-on learning experiences with a wide range of art mediums, techniques, and materials. Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages experimentation, risk-taking, and self-expression Stay informed about current research and best practices in art education to continuously enhance teaching methods and curriculum design. Assess student performance at frequent and regular intervals in order to benchmark progress on course standards and learning targets. Assess student progress and performance using a combination of informal observation, formative assessments and summative evaluations. Ensure the academic success of every scholar by using formative assessments to adjust learning plans and summative assessments to measure objective attainment. Provide opportunity for re-assessment to encourage skill mastery. Develop assessments that are in accordance with established procedures. Provide frequent, specific feedback on work that advances learning. Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development. Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, network policies and school protocols. Observe and evaluate students' performance and development. Integrate student choice into assessment structure/product. Build and maintain positive, productive, professional relationships with students, staff, parents, and other stakeholders. Collaborate with colleagues to integrate art education across curriculum and promote cross-disciplinary connections. Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds. Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment. Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing consistent and equitable expectations and procedures. Demonstrate respect and regard for students, colleagues, and parents. Cultivate positive relationships and address the social and emotional needs of scholars using research-based methods as identified by school leaders. Encourage parent and community involvement; obtain information for parents when requested. Initiate appropriate conferences with parents, guardians, administrators, etc. in accordance with school procedures. Effectively, respectfully, and professionally communicate with parents or guardians and students on matters related to student's academic progress, attendance, and conduct. Demonstrate a dedication to collaboration, innovation, and flexible approaches to professional practice. Participate positively and productively in department, school, network, and parent meetings. Actively participate in discussions and programs to improve student performance, experience, attendance, conduct. Integrate students into curricular planning and assessment development. Collaborate with the school faculty and administration in the development and implementation of program instruction. Engage actively, positively, and productively in the instructional coaching process. Accept and apply coaching feedback. Attend to and fulfill professional obligations as defined by the school and network. Engage in structured lesson planning that provides differentiated options for multiple skill levels that are objective based using the standards and curriculum identified by the school Instructional Leadership Team. Produce and share lesson plans in accordance with the procedures established by the school. Maintain a current, accurate gradebook in accordance with the procedures established by the school. Implement the grading protocols established by the school. Attend school and network professional learning and collaboration days to improve skills, give and receive feedback, and be open to coaching, mentoring, partnerships. Prepare required reports on students and activities. Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress, intervention outcomes, and student needs. Assign and grade class work, assignments, projects, and assessments in accordance with school and network protocols. Maintain accurate and daily attendance records. Promptly return phone calls and answer emails within 24-48 weekday hours. Attend school events to better understand student interest and personalities outside of the regular classroom. Follow school and network policies and protocols. Build positive and respectful relationships with staff, students, families, and community partners. Other duties as assigned, within the framework of the collective bargaining agreement. Reflect, support, and promote the mission and vision of the school as well as the principles of D.E.I. Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds. Support the creation of inclusive, identity-affirming spaces for students. Implement professional practice and responsibilities, demonstrating cultural competence. Implement D.E.I principles in interactions with members of the school community. Knowledge and Experience: Substantial knowledge of subject matter consistent with state certification requirements, academic content, contemporary principles and practices of teaching, assessment, and classroom and behavior management techniques. Ability to modify instruction as necessary to meet student needs. Ability to work effectively and professionally with students, parents and/or guardians, staff members, and community representatives. Capacity to be flexible in approaches to instruction, assessment, and relationship building. Fundamental understanding of human development principles as applied to children and adolescents. Strong ability to apply contemporary principles and practices of teaching. Solid oral and written communication skills. Sound and professional judgment. Strong technical skills - ability to work with Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and presentation platforms and equipment. Qualifying Education/Licensure: Bachelor's Degree (Required) in content area or aligned content area (Preferred) Master's Degree in content area or aligned content area (Preferred) Illinois State Board of Education Professional Educators License (PEL) (K-8 Required) or current, comparable out-of-state licensure Illinois State Board of Education Visual Arts Endorsement (Required) Bilingual Spanish/English (Preferred) This position is a Full-Time position. Physical Job Requirements: The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and or pulling; some kneeling, crouching, and significant finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 10% walking and 80% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and climate controlled environment. Compensation: Meridian Charter Schools provides a highly competitive salary and benefits package. We are also committed to supporting professional growth and membership in local, state and national educational organizations. This position qualifies as a union member position and aligns to the compensation established by the most updated collective bargaining agreement, based upon certification, education, and years of service. Meridian Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this pivotal leadership role. Apply Today! https://meridiancharterschools.org/careers/

Job Description Title: Bilingual Instructional Support Teacher Location: CICS Bucktown- 2235 N Hamilton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 Reports To: Principal Salary: Starting at $70,000 for certified teachers Employee Type: Regular Full Time Start Date: August 2026 Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders. Position Overview Distinctive teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student through strong relationships, high expectations, and a belief that all students can achieve great things in school and beyond. Teachers have a laser focus on instruction that engages learners and provides multiple opportunities for application of learned content. All teachers engage in individual and team deep intellectual preparation and lesson plans aligned to grade-level standards that use the core curriculum. Checks for understanding, student work, and assessments are used to make real-time and planned adjustments and deep review of student work to address gaps in instruction. Teachers have strong content knowledge in the subject-matter they teach in order to recognize, understand and respond to the content problems. At Distinctive, teachers grow through cycles of practice, feedback, practice, and feedback. Teachers build classroom communities with strong routines, rituals, and management practices that maximize time for instruction. Teachers maintain effective and ongoing communication on progress with students and families. Additionally, the Bilingual Teacher provides personalized academic and language instruction to English Learners in both English and the native language (Spanish), sheltered instruction, English Language Development, and ESL strategies. A Distinctive Schools Bilingual Teacher must be a passionate advocate for biliteracy and demonstrate a commitment to supporting students in their development of the language skills and subject matter needed to be productive classroom citizens. Responsibilities Culture • Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making, • Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things, • Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making, • Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff, • Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset, • Foster positive climate and culture, • Serve as a positive role model, • Belief that a students’ languages and cultures are a tremendous strength and asset Preparation, Instruction and Assessment 90% • Implement the DS Model, • Administer tests and language assessments for the purpose of evaluating students' language ability, • Collaborate and co-teach with classroom teachers on the implementation of the WIDA Standards in daily lessons, • Support and assist teachers in analyzing culturally & linguistically diverse (CLD) student work, • Provide direct Bilingual and ESL services and instruction to identified students in push-in and pull-out instruction, • Develop and deliver lesson plans that utilize appropriate instructional techniques that enable limited English proficient students to overcome barriers that impede equal participation by these students in the district's instructional programs, • Adapt curriculum and provide tailored academic instruction in native language to English Learners as appropriate and in alignment with student goals and program model, • Deliver strong Instruction where students hold the cognitive lift and do the thinking during the lesson and are deeply engaged in the learning, • Utilize a variety of instructional methodologies