Bilingual Teacher (9-12 Bil. Spanish/ History)

Chicago Public Schools
Chicago, IL
Category Education
Job Description
Role Overview

Under the supervision of the school principal, responsible for the instruction, progress, and discipline of all pupils in assigned classes, and performs related duties as required. The teacher will be responsible for instructional planning, implementing instructional methods, and evaluating pupils' progress.

What You Will Do

Provide written lesson plans, establish positive learning expectation standards, evaluate pupils' progress, and maintain current and accurate records of pupils' achievements. The teacher will also participate in programs to improve student attendance, promote anti-vandalism programs, and establish and maintain reasonable rules of conduct within the classroom and on school grounds.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of subject matter consistent with state certification requirements, knowledge of contemporary principles and practices of teaching, and ability to modify instruction to meet student needs. The teacher will also be able to cooperate with the school faculty and administration in the development and implementation of an articulated program of instruction.

Requirements

  • Successful completion of all student teaching requirements as well as all course work required to obtain the appropriate teaching certificate(s) issued by the Illinois State Board of Education.
  • Possess at least one of the following valid teaching licenses issued by the Illinois State Board of Education: Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS), properly endorsed for this position.
  • Knowledge of subject matter consistent with state certification requirements, knowledge of contemporary principles and practices 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;

Benefits

  • Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
  • Medical Plan Options
  • Pharmacy
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Behavioral Health & EAP
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
  • 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: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life
  • Paid Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation Days
  • Parental Leaves
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Religious Holidays
  • Leaves
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