10th Grade Chemistry Teacher

Distinctive Schools • Chicago, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Distinctive Schools seeks a 10th Grade Chemistry Teacher for CICS Longwood in Chicago, Illinois. Teachers cultivate a love of learning through strong relationships, high expectations, and the belief that every student can achieve. They deliver engaging instruction that gives students opportunities to apply what they learn and prepare lessons aligned with grade-level standards and the core curriculum. Teachers use checks for understanding, student work, and assessments to adjust instruction and address learning gaps. They bring strong subject-matter knowledge, participate in cycles of practice and feedback, establish classroom routines that maximize instructional time, and communicate with students and families about progress.

The role includes implementing the Distinctive Schools model, using assessment data to plan and adjust instruction, maintaining student progress records and instructional materials, and participating in coaching, mentoring, professional development, and meetings. Teachers also foster a welcoming classroom community, build relationships with students and families, and use restorative approaches to discipline and behavior management.

The position reports to the Principal. It is a regular, full-time role with a stated start date of December 2024 and a starting salary of $58,682, commensurate with experience. The job requires occasional travel for training, professional development, and collaboration. Physical demands include occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. The job generally involves 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in the state of employment (Illinois or Michigan), or proof of enrollment in a teacher certification program within 30 days of employment.
• Content-area endorsement or academic expertise in related fields of study.
• Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple sources.
• Proficiency with cloud-based software solutions, including Google Suite.
• Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the position.
• Ability to travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a student-centered perspective and believe that all students can learn and achieve.
• Contribute to campus and network equity work and engage in culturally responsive decision-making.
• Build a culture of belonging through positive relationships with students, families, and staff; foster a positive climate and serve as a role model.
• Implement the Distinctive Schools model and provide regular opportunities for students to complete grade-appropriate assignments using core curriculum, resources, and strategies.
• Deliver engaging instruction that places the cognitive work on students and supports deep engagement in learning.
• Design, prepare, and deliver dynamic lessons aligned with grade-level standards using core instructional tools.
• Use personalized, student-centered learning that incorporates students’ needs, strengths, and interests.
• Maintain an inventory of instructional materials and accurate, complete records of student progress and development.
• Analyze assessments and progress-monitoring data to plan responses, adjust instruction, and support mastery of grade-level standards.
• Assess students daily, weekly, and at the end of units, and analyze assessment data using campus and network systems.
• Participate in coaching, mentoring, professional development, and required meetings to improve instructional effectiveness.
• Maintain an organized, welcoming classroom that promotes belonging, joy, hope, and safety.
• Establish classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learning.
• Communicate effectively and frequently with students and families about progress.
• Use restorative justice approaches to discipline and behavior management in alignment with campus and network practices.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievement.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Principal.

Benefits

• 25+ paid holidays and 10 days of PTO annually, in addition to summer break for educators/campus positions.
• 12 weeks of paid family leave.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision healthcare.
• 403(b) match: fully matched up to 3% and 50% matched up to 5%.
• Professional development, including tuition reimbursement.
• Gym and wellness discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level