AHS-Project Mathematics Instructor

About the role

Truman Middle College (TMC) is an Alternative High School (AHS) within the Youth Connection Charter School Network, open to eligible youth between 16 to 21 years old. TMC aims to empower students to rise above barriers, enabling them to complete their high school diploma and transition successfully to higher education and careers.

Responsibilities

• Implements new courses, prepares course syllabi, and identifies and records targeted goals for students.
• Presents five, 50-minute lectures each day, directing students in specific mathematics concepts and principles, and promoting understanding of the language of mathematics.
• Tests and grades students' skills, prepares and distributes report cards to students and parents, and directs students to complete specific forms that stipulate the students' objectives.
• Participates in shared decision-making with the administration of the school.
• Conducts interviews with current and prospective students, informing them of set objectives and expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field supplemented by one to two years of related experience and/or training.
• Type 9 Teaching Certificate or Professional Educator License (PEL) required. Consideration will be given to candidates with charter school certification.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities needed for addressing concerns of students and the administration and resolving situations in a timely manner.
• Self-directed, innovative, and committed to integrating new technologies in the learning process with the ability to inspire, motivate, and empower students to succeed.
• A basic understanding of the social dynamics of "at-risk" students.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required with the ability to interact effectively with students.
• Must be able to work well within a culturally diverse environment with the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.

Benefits

The starting salary for this position is between $69,545.00 and $76,499.50. The offered salary will be determined by the respective collective bargaining agreement and applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. We offer an excellent health and welfare benefit package, long-term savings and investment programs, including 403(b) & 457(b) Investment Plans and a pension plan with the State University Retirement System (SURS) Plan. Generous vacation, holiday, personal and sick days, and tuition reimbursement. For more information on benefits, visit here.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD

Additional Information

We offer an excellent health and welfare benefit package, long-term savings and investment programs, including 403(b) & 457(b) Investment Plans and a pension plan with the State University Retirement System (SURS) Plan. Generous vacation, holiday, personal and sick days, and tuition reimbursement. For more information on benefits, visit here. Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.