Job Description

Location: Chicago, IL

Job Description:

Job Summary:

Lower School grade level math specialist teachers develop and execute engaging and interactive math lessons in collaboration with homeroom teachers to co-teach and create an environment that allows students to think critically and independently. The math teachers are responsible for developing curriculum, supervising students both in and out of the classroom and maintaining up-to-date teaching techniques to provide students with a quality educational experience. Math teachers build relationships with homeroom teachers, students, families, and staff in order to foster a culture of community. Math teachers are expected to collaborate with homeroom teachers to maintain strong lines of communication with families about student progress, and to support and collaborate closely with colleagues in the pursuit of Labâ™s mission. We are looking for math teachers who project an air of optimism; who will share feedback to help students learn problem-solving; who can reflect on how their actions affect others; and who will work each day to create a rich learning environment, and a culture of intellectual curiosity. 

We are seeking someone who enjoys thinking deeply about mathematics, is passionate and committed to meeting the needs of diverse students, is knowledgeable of and experienced with a wide variety of mathematics, is comfortable and able to navigate and support working collaboratively with homeroom teachers and their approaches to teaching and learning. This candidate possesses experience in teaching mathematics. In addition, ideal candidates demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including cultural competency skills. 

All faculty members are expected to perform in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement and are expected to work the required days as stipulated in that agreement.

Responsibilities:

• Build a nurturing, challenging, supportive, and inclusive classroom community. Create a classroom environment that fosters mutual respect and age-appropriate levels of independence.

• Plan and teach mathematics to a grade level in collaboration with the individual homeroom teachers and grade level team.

• Engage and collaborate with parents and other members of the faculty and administration on a daily basis. Maintain high standards of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality in daily interactions with colleagues, students, family, administrators, and the broader community. 

• Set instructional outcomes that are grounded in grade-level expectations, reflect a balance of different types of learning, and are suitable for a diverse group of students. Interpret and use data and observations to inform planning and instruction across the grade level. 

• Monitor student learning, growth, and progress, and provide regular feedback to teachers, students and families regarding strengths, opportunities for growth, next steps, and learning goals. 

• Collaborate with homeroom teachers and Learning and Counseling team members to support students and inform instruction.

• Support the development and alignment of the Lower School Math program, working with the other grade level math specialist teachers and the math department as well as the Lower School Administration.

• Consult with homeroom teachers, members of the Learning and Counseling and Math departments, and administration.

• Attend math department, division, and school-wide meetings, as necessary.

• Attend grade level meetings and meetings to collaborate with homeroom teachers.

• Serve as a resource to families, including being involved in Back to School night, ParentConnect information sessions and other parent education opportunities, supporting parent-teacher conferences and transition meetings. 

Competencies:

• Demonstrated knowledge of course subject matter required. 

• Knowledge of instructional methodologies required. 

• Strong knowledge of child development required. 

• Ability to develop curricula, lesson plans, and assessment tools required.

• Problem-solving skills required. 

• Analytical skills required. 

• Computational skills required.

• Organizational skills required. 

• Attention to detail required. 

• Decision-making skills required. 

• Ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances and be flexible in work with students.

• Strong interpersonal, and the ability to interact with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students, and parents required. 

• Knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion issues, and dynamics in the classroom and in developing healthy, supportive relationships with all students.

• Creativity required. 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills required. 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team required. 

• Ability to manage stressful situations required. 

• Ability to maintain confidentiality required. 

• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines required.

Education, Experience, or Certifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required.

• Master's degree in a related field preferred.

• Mathematics degree or certification preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of three years of classroom teaching experience in the elementary setting required.

• Co-teaching experience preferred.

• Curriculum development and writing experience required. 

• Experience working with a wide range of students, teachers, and families with diverse backgrounds such as race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, learning abilities, class, language and nationality.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Ability to move in and around the classroom/building to interact with students, faculty, staff, parents, and other members of the community.

• Ability to move class-related equipment/tools, as appropriate, around school property

• When appropriate, the ability to escort children from one classroom to another, in and out of the building during arrival and dismissal, and in an emergency situation.

• Ability to demonstrate lessons, when appropriate.

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Professional References

• Brief statement of philosophy regarding:

  o    Ways in which your qualifications can help Lab achieve its goals of inclusivity, equity, and diversity. 

  o    Approach to teaching.

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via the Applicant Inquiry Form.

The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

About University of Chicago (UC)

One of the world's premier academic and research institutions, the University of Chicago has driven new ways of thinking since our 1890 founding. Today, UChicago is an intellectual destination that draws inspired scholars to our Hyde Park and international campuses, keeping UChicago at the nexus of ideas that challenge and change the world.

Connections working at University of Chicago (UC)

Job Tags

Flexible hours, Night shift,

Similar Jobs