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3rd/4th Grade Head Teacher

4 months ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States The Ancona School Full time
To Apply
Email your resume and cover letter to 3-
Summary/Objective The Head Teacher is responsible for teaching reading, writing, math, science, and social studies to children in a multi-age 3rd and 4th grade classroom. They collaborate extensively with the grade-level cohort, which includes the other 3rd/4th Grade Head Teacher, assistant teachers, Student Support Teacher, School Counselor, and multilevel (co-curricular) teachers for the grade level. The Head Teacher is also responsible for evaluating student progress in these subjects and communicating regularly with parents/guardians, including: weekly updates to the classroom web page, parent-teacher conferences, and emails and phone calls as required to inform families of the child's academic and social-emotional development. Essential Job Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
  • Prepare curriculum in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies
  • Coordinate and oversee the work of the assistant teacher
  • Partner with all adults responsible for students' education and well-being; collaborate with colleagues to plan and execute weekly Flex Days.
  • Prepare for, and present at, school events such as open houses, curriculum nights, and informational dinners
  • Accompany students on an overnight camping trip once per year
  • Plan and lead field trips to local institutions and parks/natural areas
  • Communicate regularly with parents, including weekly classroom emails, updates to the classroom web page, and personal emails and phone calls to inform the child's family of academic and social-emotional development
  • Write narrative-based progress reports, and lead and participate in parent-teacher conferences
  • Supervise lunch and recess daily
  • Participate in professional activities designated by the Head of School, which may include workshops, curriculum retreats, meetings, grade reporting, planning, and other professional pursuits
  • Attend all pre-announced staff meetings and professional sessions, including staff, level, committee, and evening parent meetings
  • Follow the school's policies and procedures for student evaluation and record-keeping, meeting all due dates as required
  • Assess the needs of the class and prepare requests for materials, furnishings, and classroom budget; update inventory list and submit to Head of School on last day of school
  • Other job duties as assigned
Pre-class preparation, including consultation with Student Support Team and Grade Level Team
  • Track attendance and report to the school office students who are in/out
  • Receive and welcome students
  • Consult with other teachers for curriculum ideas, sharing materials, and scheduling common activities
Teaching Expectations During Class
  • Uphold and reinforce positive behavior by modeling and/or drawing attention to ground rules and community guidelines
  • Remain in contact with the whole group and sense changing mood or activity
  • Conference with individual children about their work
  • Treat children with unconditional positive regard and provide individualized care for needs
Expectations After Dismissal
  • Refresh the environment
  • Complete daily notes
  • Reflect on individual children and group interaction
  • Assemble materials for the following instructional day
  • Communicate with Student Support and grade-level teams about any learning or social-emotional issues that surfaced during the day
Weekly Expectations
  • Note needed janitorial services and work orders and communicate with the Facilities team, as needed
  • Restructure classroom routine, as needed
  • Place orders, as needed
  • Meet with co-workers, Department Head, and Head of School to share ideas, plan, and problem-solve
  • Perform the following selected duties as needed:
    • Update long-range class and children's records
    • Organize special projects
    • Read professional journals or articles
    • Confer with the Head of School as requested
Occasional and Ongoing Expectations
  • Prepare notes for conferences
  • Participate in staff meetings
  • Participate in parent education
  • Participate in Board meetings, as requested
  • Participate in professional meetings outside of school
  • Prepare for the school's community activities such as open houses, observations, and all general meetings or special events
Reporting Relationships Reports to the Head of School and Department Head
Work Area Assigned Classroom, Outdoor Learning Space, Hallway; must secure substitute or leave only at assigned breaks

Physical Demands
  • Reaching
  • Standing
  • Walking
  • Lifting
  • Feeling
  • Talking
  • Hearing
  • Repetitive motion
  • Sedentary work, light work, medium work
  • Close visual acuity
Work Environment
  • Inside and outside environmental conditions
  • Noise
Competencies
  • Respect for children
  • Passion for education
  • Openness to growth and change
Expected Hours of Work
Monday-Friday, 7:50 am-3:30 pm Wednesdays, 3:35-4:45 pm (Reserved for Staff Meetings)
Travel
  • Chaperone one 3-day / 2-night camping trip at an in-state outdoor education facility
Dress
  • Be prepared to sit on the floor and avoid jewelry that can be a distraction to children
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
EEO Statement It is the policy of Ancona School not to discriminate against any employee or any applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, handicap, sex, physical condition, developmental disability, sexual orientation, or national origin. This policy shall include, but not be limited to, the following: recruitment and employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, selection for training including apprenticeship, layoff, and termination. Required Qualifications: Education and Experience
  • Masters Degree in Education or one of the subject areas taught
    • Minimum of three years of teaching experience rooted in progressive education
  • Elementary teaching experience
  • Experience integrating social justice themes
  • Familiarity with Mac OS and Google Suite
Requirements
  • CPR/First Aid certification (preferred)
  • Pass a background check
  • Have the physical capacity to work with children
  • Keep up with professional development – 15 hours per school year