2026-2027 Classroom Teacher -2nd Grade

Legacy Charter School•Chicago, IL

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Legacy Charter School is seeking a passionate and student-centered Classroom Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. We are looking for an educator who is committed to providing scholars with rigorous academic experiences that prepare them for success with grade-level and above-grade-level content through consistent, joyful, social-emotional, and cognitive learning experiences. Legacy Charter School is a high-performing public charter school serving approximately 500 scholars in Pre-K through 8th grade in Chicago’s North Lawndale neighborhood. Our team is committed to building a strong learning environment where scholars are challenged, supported, and empowered to succeed academically and personally. The Classroom Teacher provides scholars with high-quality, standards-based instruction rooted in engaging, culturally relevant, and data-informed pedagogy. Teachers create strong classroom communities, build meaningful relationships with scholars and families, and focus deeply on academic growth and scholar success. This role is ideal for an educator who is skilled in lesson planning, classroom culture, data-informed instruction, and relationship-building with scholars, families, and colleagues.

Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university
Two or more years of full-time teaching experience, ideally in an urban school setting
Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) required

Nice To Haves

Believes deeply in scholars' potential
Possesses an unwavering belief that all scholars deserve access to outstanding educational opportunities
Leads through cultural responsiveness and is committed to improving outcomes for all scholars, especially those from underserved communities
Makes classroom decisions based on what is best for scholars
Brings collaboration and a solutions-oriented approach to developing positive relationships with staff, scholars, and the broader community
Drives academic results
Works relentlessly to achieve exceptional scholar outcomes
Demonstrates clear intellect, goal-setting, grit, and tenacity
Embraces a growth mindset and identifies professional development goals aligned with the school’s strategic plan
Builds authentic relationships
Operates with self-awareness, humility, and integrity in all interactions
Builds trust and respect with peers, leaders, scholars, families, and community members
Contributes positively to a collaborative and mission-driven school culture

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality instruction that is standards-based, engaging, rigorous, and culturally relevant
Use assessment data to inform instruction and support scholar growth
Develop positive and productive relationships within the classroom community and with staff members and Legacy families
Create a safe and productive learning environment through strong classroom routines and procedures
Implement restorative practices and support scholars’ social-emotional learning
Demonstrate respect for diverse people, ideas, and perspectives
Collaborate with colleagues and contribute positively to the school community
Excel in a fast-paced and multi-faceted charter school environment with grace, collaboration, and a solutions-oriented approach