and curriculum resources geared specifically towards CLD students, • Assist and support the administration of the required English Language Proficiency screeners and assessments, • Assist with the administration of the ACCESS test and support administration of state required assessments to CLD learners, • Collaborate with other classroom instructors to lead the curriculum, instruction, and assessment for all the students in the TBE and TPI programs., • Provide consistent opportunities for all students to work on grade-appropriate assignments using the core curriculum, resources, and strategies with frequent checks for understanding, • Commit to student-centered, personalized learning that puts every student in the driver’s seat with integration of their needs, strengths and interests into the learning., • Maintain inventory of all instructional materials Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, • Analyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate response/strategies making adjustments as needed to support students in mastering grade level standards, • Assess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units and analyze assessment data through campus and network wide systems, • Assessing students' progress, expectations, and goals in the bilingual program, • Engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness, • Participate in all required professional development and meetings, • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Classroom Culture 10% • Maintain an organized and welcoming environment that provides students with a sense of belonging, joy, hope, and safety, • Manage strong classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learning, • Build strong relationships with students, families and colleagues, • Communicate effectively and frequently with students and families in their preferred language, • Has a mindset of using restorative justice approach with discipline and behavior management in alignment with campus and network practices, • Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievement Requirements (minimum) Education: Bachelor's Degree Qualifications • Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment (IL or MI), • Valid Bilingual Spanish Endorsement or equivalent in state of employment (IL or MI), • Spanish Proficient in reading, writing, listening, and speaking, • Technology demands:, • Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple sources, • Proficient with cloud based software solutions (such as GoogleSuite), • Ability to learn digital tools and and programs as needed for the position, • Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration, • Commitment to supporting students’ social, emotional and academic development Physical demands Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing Benefits • 25+ Paid holidays & 10 days PTO annually (in addition to summer break for educators/campus positions), • 12 weeks family paid leave, • Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision), • 403b match, • Fully match up to 3%, • 50% match up to 5%, • Professional development including tuition reimbursement, • Gym and wellness discounts, • And more Description Disclaimer: Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility. EEO: 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. Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact talent@distinctiveschools.org or call 773.828.4191

Job Description Lead Infant Teachers in close knit early childhood center Location: 2941 N Clark Street, Chicago IL 60657 (Lakeview East) Pay: $20.00 – $23.00/hour Job Type: Full-Time Monday–Friday availability is a must with 8h shifts. About ChooChoo Chicago Academy At ChooChoo Chicago, we provide a nurturing, loving, and home-like environment where play and discovery lead the way. Our play-based curriculum supports children’s social-emotional growth, curiosity, and independence. We’re a small and growing center built on trust, teamwork, and connection—with families, teachers, and our neighborhood community. If you’re passionate about early education and want to be part of a place that truly feels like a community hub, we’d love to meet you. About the Role: Lead Infant Teacher We’re looking for an experienced and energetic Infant Teacher who is ready to take ownership of their classroom and make a real impact. You’ll create a safe, loving, and engaging environment where young children can grow through play, exploration, and consistency. This role requires strong leadership, great communication, and a calm, organized presence. You’ll set the tone for your classroom, guide assistants, and partner with families—all while keeping the day running smoothly and joyfully. What You’ll Do Childcare & Daily Environment • Provide warm, responsive care in a clean, organized, and positive environment., • Keep universal schedule with all infants and adhere to center's classroom policy, • Support each child’s physical, emotional, and developmental needs—including diapering, potty training, and feeding routines., • Encourage independence and participation through structured routines and playful learning., • Take children outdoors daily (walks, picnics, local adventures)., • Keep the classroom tidy and keep areas sanitized—cleaning surfaces, toys, and shared spaces regularly., • Communicate with parents and rest of the team while creating a warm and engaging environment for all. Curriculum & Learning • Plan and lead a play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum that nurtures social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth., • Implement the four daily pillars: Circle Time, Music & Movement, Sensory Exploration , and Large Motor Play., • Foster creativity and curiosity through hands-on projects and sensory exploration., • Collaborate with your teaching team to design meaningful classroom experiences. Team & Communication • Model professionalism, teamwork, and a supportive attitude., • Communicate clearly and consistently with parents through Brightwheel (daily updates, milestones, and photos)., • Welcome and mentor new team members as part of a collaborative, inclusive culture. Safety & Compliance • Follow all DCFS and City of Chicago licensing and safety regulations., • Maintain accurate attendance, health, and incident records., • Complete all mandatory trainings, certifications, and in-service hours., • Stay alert and proactive about supervision and classroom safety at all times. Professional Growth • Participate in ongoing professional development and staff meetings., • Take part in family events and center activities., • Work with the director to build your career growth path within ChooChoo Chicago. What We’re Looking For • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or related field (minimum 6 ECE credits) with at least 1 year of solid infant classroom leadership experience., • DCFS-Lead teacher qualified and able to meet all city/state licensing requirements., • CPR/First Aid certified (or willing to obtain)., • Food Handler’s License (or willingness to obtain)., • Up-to-date physical, TB test, and immunizations., • Excellent communication, organization, and classroom leadership skills., • A team player with a positive, professional attitude who genuinely enjoys working with children. Why You’ll Love Working Here We take care of our team so you can take care of our children. At ChooChoo Chicago, you’re not just clocking in — you’re joining a close-knit family of educators who genuinely support one another. We believe teachers do their best work when they feel appreciated, trusted, and balanced. You’ll have a voice in your classroom, room to grow in your career, and leadership that listens and invests in your success. Perks & Benefits: ✅ Competitive pay $20-$23 range based on education and previous classroom experiance ✅ BCBS Health Insurance, Vision, Dental ✅ 401(k) with company match ✅ 3 weeks paid vacation + 40 hours accrued PTO ✅ Paid federal holidays ✅ Flexible unpaid time off to support true work-life balance ✅ Performance bonuses (MVP & annual) ✅ Tuition & professional development reimbursement ✅ Supportive, tight-knit work culture where your ideas and career goals are valued Monday through Friday, 8h shift availability is a must. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Dental insurance, • Employee discount, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Professional development assistance, • Tuition reimbursement, • Vision insurance Application Question(s): • Are you a Lead Teacher Qualified as per DCFS standards?, • Are you available Monday through Friday for an 8h shift? Education: • Associate (Required) Experience: • ECE Classroom Leadership: 1 year (Required) Ability to Commute: • Chicago, IL 60657 (Required) Work Location: In person

Job Description Title: K-8 Drama/ Theater Arts Teacher Location: CICS Bucktown- 2235 N Hamilton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 Reports To: Principal Salary Range: Starting salary for certified teachers starts at $70,000 Employee Type: Regular Full Time Start Date: August 2026 Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders. Position Overview Distinctive teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student through strong relationships, high expectations, and a belief that all students can achieve great things in school and beyond. Teachers have a laser focus on instruction that engages learners and provides multiple opportunities for application of learned content. All teachers engage in individual and team deep intellectual preparation and lesson plans aligned to grade-level standards that use the core curriculum. Checks for understanding, student work, and assessments are used to make real-time and planned adjustments and deep review of student work to address gaps in instruction. Teachers have strong content knowledge in the subject-matter they teach in order to recognize, understand and respond to the content problems. At Distinctive Schools, teachers grow through cycles of practice, feedback, practice, and feedback. Teachers build classroom communities with strong routines, rituals, and management practices that maximize time for instruction. Teachers maintain effective and ongoing communication on progress with students and families. Responsibilities Culture • Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making, • Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things, • Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making, • Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff, • Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset, • Foster