K-8 STEAM Enrichment Teacher

Distinctive Schools•Chicago, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Distinctive Schools seeks a K-8 STEAM Enrichment Teacher to create engaging, rigorous learning experiences and cultivate a love of learning through strong relationships, high expectations, and the belief that every student can achieve. The teacher plans lessons aligned to grade-level standards and core curriculum, uses checks for understanding and assessment data to adjust instruction, and supports students in mastering standards. Teachers participate in cycles of practice and feedback, build classroom communities with effective routines, and maintain ongoing communication with students and families. The position is based in Chicago, Illinois, reports to the Principal, and has a starting salary of $70,000 for certified teachers. The start date is October 2026. The teacher contributes to a student-centered, equitable, culturally responsive culture of belonging. They implement the Distinctive Schools model, support personalized learning, maintain instructional materials and accurate student records, and collaborate with colleagues, families, and campus and network teams. The role also includes coaching, mentoring, professional development, meetings, and travel as required for training, development, and collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Valid Professional Educator License with the Illinois State Board of Education, or proof of enrollment in a teacher certification program within 30 days of employment.
Content Area Endorsement.
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.

Responsibilities

Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision-making 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 strong relationships with students, families, and staff; foster a positive climate and serve as a positive role model.
Implement the Distinctive Schools model and provide consistent opportunities for students to work on grade-appropriate assignments using core curriculum, resources, and strategies, with frequent checks for understanding.
Deliver strong instruction in which students take on the cognitive lift and are deeply engaged in learning.
Use core instructional tools to design, prepare, and deliver dynamic lessons aligned with grade-level standards.
Provide student-centered, personalized learning that integrates students’ needs, strengths, and interests.
Maintain an inventory of instructional materials and accurate, complete records of student progress and development.
Analyze assessments and use progress data to design appropriate instructional responses, make adjustments, and support mastery of grade-level standards.
Assess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units; analyze assessment data through campus and network systems.
Participate in coaching, mentoring, professional development, and required meetings to improve instructional effectiveness.
Maintain an organized, welcoming classroom environment that provides belonging, joy, hope, and safety.
Manage classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learning.
Communicate effectively and frequently with students and families.
Use a restorative justice approach to discipline and behavior management in alignment with campus and network practices.
Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievement.
Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal.