Chicago Collegiate Teacher Job Description The mission of Chicago Collegiate Charter School is to equip ALL students with the academic skills, intellectual habits and character traits to succeed in college, strengthen their communities and change the world. Teachers are vital to the fulfillment of this mission and are at the heart of our school and our team. Teachers will be matched to a departmental position in 4th –8th grade based on experience and interest. Teachers exemplify the core values of excellence, grit, zest, courage and pride by: • Developing daily, unit and long-term lesson plans and assessments and assisting in the development of curriculum standards and mapping • Teaching students in a high quality, engaging way • Creating and fostering a culture of achievement and community • Building strong relationships with students, families and colleagues • Holding high expectations for each student to ensure that both classroom and school wide culture is strong • Continuously assessing student progress, analyzing data and differentiating instruction • Being prepared to do whatever it takes for students to excel on their journey to and through college, including communicating with students & families regularly via school-provided cell phone • Operating with a growth mindset and committing to ongoing professional and personal growth in a collaborative environment • Working well on a trailblazing team in its fourth year, which will continue to expand until the school serves 4th – 12th graders in the Roseland community Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree (required) • Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of traditionally underserved students, particularly in urban schools (preferred) • An unwavering belief that all students can achieve at the highest academic levels, regardless of demographics • A strong work ethic and a passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture • Ability to be solutions oriented and approach each day with a sense of possibility • A desire to become a better teacher by joining the Chicago Collegiate family What we offer: • A fun team full of hard-working people who are passionate about our mission • Abundant opportunities to grow professionally • Autonomy and the ability to make decisions based on what you think is best for kids • Making a significant impact in our community, city and country • Competitive salary with strong tangible and intangible benefits

Apply online at www.chicagocollegiate.org/careers. Commitment to Diversity: Chicago Collegiate is actively seeking to build a diverse and experienced team of educators. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin and are an equal opportunity employer.