positive climate and culture, • Serve as a positive role model Preparation, Instruction and Assessment 90% • Implement the DS Model, • Provide consistent opportunities for all students to to work on grade-appropriate, • assignments using the core curriculum, resources, and strategies with frequent checks for understanding, • Deliver strong Instruction that requires that students hold the cognitive lift and are deeply engaged in the learning, • Use core instructional tools to design, prepare and deliver dynamic lesson aligned to grade-level standards that engage students in rigorous learning experiences, • Commit to student-centered, personalized learning that puts the student in the driver’s seat and integrates their needs, strengths and interests into the learning, • Maintain inventory of all instructional materials, • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, • Analyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate response/strategies, making adjustments as needed to support students in mastering grade level standards, • Assess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units and analyze assessment data through campus and network wide systems, • Engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness, • Participate in all required professional development and meetings, • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Classroom Culture 10% • Maintain an organized and welcoming environment that provides students with a sense of belonging, joy, hope, and safety, • Manage strong classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learning, • Build strong relationships with students, families and colleagues, • Communicate effectively and frequently with students and families, • Has a mindset of using restorative justice approach with discipline and behavior management in alignment with campus and network practices, • Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievement Requirements & Qualifications (minimum) Education Bachelor’s Degree Qualifications • Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment or Proof of enrollment into a Teacher Certification program within 30 days of employment, • Issued Drama/Theater Arts Endorsement, • Technology demands:, • Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple source, • Proficient with cloud based software solutions (Google Suite), • Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the position, • Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration Physical demands Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing. Benefits • 25+ paid holidays, upfront sick leave, and an accrual-based personal time bank, • 12 weeks family paid leave, • Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision), • 403b match, • Fully match up to 3%, • 50% match up to 5%, • Professional development including tuition reimbursement, • Gym and wellness discounts, • And more Description Disclaimer Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility. EEO 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. Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact talent@distinctiveschools.org or call 773.828.4191

Job Description\uD83D\uDC9B What You’ll Do BrightBee is partnering with Distinctive Schools to hire Instructional Support Teachers. Distinctive teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student through strong relationships, high expectations, and a belief that all students can achieve great things in school and beyond. Teachers have a laser focus on instruction that engages learners and provides multiple opportunities for application of learned content. All teachers engage in individual and team deep intellectual preparation and lesson plans aligned to grade-level standards that use the core curriculum. Checks for understanding, student work, and assessments are used to make real-time and planned adjustments and deep review of student work to address gaps in instruction. Teachers have strong content knowledge in the subject-matter they teach in order to recognize, understand and respond to the content problems. At Distinctive, teachers grow through cycles of practice, feedback, practice, and feedback. Teachers build classroom communities with strong routines, rituals, and management practices that maximize time for instruction. Teachers maintain effective and ongoing communication on progress with students and families. Additionally, the Bilingual Teacher provides personalized academic and language instruction to English Learners in both English and the native language (Spanish), sheltered instruction, English Language Development, and ESL strategies. A Distinctive Schools Bilingual Teacher must be a passionate advocate for biliteracy and demonstrate a commitment to supporting students in their development of the language skills and subject matter needed to be productive classroom citizens. \uD83D\uDCC5 Schedule • Monday- Friday, • School Day hours approx.: 7:30am-4pm, • Full-Time \uD83D\uDC49 If you want meaningful impact—this is it. \uD83C\uDFAF What You’ll Be Doing Culture • Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making, • Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things, • Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making, • Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff, • Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset, • Foster positive climate and culture, • Serve as a positive role model, • Belief that a students’ languages and cultures are a tremendous strength and asse Professional Responsibilities • Implement the DS Model, • Administer tests and language assessments for the purpose of evaluating students' language ability, • Collaborate and co-teach with classroom teachers on the implementation of the WIDA Standards in daily lessons, • Support and assist teachers in analyzing culturally & linguistically diverse (CLD) student work, • Provide direct Bilingual and ESL services and instruction to identified students in push-in and pull-out instruction, • Develop and deliver lesson plans that utilize appropriate instructional techniques that enable limited English proficient students to overcome barriers that impede equal participation by these students in the district's instructional programs, • Adapt curriculum and provide tailored academic instruction in native language to English Learners as appropriate and in alignment with student goals and program model, • Deliver strong Instruction where students hold the cognitive lift and do the thinking during the lesson and are deeply engaged in the learning, • Utilize a variety of instructional methodologies and curriculum resources geared specifically towards CLD students, • Assist and support the administration of the required English Language Proficiency screeners and assessments, • Assist with the administration of the ACCESS test and support administration of state required assessments to CLD learners, • Collaborate with other classroom instructors to lead the curriculum, instruction, and assessment for all the students in the TBE and TPI programs., • Provide consistent opportunities for all students to work on grade-appropriate assignments using the core curriculum, resources, and strategies with frequent checks for understanding, • Commit to student-centered, personalized learning that puts every student in the driver’s seat with integration of their needs, strengths and interests into the learning., • Maintain inventory of all instructional materials Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, • Analyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate response/strategies making adjustments as needed to support students in mastering grade level standards, • Assess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units and analyze assessment data through campus and network wide systems, • Assessing students' progress, expectations, and goals in the bilingual program, • Engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness, • Participate in all required professional development and meetings, • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Classroom Culture (10%) • Maintain an organized and welcoming environment that provides students with a sense of belonging, joy, hope, and safety, • Manage strong classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learning, • Build strong relationships with students, families and colleagues, • Communicate effectively and frequently with students and families in their preferred language, • Has a mindset of using restorative justice approach with discipline and behavior management in alignment with campus and network practices, • Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievemen✅ Basic Requirements, • Bachelor's Degree, • Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment (IL or MI), • Valid Bilingual Spanish Endorsement or equivalent in state of employment (IL or MI), • Bilingual teacher candidates must possess a Bilingual Special Program Approval (BSPA). Candidates can fulfill this requirement by holding an Educator License with Stipulations (ELS-TBE) with BSPA or a Professional Educator License (PEL) with BSPA. This certification is mandatory for compliance with Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) and Chicago Public Schools (CPS) requirements., • Spanish Proficient in reading, writing, listening, and speaking, • Technology demands:, • Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple sources, • Proficient with cloud based software solutions (such as GoogleSuite), • Ability to learn digital tools and and programs as needed for the position, • Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration, • Commitment to supporting students’ social, emotional and academic development\uD83D\uDD10 Before You Start To keep students safe, you’ll need to: • Pass a background check, • Complete required school clearances, • Follow safety and reporting guidelines\uD83D\uDCF2 Ready to Get Started? Apply today and start working in schools near you. Our process is simple: • 1 phone interview, • Upon successful phone interview with BrightBee recruiters, candidates will be shared with Distinctive SchoolsHR department for onboarding and next steps.\uD83D\uDCCC Good to Know BrightBee centers child safety at the core of its work. Applicants must undergo a background check, adhere to a code of conduct, and comply with all mandated reporter training and reporting requirements Prior to working with students, you will need to pass a background check, livescan and may need to obtain other necessary testing/clearances and provide us with authorization to contact former employers.. Rest assured, we will guide you through the process! Please note, assignments may require the ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods of time. 