Class Size Teacher-- 4th Grade

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

The Class Size Teacher will be responsible for instructional planning, providing written lesson plans, and evaluating pupils' progress. They will also be responsible for establishing a positive learning environment, maintaining accurate records, and promoting student growth in self-discipline and positive self-concept.

What You Will Do

The Class Size Teacher will be responsible for instructional planning, implementing instructional methods, and maintaining accurate attendance records. They will also be responsible for promoting anti-vandalism programs, establishing and maintaining reasonable rules of conduct, and communicating with parents or guardians.

Why It Might Be a Fit

To be successful in this role, the Class Size Teacher must possess knowledge of subject matter, contemporary principles and practices of teaching, and classroom and behavior management techniques. They must also be able to modify instruction to meet student needs and work effectively with pupils, parents, and staff members.

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
  • Teachers must possess at least one of the following valid teaching licenses issued by the Illinois State Board of Education: a Professional Educator License (PEL), an Educator License with Stipulations (ELS)
  • Knowledge of subject matter consistent with state certification requirements, knowledge of contemporary principles and practice of teaching, and 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, parent 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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