8th Grade ScienceSocial Studies Teacher at Distinctive Schools of IL

Title: 8th Grade Science/Social Studies TeacherLocation: : 1309 W 95th St Chicago IL 60643Reports To: PrincipalSalary Range: Starting at $61029 commensurate with experienceEmployee Type: Regular Full TimeStart Date: December 2025Distinctive 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. ResponsibilitiesCulture Maintain 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 to work on grade-appropriateassignments 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 drivers 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)EducationBachelors DegreeQualificationsValid Professional Educator License or equivalent in state of employment or Proof of enrollment into a Teacher Certification program within 30 days of employmentContent Area Endorsement (Academic expertise in related fields of study)Technology 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 & 10 days PTO annually (in addition to summer break for educators/campus positions)12 weeks family paid leaveComprehensive Healthcare (Medical Dental Vision)403b matchFully 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 jobholders 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 keeping with our commitment Distinctive Schools will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process to perform the essential functions of the position and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment please contact or call 773.828.4191 Key Skills Experience Working With Students,Classroom Management,Communication skills,Algebra,Behavior Management,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Special Education,Teaching,Curriculum Development,Cordova,Word Processing Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1