7th/ 8th Social Studies Teacher (Dual Language, Spanish) in Chicago, IL, Illinois at Namaste Charter School Inc

The Middle School Social Studies Teacher is a dynamic and inquiry-driven instructor who is dedicated to fostering student curiosity, growth, and achievement. They value collaboration with colleagues and embody a growth mindset. The Middle School Social Studies Teacher works in collaboration as part of a 7th & 8th grade team consisting of Math, English Language Arts and Science teachers.

Key Competencies: Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Flexibility to adapt instruction in the moment to meet student needs in an inquiry-driven space.
• Ability to create and adapt unit plans using provided curricular resources such as Reading Considered, Choices, and other self found programs
• Implementation of accommodations and modifications.
• Co-plan, co-instruct, and co-assess with diverse learner teacher(s) and other staff to deliver accessible, standards-based instruction to individual students, small groups, and the whole class
• Interest in working collaboratively and reflecting on practices to improve instruction for all students.
• Exhibit a high level of professionalism
• Ability to create and adapt unit plans using provided curricular resources such as Savvas and Reading Considered.
• Strong organizational skills and a commitment to using data and assessment to drive instruction.
• Familiarity with best practices in Dual Language education and make cross-linguistic connections.
• Willingness to consistently manage student behavior employing school-wide system.
• Experience preparing students to take the Constitution Test
• Ability to use a variety of engagement techniques to promote student learning.
• Dedication to actively engaging parents in educational advocacy for their children.

Qualifications:

Illinois PEL with Middle School ELA Endorsements

Spanish fluency required

2+ years of relevant experience in content area instruction preferred

Salary & Benefits:

Salary and benefits determined in accordance with collective. bargaining agreement, based on relevant experience.