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Job Description Title: Bilingual Instructional Support Teacher Locations: • CICS Irving Park- 3820 N Spaulding Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, • CICS Bucktown- 2235 N Hamilton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647, • CICS Prairie- 11530 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60628 Reports To: Principal Salary: Starting salary for certified teachers starts at $70,000- $3K sign on bonus for hired teachers with their PEL and BSPA endorsement to be paid out after 90 days of completed employment. Employee Type: Regular Full Time Start Date: August 2026 Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders. Position Overview Distinctive teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student through strong relationships, high expectations, and a belief that all students can achieve great things in school and beyond. Teachers have a laser focus on instruction that engages learners and provides multiple opportunities for application of learned content. All teachers engage in individual and team deep intellectual preparation and lesson plans aligned to grade-level standards that use the core curriculum. Checks for understanding, student work, and assessments are used to make real-time and planned adjustments and deep review of student work to address gaps in instruction. Teachers have strong content knowledge in the subject-matter they teach in order to recognize, understand and respond to the content problems. At Distinctive, teachers grow through cycles of practice, feedback, practice, and feedback. Teachers build classroom communities with strong routines, rituals, and management practices that maximize time for instruction. Teachers maintain effective and ongoing communication on progress with students and families. Additionally, the Bilingual Teacher provides personalized academic and language instruction to English Learners in both English and the native language (Spanish), sheltered instruction, English Language Development, and ESL strategies. A Distinctive Schools Bilingual Teacher must be a passionate advocate for biliteracy and demonstrate a commitment to supporting students in their development of the language skills and subject matter needed to be productive classroom citizens. Responsibilities Culture • Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making, • Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things, • Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making, • Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff, • Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset, • Foster positive climate and culture, • Serve as a positive role model, • Belief that a students’ languages and cultures are a tremendous strength and asset Preparation, Instruction and Assessment 90% • Implement the DS Model, • Administer tests and language assessments for the purpose of evaluating students' language ability, • Collaborate and co-teach with classroom teachers on the implementation of the WIDA Standards in daily lessons, • Support and assist teachers in analyzing culturally & linguistically diverse (CLD) student work, • Provide direct Bilingual and ESL services and instruction to identified students in push-in and pull-out instruction, • Develop and deliver lesson plans that utilize appropriate instructional techniques that enable limited English proficient students to overcome barriers that impede equal participation by these students in the district's instructional programs, • Adapt curriculum and provide tailored academic instruction in native language to English Learners as appropriate and in alignment with student goals and program model, • Deliver strong Instruction where students hold the cognitive lift and do the thinking during the lesson and are deeply engaged in the learning, • Utilize a variety of instructional methodologies and curriculum resources geared specifically towards CLD students, • Assist and support the administration of the required English Language Proficiency screeners and assessments, • Assist with the administration of the ACCESS test and support administration of state required assessments to CLD learners, • Collaborate with other classroom instructors to lead the curriculum, instruction, and assessment for all the students in the TBE and TPI programs., • Provide consistent opportunities for all students to work on grade-appropriate assignments using the core curriculum, resources, and strategies with frequent checks for understanding, • Commit to student-centered, personalized learning that puts every student in the driver’s seat with integration of their needs, strengths and interests into the learning., • Maintain inventory of all instructional materials Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, • Analyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate response/strategies making adjustments as needed to support students in mastering grade level standards, • Assess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units and analyze assessment data through campus and network wide systems, • Assessing students' progress, expectations, and goals in the bilingual program, • Engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness, • Participate in all required professional development and meetings, • Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Classroom Culture 10% • Maintain an organized and welcoming environment that provides students with a sense of belonging, joy, hope, and safety, • Manage strong classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learning, • Build strong relationships with students, families and colleagues, • Communicate effectively and frequently with students and families in their preferred language, • Has a mindset of using restorative justice approach with discipline and behavior management in alignment with campus and network practices, • Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievement Requirements (minimum) Education: Bachelor's Degree Qualifications • Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment (IL or MI), • Valid Bilingual Spanish Endorsement or equivalent in state of employment (IL or MI), • Spanish Proficient in reading, writing, listening, and speaking, • Technology demands:, • Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple sources, • Proficient with cloud based software solutions (such as GoogleSuite), • Ability to learn digital tools and and programs as needed for the position, • Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration, • Commitment to supporting students’ social, emotional and academic development Physical demands Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing Benefits • 25+ paid holidays, upfront sick leave, and an accrual-based personal time bank, • 12 weeks family paid leave, • Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision), • 403b match, • Fully match up to 3%, • 50% match up to 5%, • Professional development including tuition reimbursement, • Gym and wellness discounts, • And more Description Disclaimer: Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility. EEO: 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. Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact talent@distinctiveschools.org or call 773.828.4191

Job Description Title: K-8 Creative Writing Teacher Location: CICS Prairie- 11530 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60628 Reports To: Principal Salary: Starting salary for certified teachers starts at $70,000 Employee Type: Regular Full Time Start Date: August 2026 Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders. Position Overview Distinctive teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student through strong relationships, high expectations, and a belief that all students can achieve great things in school and beyond. Teachers have a laser focus on instruction that engages learners and provides multiple opportunities for application of learned content. All teachers engage in individual and team deep intellectual preparation and lesson plans aligned to grade-level standards that use the core curriculum. Checks for understanding, student work, and assessments are used to make real-time and planned adjustments and deep review of student work to address gaps in instruction. Teachers have strong content knowledge in the subject-matter they teach in order to recognize, understand and respond to the content problems. At Distinctive, teachers grow through cycles of practice, feedback, practice, and feedback. Teachers build classroom communities with strong routines, rituals, and management practices that maximize time for instruction. Teachers maintain effective and ongoing communication on progress with students and families. Responsibilities Culture • Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making, • Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things, • Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making, • Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff, • Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset, • Foster positive climate and culture, • Serve as a positive role model Preparation, Instruction and Assessment • Create curriculum that is backwards planned from college enrollment timeline and school goals, • Design and implement assessments and benchmarks that measure progress towards goal, • Use data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices, • Support students in creating ambitious college lists, writing personal essays, and submitting thorough applications before early action due dates, • Complete FAFSA, Alternate Financial Aid Application, CSS Profile, and other financial verification forms with students and parents by due dates, • Review financial aid letters with students and caretakers, • Manage a caseload of students in addition to being a teacher of record for college seminar class, • Participates in quarterly family nights to communicate critical info regarding the college process to families, • Support coordination of college visits for all grade-levels, • Host college representatives for informational sessions, • Implement the DS Model, • Provide consistent opportunities for all students to to work on grade-appropriate, • assignments