Lead Teacher 5th Grade Teacher

Sacred Heart Schools•Chicago, IL

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Sacred Heart Schools is seeking a 5th Grade Teacher, whose chief responsibility will be to work within the scope of the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Education to teach 5th grade curriculum and engage as a member of the Middle School faculty.

Requirements

Demonstrate good organization and attention to detail
Have excellent communication skills with service orientation
Be highly motivated, ethical, and eager to learn
Prioritize and multi-task effectively
Enjoy working both independently and as member of a team
Continuously strive for process improvement and quality outcomes
Have experience teaching in a differentiated style, including teaching small groups of students
Bachelor’s degree required

Nice To Haves

Master’s preferred
Experience teaching 4th, 5th and/or 6th grade preferred

Responsibilities

Designing and implementing instruction in core subjects aligned to national and state standards
Curriculum formation, implementation, and evaluation
Utilizing common assessments in conjunction with the grade team to evaluate student outcomes and inform instruction
Working as an active and collaborative member of the grade level team and with other Middle School faculty members
Support, implement, and model the Goals and Criteria for Sacred Heart Schools
Demonstrate appropriate planning and preparation for instruction
Develop and maintain a classroom atmosphere that inspires learning
Uphold professional standards of personal presentation, discretion, punctuality, and clear, direct, open communication
Appropriately carry out specific assignments, including but not limited to assigned supervision and duties, and other areas as assigned by the Leadership Team
Maintain professional credentials and/or certification as defined by our accrediting agency and consistent with band level placement
Align with faculty in other divisions for vertical curriculum coordination
Provide comprehensive parent communication and education concerning their student’s performance and progress