HS Math Teacher

Civitas Schools is an educational management organization, which operates three campuses of Chicago International Charter School (CICS).  We serve approximately 2,100 students in grades Kindergarten through Grade 12, on three sites: CICS Ralph Ellison High School, CICS Northtown Academy High School, and CICS Wrightwood Elementary School.  Civitas Schools provides urban students with an outstanding college preparatory experience rooted in high expectations for student achievement and civic responsibility.

Civitas Schools creates and sustains learning communities that value rigorous instruction, relevant curricular design and responsible leadership. Our mission is to create life long learners who possess 21^st century intellectual skills, strong belief in self, cultural competence to be successful in any environment, and a commitment to making a positive impact within their community.  

To support the advancement of this vision, CIVITAS SCHOOLS and its employees are committed to:

• Making student-centered decisions that drive high quality teaching and learning.
• Holding high expectations for all members of our learning communities while providing appropriate levels of support.
• Valuing and developing all of our employees by providing instructional coaching, transparent evaluation, and high quality professional development.
• Incorporating the voice of teachers and families into the decision-making and problem solving process.

Teachers are expected to demonstrate a commitment to professionalism, equity, cultural competence, high expectations, and developmental appropriateness.

Position Title:   Math Teacher

Location: CICS Northtown Academy- 3900 W. Peterson

Grade Level & Subject:   grades 9-12; (possible subjects- algebra 1, algebra 2)

Reports to:  Department Team Leader/ School Director

Position Summary: 

Informed by the school's mission, teachers will ensure that all students learn the content and skills required for academic success as defined by curricular and instructional objectives and overarching school goals.  Instructors will teach appropriate content and skills by utilizing curriculum material adopted by the school, as well as providing appropriate supplemental and teacher-made materials; develop appropriate lesson plans that accommodate the range of learning styles and specialized needs of students in the classroom; create a learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement, and self-motivation; and, actively participate with colleagues in school improvement activities, curriculum development, instructional planning, assessment development and student support meetings. 

Credentials:

A Bachelor's degree and appropriate Illinois State Board of Education certifications for specified teaching assignment and Highly Qualified Status are required.  A Master's degree is preferred.  Strength of academic background, professional experience, interview performance, and references will be considered during the selection process.

All Civitas teachers must:

• Support the mission and vision of our organization and schools
• Be passionate about teaching students in urban areas
• Set high goals for our students and themselves
• Work tirelessly to attain these high goals
• Have strong knowledge and skills in their content area and in the art of teaching
• Be strong analytical and critical thinkers, willing to engage in debate and discourse
• Be ready to be part of a collaborative team
• Be open to receiving coaching and support
• Demonstrate initiative, persistence and resiliency
• Be results oriented
• Be reflective listeners

Important Note:  Promising candidates who are moved forward in the selection process, may be asked to do a demonstration lesson at our school (preferred), or provide a video taped lesson of themselves in front of students (least preferred option).  Please be sure to be prepared, if asked to do so by the selection committee.