using the core curriculum, resources, and strategies with frequent checks for understanding, • Deliver strong Instruction that requires that students hold the cognitive lift and are deeply engaged in the learning, • Use core instructional tools to design, prepare and deliver dynamic lesson aligned to grade-level standards that engage students in rigorous learning experiences, • Commit to student-centered, personalized learning that puts the student in the driver’s seat and integrates their needs, strengths and interests into the learning, • Maintain inventory of all instructional materials, • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, • Analyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate response/strategies, making adjustments as needed to support students in mastering grade level standards, • Assess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units and analyze assessment data through campus and network wide systems, • Engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness, • Participate in all required professional development and meetings, • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Requirements (minimum) Education: Bachelor’s Degree Qualifications • Valid professional educator license in the state of IL with an endorsement in elementary education and 5-8 Language Arts, • Technology demands:, • Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple sources, • Proficient with cloud based software solutions (such as GoogleSuite), • Ability to learn digital tools and and programs as needed for the position, • Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration, • Commitment to supporting students’ social, emotional and academic development Physical demands: Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing Benefits • 25+ paid holidays, upfront sick leave, and an accrual-based personal time bank, • 12 weeks family paid leave, • Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision), • 403b match, • Fully match up to 3%, • 50% match up to 5%, • Professional development including tuition reimbursement, • Gym and wellness discounts, • And more Description Disclaimer: Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility. EEO: 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. Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact talent@distinctiveschools.org or call 773.828.4191

Job Description Title: K-8 Dance Teacher Location: Chicago IL Reports To: Principal Salary Range: Starting salary for certified teachers starts at $70,000 Employee Type: Regular Full Time Start Date: August 2026 Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders. Position Overview Distinctive teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student through strong relationships, high expectations, and a belief that all students can achieve great things in school and beyond. Teachers have a laser focus on instruction that engages learners and provides multiple opportunities for application of learned content. All teachers engage in individual and team deep intellectual preparation and lesson plans aligned to grade-level standards that use the core curriculum. Checks for understanding, student work, and assessments are used to make real-time and planned adjustments and deep review of student work to address gaps in instruction. Teachers have strong content knowledge in the subject-matter they teach in order to recognize, understand and respond to the content problems. At Distinctive Schools, teachers grow through cycles of practice, feedback, practice, and feedback. Teachers build classroom communities with strong routines, rituals, and management practices that maximize time for instruction. Teachers maintain effective and ongoing communication on progress with students and families. Responsibilities Culture • Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making, • Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things, • Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making, • Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff, • Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset, • Foster positive climate and culture, • Serve as a positive role model Preparation, Instruction and Assessment 90% • Implement the DS Model, • Provide consistent opportunities for all students to to work on grade-appropriate, • assignments using the core curriculum, resources, and strategies with frequent checks for understanding, • Deliver strong Instruction that requires that students hold the cognitive lift and are deeply engaged in the learning, • Use core instructional tools to design, prepare and deliver dynamic lesson aligned to grade-level standards that engage students in rigorous learning experiences, • Commit to student-centered, personalized learning that puts the student in the driver’s seat and integrates their needs, strengths and interests into the learning, • Maintain inventory of all instructional materials, • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, • Analyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate response/strategies, making adjustments as needed to support students in mastering grade level standards, • Assess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units and analyze assessment data through campus and network wide systems, • Engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness, • Participate in all required professional development and meetings, • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Classroom Culture 10% • Maintain an organized and welcoming environment that provides students with a sense of belonging, joy, hope, and safety, • Manage strong classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learning, • Build strong relationships with students, families and colleagues, • Communicate effectively and frequently with students and families, • Has a mindset of using restorative justice approach with discipline and behavior management in alignment with campus and network practices, • Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievement Requirements & Qualifications (minimum) Education Bachelor’s Degree Qualifications • Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment or Proof of enrollment into a Teacher Certification program within 30 days of employment, • Content Area Endorsement (Academic expertise in related fields of study), • Technology demands:, • Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple source, • Proficient with cloud based software solutions (Google Suite), • Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the position, • Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration Physical demands Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing. Benefits • 25+ paid holidays, upfront sick leave, and an accrual-based personal time bank, • 12 weeks family paid leave, • Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision), • 403b match, • Fully match up to 3%, • 50% match up to 5%, • Professional development including tuition reimbursement, • Gym and wellness discounts, • And more Description Disclaimer Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility. EEO 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. Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact talent@distinctiveschools.org or call 773.828.4191

Job DescriptionDescription: Do you want a career that impacts the community? Do you have a desire to work somewhere that changes children’s lives? Join Chicago Youth Centers as we serve over 3,000 children and families each year! Title: Master Teacher Company: Chicago Youth Centers (CYC) Website: chicagoyouthcenters.org Compensation: $50,000 -$71,500 annually Classification: Full Time; Exempt Reports to: Childcare Director Supervisor Responsibilities: No Location: CYC Sidney Epstein Center at 3415 W. 13th Pl (Chicago, IL) Schedule: 8:30a - 5:00p; Monday - Friday; schedule varies depending on program needs Purpose: The Master Teacher develops classroom plans, implements the Gold Assessment and creative curriculum. Supervise classroom activities, administer developmental screening, conduct home visits and parent conferences, refer children with disabilities, participate and attend family engagement activities and parent meetings. Responsibilities: • Provide a learning environment for children that will help to promote learning through all developmental areas: physical, social-emotional, and intellectual Provide a “child-centered environment” which includes individualized activities, small and large group activities, • Develop weekly lesson plans, • Design and lay- out daily schedules based upon the monthly program focus designated by the Educational Manager, • Administer the ESI screening to determine the growth and development of each participate, • Review and evaluate children’s medical records and consult with the social service worker to develop individual service plans, • Observe children’s behavior in the classroom and prepare a complete humanistic assessment of each child, • Chart and maintain records of individual child growth patterns, • Conduct home visits to counsel parents regarding their children’s development and behavior. Also, due to attendance problems, • Record daily and meal attendance Willing to embrace and demonstrate CYC’s Mantras: • ATTITUDE MATTERS - Positivity begins with me. My attitude has the power to influence my environment and inspire those around me. I aim to be enthusiastic, optimistic, and kind—even when things get hard., • CARE FOR REAL - I will take every opportunity to show that I truly care. I commit to serving children and families, my co-workers and my community. I will think, care and act in a respectful manner to uplift and support others., • OWN IT - I will never say, “That’s not my job.” When I see something that needs to be done, I will assign myself and do it. I will make a commitment to carry out my job responsibilities and assignments with consistency, dependability, and respect., • PUSH FORWARD - I will be determined and progressive in thought and action. I will press on when problems arise and find innovative ways to solve issues. I will continuously learn and be open to the ideas of others.Requirements: Qualifications: • 2-3 years’ experience. Strong communication skills (written and verbal). Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education., • Type 04 certification or Professional Educator's License (PEL)., • English as a Second Language (ESL) Endorsement (preferred) must be completed by first opportunity., • Computer and time management skills., • Applicants must meet the requirements with a BA Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development with a Type 04 Certification., • Please confirm that you meet these requirements before applying. Please note: This is a year-round teaching position. Candidates must be available to work throughout the entire year, including the summer months. Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, 403B, AFLAC (Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurances), Pet Insurance, Commuter/Transit Chicago Youth Centers is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and drug free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Chicago Youth Centers will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. *This job description is not intended to represent a complete list of all duties and responsibilities. There may be unplanned activities and other duties assigned.* EOE/MVF

