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Distinctive Schools of IL lists this Middle School Science Teacher (2025-2026 SY) opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Career Opportunities with Distinctive Schools of IL
A great place to work.
Middle School Science Teacher SY)
Title: Middle School Science Teacher
Location: CICS Bucktown - 2235 N Hamilton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Reports To: Principal
Salary Range: Starting at $58,682, commensurate with experience
Employee Type: Regular Full Time
Start Date: August 2025
Distinctive 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.
Position Overview
Distinctive 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.
Responsibilities
Culture
Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making
Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things
Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making
Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff
Cultivate a strengths-based, equity-focused mindset
Foster positive climate and culture
Serve as a positive role model
Preparation, Instruction and Assessment 90%
Implement the DS Model
Provide consistent opportunities for all students to work on grade-appropriate assignments using the core curriculum
Deliver strong instruction that requires that students hold the cognitive lift and are deeply engaged in the learning
Use core instructional tools to design, prepare and deliver dynamic lessons aligned to grade-level standards
Commit to student-centered, personalized learning that integrates their needs, strengths, and interests into the learning
Maintain inventory of all instructional materials
Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development
Analyze and use assessments that monitor progress to inform and design appropriate responses
Assess students daily, weekly, and at the ends of units and analyze assessment data
Engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities to improve instructional effectiveness
Participate in all required professional development and meetings
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal
Classroom Culture 10%
Maintain an organized and welcoming environment that provides students with a sense of belonging, joy, hope, and safety
Manage strong classroom procedures, routines, and rituals that maximize learning
Build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues
Communicate effectively and frequently with students and families
Use restorative justice approach with discipline and behavior management
Collaborate with colleagues to support student growth and achievement
Requirements & Qualifications (minimum)
Education
Bachelor’s Degree
Qualifications
Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment (IL or MI) or proof of enrollment in a Teacher Certification program within 30 days of employment
Content Area Endorsement
Technology demands:Ability to review and analyze student and campus data from multiple sources
Proficient with cloud-based software solutions (Google Suite)
Ability to learn digital tools and programs as needed for the position
Travel as required for training, professional development, and collaboration
Occasional 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.
25+ Paid holidays & 10 days PTO annually (in addition to summer break for educators/campus positions)
12 weeks family paid leave
Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)
403b match
Professional development including tuition reimbursement
Gym and wellness discounts
And more
Description Disclaimer
Since 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.
EEO
Distinctive 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. In keeping with our commitment, Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.
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Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
Who can apply
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