Elementary Teacher

Elementary TeacherDistinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders.Position OverviewDistinctive teachers cultivate a love for learning in every student through strong relationships, high expectations, and a belief that all students can achieve great things in school and beyond. Teachers have a laser focus on instruction that engages learners and provides multiple opportunities for application of learned content. All teachers engage in individual and team deep intellectual preparation and lesson plans aligned to grade-level standards that use the core curriculum. Checks for understanding, student work, and assessments are used to make real-time and planned adjustments and deep review of student work to address gaps in instruction. Teachers have strong content knowledge in the subject-matter they teach in order to recognize, understand and respond to the content problems. At Distinctive Schools, teachers grow through cycles of practice, feedback, practice, and feedback. Teachers build classroom communities with strong routines, rituals, and management practices that maximize time for instruction. Teachers maintain effective and ongoing communication on progress with students and families.ResponsibilitiesCultureMaintain a student-centered perspective in decision makingBelieve that all students can learn and can achieve great thingsContribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision makingBuild and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staffCultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindsetFoster positive climate and cultureServe as a positive role modelPreparation, Instruction and Assessment 90%Implement the DS ModelProvide consistent opportunities for all students to work on grade-appropriate assignments using the core curriculum, resources, and strategies with frequent checks for understandingDeliver strong Instruction that requires that students hold the cognitive lift and are deeply engaged in the learningUse core instructional tools to design, prepare and deliver dynamic lesson aligned to grade-level standards that engage students in rigorous learning experiencesCommit to student-centered, personalized learning that puts the student in the driver's seat and integrates their needs, strengths and interests into the learningMaintain inventory of all instructional materialsMaintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and developmentAnalyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate response/strategies, making adjustments as needed to support students in mastering grade level standardsAssess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units and analyze assessment data through campus and network wide systemsEngage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectivenessParticipate in all required professional development and meetingsPerform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the PrincipalClassroom Culture 10%Maintain an organized and welcoming environment that provides students with a sense of belonging, joy, hope, and safetyManage strong classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learningBuild strong relationships with students, families and colleaguesCommunicate effectively and frequently with students and familiesHas a mindset of using restorative justice approach with discipline and behavior management in alignment with campus and network practicesCollaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievementRequirements & Qualifications (minimum)Education Bachelor's DegreeQualificationsValid Professional Educator License with the Illinois State Board of Education or Proof of enrollment into a Teacher Certification program within 30 days of employmentContent Area EndorsementTechnology demands: Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple sourceProficient with cloud based software solutions (Google Suite)Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the positionTravel as required for training, professional development, and collaborationPhysical demandsOccasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing.Benefits25+ paid holidays, upfront sick leave, and an accrual-based personal time bank12 weeks family paid leaveComprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)403b match Fully match up to 3%50% match up to 5%Professional development including tuition reimbursementGym and wellness discountsAnd moreDescription DisclaimerSince no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility.EEODistinctive Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.Distinctive Schools is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. 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