Intermediate Teacher

About the role

Founded in 2001, LEARN is a network of high-performing college preparatory, tuition-free public elementary and middle schools with the mission of providing children with the academic foundation and ambition to earn a college degree. There are 11 LEARN Schools serving over 4,000 students in grades PK-8 across Chicago, Waukegan, North Chicago, and Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities

• Effectively implementing instructional programs and strategic interventions that drive results.
• Implementing instructional activities that follow curricular guidelines and frameworks.
• Understanding how to use data to improve instruction and improve student achievement.
• Differentiating instruction to meet the needs of students with various academic and social needs.
• Providing a positive learning environment that promotes thinking; the classroom environment is supportive and community-based.
• Demonstrating effective classroom management skills that contribute to a positive learning environment.
• Collaborating with peers to enhance the instructional environment and meet school-wide goals.
• Maintaining a professional working relationship with parents.
• Cultivating ongoing relationships with student’s families, staff, and other members of the community.

Qualifications

• Have Professional Educator’s License (PEL) in Elementary Education.
• A demonstrated record of living LEARN's Core Values.
• Possess 1+ year of Teaching experience.
• A demonstrated track record of delivering gains in student academic achievement.
• Possess bilingual skills (preferred).