Class Size Teacher (9-12 REG Geography)

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is the third-largest school district in the United States, serving over 340,000 students in 600+ schools and employing nearly 36,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life.

About the role

The Joint Class Size Assessment Council (JCSAC) allocates Class-Size Teacher positions to address oversized classrooms in Priority Schools and other impacted schools. These positions are reviewed annually and concluded at the end of each school year. Under the supervision of the school principal, the Class Size Teacher is responsible for the instruction, progress, and discipline of all pupils in assigned classes and performs related duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Instructional planning, including providing written lesson plans following the objectives of the instructional programs.
• Establishing positive learning environment expectation standards for all pupils.
• Evaluating pupils’ progress and maintaining current and accurate records of pupils’ achievements.
• Implementing instructional methods using contemporary principles of learning theory and teaching methodology.
• Drawing from the range of instructional materials available in the school.
• Participating in the development and implementation of new teaching techniques.
• Providing bulletin board and interest areas reflective of pupils’ current work.
• Exhibiting and applying knowledge of the curriculum content related to subject areas and instructional level.
• Participating in programs to improve student attendance.
• Promoting anti-vandalism programs in the schools.
• Establishing and maintaining reasonable rules of conduct within the classroom and on school grounds, including playgrounds, corridors, and lunchrooms, consistent with the Chicago Public Schools’ Uniform Discipline Code.
• Maintaining accurate attendance records and seating charts.
• Encouraging student growth in self-discipline and positive self-concept.
• Ensuring fairness in teacher-pupil relationships and exhibiting an understanding and respect for students.
• Initiating appropriate conferences with parents, guardians, administrators, and/or ancillary personnel following school procedures.
• Communicating with parents or guardians and counseling pupils on academic progress, attendance, and conduct.
• Participating in in-service meetings and professional staff meetings and using pertinent information and materials provided.
• Coordinating and attending class field trips (as needed).
• Working in extra-curricular and after-school activities (as needed).
• Utilizing appropriate resources available in the community.

Requirements

• Successful completion of all student teaching requirements and course work required to obtain the appropriate teaching certificate(s) issued by the Illinois State Board of Education.
• Possession of at least one of the following valid teaching licenses issued by the Illinois State Board of Education: a Professional Educator License (PEL) or an Educator License with Stipulations (ELS).

Skills

• Knowledge of subject matter consistent with state certification requirements.
• Knowledge of contemporary principles and practice of teaching.
• Knowledge of classroom and behavior management techniques.
• Ability to modify instruction to meet student needs.
• Ability to cooperate with the school faculty and administration in the development and implementation of an articulated program of instruction.
• Ability to work effectively with pupils, parents and guardians, staff members, and community representatives in providing an appropriate educational program.
• Ability to understand the physical, intellectual, social, and emotional patterns of pupils.
• Skill in the application of contemporary principles and practices of teaching.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Skill in exercising sound and professional judgment.

Physical Requirements

Light work: Exerting up to twenty (20) pounds of force occasionally, up to ten (10) pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force often to move objects. Even though the weight or force moved may be insignificant, the position may be rated as Light Work when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree or when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing or pulling of arm controls.

Conditions of Employment

• Establish and maintain Chicago residency within six months of hire date and throughout employment with the district.
• Completion of the Class Size Teacher - Interim Assignment Acceptance Form is required for this position.
• Be fully vaccinated within 30 days of hire date or submit to weekly COVID-19 testing. Full vaccination is defined as at least two weeks after the second shot of a two-shot vaccination course, or at least two weeks after a one-shot vaccination course.

Benefits

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive health coverage options for employees and eligible dependents, including medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, behavioral health, and EAP.
• Employee Wellness Program.

Financial Security

• Basic Life Insurance.
• Life and Disability Insurance.
• Pension Plans.
• Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b)).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Spot Pet Insurance.

Work-Life Balance

• Paid Leave.
• Sick Leave.
• Vacation Days.
• Parental Leaves.
• Short-Term Disability.
• Religious Holidays.

Reference the Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.

Pay

Salary range: $64,469.94 to $82,839.39

Primary location: South Side - 8147 South Vincennes Avenue (Simeon Career Academy)