Class Size Teacher - 9-12 Physical Education

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

The Class Size Teacher will be responsible for instructional planning, implementing instructional methods, and maintaining accurate attendance records. They will also establish and maintain reasonable rules of conduct within the classroom and on school grounds. The Class Size Teacher will be held accountable for promoting anti-vandalism programs, encouraging student growth in self-discipline and positive self-concept, and ensuring fairness in teacher-pupil relationships.

What You Will Do

The Class Size Teacher will be responsible for providing written lesson plans, preparing for classes, evaluating pupils' progress, and maintaining current and accurate records of pupils' achievements. They 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

To be successful in this role, the Class Size Teacher must possess 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. They must also be able to modify instruction to meet student needs, cooperate with the school faculty and administration, and work effectively with pupils, parents, and guardians.

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
  • 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, cooperate with the school faculty and administration, and work effectively with pupils, parents, and guardians

Benefits

  • Health & Wellness: comprehensive health coverage, medical plan options, pharmacy, dental, vision, behavioral health & EAP, employee wellness program
  • Financial Security: strong retirement and savings options, 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: competitive paid time off policies, paid leave, sick leave, vacation days, parental leaves, short-term disability, religious holidays, leaves
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