Job DescriptionAbout Intrinsic Schools Intrinsic Schools is a public charter network committed to reimagining secondary education so that every student is prepared for postsecondary success and meaningful, world-changing endeavors. We believe deeply in the potential of our students and in the power of great teaching, strong relationships, and intentional use of technology to personalize learning. Our model prioritizes both academic excellence and the development of essential non-cognitive skills such as empathy, independence, perseverance, and intellectual curiosity. Intrinsic serves diverse student communities across two campuses: Belmont (grades 7–12) and Downtown (grades 9–12). Our student population is 90% students of color, 86% eligible for free or reduced lunch, and 19% students with disabilities. We view this diversity as a strength and seek educators who are committed to equity, inclusion, and high expectations for all learners. Our Educational Model • Innovative Instructional Model (POD): Teachers work in collaborative POD teams to serve groups of approximately 60 students. Students rotate through teacher-led instruction, independent and personalized learning via technology, small-group work, and project-based learning, all aligned to individual learning needs. • Opportunities & Choice (C Day): One day per week, students select academic supports (e.g., tutoring, study groups, office hours) and enrichment opportunities aligned to their interests, fostering ownership, agency, and engagement. • Postsecondary Support: From day one, Intrinsic students receive comprehensive postsecondary planning and support, including counseling, early college credit opportunities, and financial guidance, ensuring alignment between student goals and post-graduation pathways.Job Summary The Classroom Teacher is responsible for planning and delivering rigorous, engaging instruction in a secondary learning environment that supports academic growth and personal development for all students. Teachers work under the supervision of the Principal and in close collaboration with instructional coaches, POD teammates, and support staff to continuously improve practice and outcomes for students. Duties and Responsibilities • Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction that promotes active learning and deep understanding, • Analyze student progress data to inform instruction, interventions, and flexible groupings, • Provide students with clear, timely, and actionable feedback that supports growth and mastery, • Integrate instructional technology effectively to personalize learning and increase student agency, • Uphold Intrinsic’s student culture by consistently enforcing expectations outlined in the Student Code of Conduct, • Serve as an advisor by mentoring a group of students, facilitating daily advisory lessons, and conducting individual conferences to monitor academic and social-emotional progress, • Design and lead a C Day club aligned to personal interests and student engagement, • Support student learning beyond the classroom through weekly office hours and targeted academic support, • Maintain accurate, up-to-date gradebooks and student records, • Collaborate with special education staff and other support team members to meet the needs of all learners, • Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to the postsecondary success of every student, • Engage actively in instructional coaching cycles, including data analysis, observation, feedback, video reflection, and practice, • Participate in school-wide professional development, POD planning, grade-level and content-area meetings, and data-driven instruction meetings, • Communicate proactively and professionally with families regarding student progress, strengths, and challenges, • Participate in school events, host student-led conferences, and attend IEP meetings as requiredQualifications, • Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field from an accredited institution, • Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate content-area endorsement (required prior to hire); ESL endorsement preferred, • Comfort using educational technology tools, with curiosity and willingness to learn about emerging tools, including AI, • Ability to build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with students, families, and colleagues, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Demonstrated professionalism, including punctuality, preparedness, accountability, follow-through, and effective collaboration, • Ability to consistently meet daily and weekly deadlines that support high-quality instruction and team success, • Strong work ethic, reflective mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement Equal Opportunity Employer Intrinsic Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Intrinsic Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Intrinsic Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources. Powered by JazzHR VdHSTZwlqZ

Job Description Title: K-8 Drama/ Theater Teacher Location: Chicago IL Reports To: Principal Salary Range: Starting salary for certified teachers starts at $70,000 Employee Type: Regular Full Time Start Date: August 2026 Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders. Position Overview Distinctive teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student through strong relationships, high expectations, and a belief that all students can achieve great things in school and beyond. Teachers have a laser focus on instruction that engages learners and provides multiple opportunities for application of learned content. All teachers engage in individual and team deep intellectual preparation and lesson plans aligned to grade-level standards that use the core curriculum. Checks for understanding, student work, and assessments are used to make real-time and planned adjustments and deep review of student work to address gaps in instruction. Teachers have strong content knowledge in the subject-matter they teach in order to recognize, understand and respond to the content problems. At Distinctive Schools, teachers grow through cycles of practice, feedback, practice, and feedback. Teachers build classroom communities with strong routines, rituals, and management practices that maximize time for instruction. Teachers maintain effective and ongoing communication on progress with students and families. Responsibilities Culture • Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making, • Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things, • Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making, • Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff, • Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset, • Foster positive climate and culture, • Serve as a positive role model Preparation, Instruction and Assessment 90% • Implement the DS Model, • Provide consistent opportunities for all students to to work on grade-appropriate, • assignments using the core curriculum, resources, and strategies with frequent checks for understanding, • Deliver strong Instruction that requires that students hold the cognitive lift and are deeply engaged in the learning, • Use core instructional tools to design, prepare and deliver dynamic lesson aligned to grade-level standards that engage students in rigorous learning experiences, • Commit to student-centered, personalized learning that puts the student in the driver’s seat and integrates their needs, strengths and interests into the learning, • Maintain inventory of all instructional materials, • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, • Analyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate response/strategies, making adjustments as needed to support students in mastering grade level standards, • Assess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units and analyze assessment data through campus and network wide systems, • Engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness, • Participate in all required professional development and meetings, • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Classroom Culture 10% • Maintain an organized and welcoming environment that provides students with a sense of belonging, joy, hope, and safety, • Manage strong classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learning, • Build strong relationships with students, families and colleagues, • Communicate effectively and frequently with students and families, • Has a mindset of using restorative justice approach with discipline and behavior management in alignment with campus and network practices, • Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievement Requirements & Qualifications (minimum) Education Bachelor’s Degree Qualifications • Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment or Proof of enrollment into a Teacher Certification program within 30 days of employment, • Content Area Endorsement (Academic expertise in related fields of study), • Technology demands:, • Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple source, • Proficient with cloud based software solutions (Google Suite), • Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the position, • Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration Physical demands Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing. Benefits • 25+ paid holidays, upfront sick leave, and an accrual-based personal time bank, • 12 weeks family paid leave, • Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision), • 403b match, • Fully match up to 3%, • 50% match up to 5%, • Professional development including tuition reimbursement, • Gym and wellness discounts, • And more Description Disclaimer Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility. EEO 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. Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact talent@distinctiveschools.org or call 773.828.4191

Job Description Title: 5th Grade Teacher Location: CICS Longwood 1309 W. 95th Street, Chicago, IL 60643 Reports To: Principal Salary Range: Starting salary for certified teachers starts at $70,000 Employee Type: Regular Full Time Start Date: August 2026 Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders. Position Overview Distinctive teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student through strong relationships, high expectations, and a belief that all students can achieve great things in school and beyond. Teachers have a laser focus on instruction that engages learners and provides multiple opportunities for application of learned content. All teachers engage in individual and team deep intellectual preparation and lesson plans aligned to grade-level standards that use the core curriculum. Checks for understanding, student work, and assessments are used to make real-time and planned adjustments and deep review of student work to address gaps in instruction. Teachers have strong content knowledge in the subject-matter they teach in order to recognize, understand and respond to the content problems. At Distinctive Schools, teachers grow through cycles of practice, feedback, practice, and feedback. Teachers build classroom communities with strong routines, rituals, and management practices that maximize time for instruction. Teachers maintain effective and ongoing communication on progress with students and families. Responsibilities Culture • Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making, • Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things, • Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making, • Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff, • Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset, • Foster positive climate and culture, • Serve as a positive role model Preparation, Instruction and Assessment 90% • Implement the DS Model, • Provide consistent opportunities for all students to to work on grade-appropriate, • assignments using the core curriculum, resources, and strategies with frequent checks for understanding, • Deliver strong Instruction that requires that students hold the cognitive lift and are deeply engaged in the learning, • Use core instructional tools to design, prepare and deliver dynamic lesson aligned to grade-level standards that engage students in rigorous learning experiences, • Commit to student-centered, personalized learning that puts the student in the driver’s seat and integrates their needs, strengths and interests into the learning, • Maintain inventory of all instructional materials, • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, • Analyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate response/strategies, making adjustments as needed to support students in mastering grade level standards, • Assess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units and analyze assessment data through campus and network wide systems, • Engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness, • Participate in all required professional development and meetings, • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Classroom Culture 10% • Maintain an organized and welcoming environment that provides students with a sense of belonging, joy, hope, and safety, • Manage strong classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learning, • Build strong relationships with students, families and colleagues, • Communicate effectively and frequently with students and families, • Has a mindset of using restorative justice approach with discipline and behavior management in alignment with campus and network practices, • Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievement Requirements & Qualifications (minimum) Education Bachelor’s Degree Qualifications • Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment or Proof of enrollment into a Teacher Certification program within 30 days of employment, • Content Area Endorsement (Academic expertise in related fields of study), • Technology demands:, • Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple source, • Proficient with cloud based software solutions (Google Suite), • Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the position, • Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration Physical demands Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing. Benefits • 25+ paid holidays, upfront sick leave, and an accrual-based personal time bank, • 12 weeks family paid leave, • Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision), • 403b match, • Fully match up to 3%, • 50% match up to 5%, • Professional development including tuition reimbursement, • Gym and wellness discounts, • And more Description Disclaimer Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility. EEO 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. Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact talent@distinctiveschools.org or call 773.828.4191

Job Description Title: High School African American Studies Teacher Location: Chicago IL Reports To: Principal Salary Range: Starting salary for certified teachers starts at $70,000 Employee Type: Regular Full Time Start Date: August 2026 Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders. Position Overview Distinctive teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student through strong relationships, high expectations, and a belief that all students can achieve great things in school and beyond. Teachers have a laser focus on instruction that engages learners and provides multiple opportunities for application of learned content. All teachers engage in individual and team deep intellectual preparation and lesson plans aligned to grade-level standards that use the core curriculum. Checks for understanding, student work, and assessments are used to make real-time and planned adjustments and deep review of student work to address gaps in instruction. Teachers have strong content knowledge in the subject-matter they teach in order to recognize, understand and respond to the content problems. At Distinctive Schools, teachers grow through cycles of practice, feedback, practice, and feedback. Teachers build classroom communities with strong routines, rituals, and management practices that maximize time for instruction. Teachers maintain effective and ongoing communication on progress with students and families. Responsibilities Culture • Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making, • Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things, • Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making, • Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff, • Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset, • Foster positive climate and culture, • Serve as a positive role model Preparation, Instruction and Assessment 90% • Implement the DS Model, • Provide consistent opportunities for all students to to work on grade-appropriate, • assignments using the core curriculum, resources, and strategies with frequent checks for understanding, • Deliver strong Instruction that requires that students hold the cognitive lift and are deeply engaged in the learning, • Use core instructional tools to design, prepare and deliver dynamic lesson aligned to grade-level standards that engage students in rigorous learning experiences, • Commit to student-centered, personalized learning that puts the student in the driver’s seat and integrates their needs, strengths and interests into the learning, • Maintain inventory of all instructional materials, • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, • Analyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate response/strategies, making adjustments as needed to support students in mastering grade level standards, • Assess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units and analyze assessment data through campus and network wide systems, • Engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness, • Participate in all required professional development and meetings, • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Classroom Culture 10% • Maintain an organized and welcoming environment that provides students with a sense of belonging, joy, hope, and safety, • Manage strong classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learning, • Build strong relationships with students, families and colleagues, • Communicate effectively and frequently with students and families, • Has a mindset of using restorative justice approach with discipline and behavior management in alignment with campus and network practices, • Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievement Requirements & Qualifications (minimum) Education Bachelor’s Degree Qualifications • Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment or Proof of enrollment into a Teacher Certification program within 30 days of employment, • Content Area Endorsement (Academic expertise in related fields of study), • Technology demands:, • Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple source, • Proficient with cloud based software solutions (Google Suite), • Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the position, • Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration Physical demands Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing. Benefits • 25+ paid holidays, upfront sick leave, and an accrual-based personal time bank, • 12 weeks family paid leave, • Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision), • 403b match, • Fully match up to 3%, • 50% match up to 5%, • Professional development including tuition reimbursement, • Gym and wellness discounts, • And more Description Disclaimer Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility. EEO 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. Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact talent@distinctiveschools.org or call 773.828.4191

Job Description Title: High School Physical Education Teacher Location: CICS Longwood- 1309 W 95th St, Chicago, IL 60643 Reports To: Principal Salary Range: Starting salary for certified teachers starts at $70,000 Employee Type: Regular Full Time Start Date: August 2026 Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders. Position Overview Distinctive teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student through strong relationships, high expectations, and a belief that all students can achieve great things in school and beyond. Teachers have a laser focus on instruction that engages learners and provides multiple opportunities for application of learned content. All teachers engage in individual and team deep intellectual preparation and lesson plans aligned to grade-level standards that use the core curriculum. Checks for understanding, student work, and assessments are used to make real-time and planned adjustments and deep review of student work to address gaps in instruction. Teachers have strong content knowledge in the subject-matter they teach in order to recognize, understand and respond to the content problems. At Distinctive Schools, teachers grow through cycles of practice, feedback, practice, and feedback. Teachers build classroom communities with strong routines, rituals, and management practices that maximize time for instruction. Teachers maintain effective and ongoing communication on progress with students and families. Responsibilities Culture • Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making, • Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things, • Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making, • Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff, • Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset, • Foster positive climate and culture, • Serve as a positive role model Preparation, Instruction and Assessment 90% • Implement the DS Model, • Provide consistent opportunities for all students to to work on grade-appropriate, • assignments using the core curriculum, resources, and strategies with frequent checks for understanding, • Deliver strong Instruction that requires that students hold the cognitive lift and are deeply engaged in the learning, • Use core instructional tools to design, prepare and deliver dynamic lesson aligned to grade-level standards that engage students in rigorous learning experiences, • Commit to student-centered, personalized learning that puts the student in the driver’s seat and integrates their needs, strengths and interests into the learning, • Maintain inventory of all instructional materials, • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, • Analyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate response/strategies, making adjustments as needed to support students in mastering grade level standards, • Assess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units and analyze assessment data through campus and network wide systems, • Engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness, • Participate in all required professional development and meetings, • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Classroom Culture 10% • Maintain an organized and welcoming environment that provides students with a sense of belonging, joy, hope, and safety, • Manage strong classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learning, • Build strong relationships with students, families and colleagues, • Communicate effectively and frequently with students and families, • Has a mindset of using restorative justice approach with discipline and behavior management in alignment with campus and network practices, • Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievement Requirements & Qualifications (minimum) Education Bachelor’s Degree Qualifications • Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment or Proof of enrollment into a Teacher Certification program within 30 days of employment, • Content Area Endorsement (Academic expertise in related fields of study), • Technology demands:, • Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple source, • Proficient with cloud based software solutions (Google Suite), • Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the position, • Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration Physical demands Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing. Benefits • 25+ paid holidays, upfront sick leave, and an accrual-based personal time bank, • 12 weeks family paid leave, • Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision), • 403b match, • Fully match up to 3%, • 50% match up to 5%, • Professional development including tuition reimbursement, • Gym and wellness discounts, • And more Description Disclaimer Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility. EEO 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. Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact talent@distinctiveschools.org or call 773.828.4191

Job DescriptionResponsibilities • Manage classroom behaviors, • Report behavioral concerns of students to appropriate staff, • Implement and maintain behavioral program policies and data, • Maintain classroom order and safety (Security), • Provide general supervision of students inside the school setting, • Assist in the prevention and management of incidents of non-compliance and/or escalation in behavior, • Maintain alertness for problems likely to disrupt the educational process or to be a safety concern and correct and report these conditions Respond to emergency situations, • Provide interventions to students to assist in managing behaviors, • Think quickly, independently, and tactfullyQualifications, • Security or Juvenile Justice background is helpful, • Military Veterans are encouraged to apply, • Ability to operate tactfully under stress, • Flexibility to change in routines, • At least 23 years of age, • Able to work with high-risk special needs students, • Good driving record and willing and able to drive student van is strongly preferredCompensation & Benefits, • In accordance with the Pay Transparency amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003, information about pay ranges and employee benefits can be found at the following links:, • Full Time Employee Benefits Overview:, • Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match. For more information visit:, • https://menta.com/employee-benefits-full-time/, • Compensation Information:, • https://menta.com/compensation-arizona-and-illinois/, • Please refer to the "Classroom Support" section for this position's categoryMenta Academy Oak ParkMenta Academy Oak Park has relocated to Chicago605 S Albany Ave, Chicago, IL 60612 Our unique, innovative learning environment provides the ideal instructional formula in Menta’s focus on personalized learning, which allows students to have some level of voice and choice on what they learn, the pace at which they learn and to some extent where they learn. Tailoring the learning experiences via a student’s Individual Educational Plan, with an emphasis on student inquiry and interests increases engagement and optimizes learning. Menta Academy Oak Park is one of the most unique educational settings around. The school was designed to look like a Google office since the learning environment mirrors that of a business setting. Students, facilitated by highly skilled educators, learn in a blended learning environment using digital online media, group problem solving, and individual self directed learning. Our methods are steeped in highly recognized scientific research which is designed to provide data driven outcomes. The students will work in any number of spaces created to provide structure, consistency and predictability, all necessary ingredients for a successful educational experience. Areas of learning may include CEO conference table for group work and analysis, a Think Tank where students collaborate in small groups learning to be productive team members, and Socratic Discourse Bleachers where larger groups meet with teacher facilitators to address challenges that require development and critical thinking skills. Students Served: High School-21 More About The Menta Education Group The Menta Education Group’s mission is “To provide innovative solutions to critical problems in education and human services.” Menta brings a framework of educational practices that have been designed and are supported through evidence based practices. Menta’s collaborative process with various school and community stakeholders has resulted in programs designed to educate, support, challenge, empower and celebrate students who present with a range of academic, social and emotional needs. At the beginning of a student’s experience with Menta, a collaborative meeting is held that includes the student, significant people in their lives, Menta staff and other professionals as appropriate. During that meeting, a comprehensive assessment of the student’s past, present and future desires is used to establish a student centered plan (MAP) that serves as a foundation of the student’s Menta programming. A guiding principle of Menta is ‘we do not give up’, while also holding our students and staff to high expectations. The educational offerings at a Menta program provides students with a quality education that is designed to nurture and enhance the skills and maturity needed to meet the challenges of being productive adults and citizens in a rapidly changing 21st century world. Menta’s programs utilize a unique curricular framework that relies on the Expanded Menta Method and Trauma Informed Practices as the foundational principles for the teaching, counseling and mentoring work done by our highly trained staff. Personalized learning is the hub of our strategic curricular design intended to meet the needs of every student. Starting with the end in mind (learning targets and academic goals), a leveraging of current technologies coupled with highly trained instructional facilitators creates a rich learning environment supporting all student needs. Menta’s learning spaces are unique and specially designed to combine traditional teacher/student interaction with state of the art technology and learning innovations. Those learning spaces are flexible and can accommodate a variety of learning activities, such as inquiry learning and project based learning. Our spaces are designed to mimic productive spaces learners would find in business and/or corporate environments, thereby helping students achieve a mind-set designed for adult learning and work. Professional Associations and/or Partnerships The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities. Equal Opportunity Employer The Menta Education Group (“Menta”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender identity and gender expression), color, national origin, religion, age, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Menta’s office.