What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Choice Teacher position at High Jump?
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- Location: Teachers and staff at High Jump will work in person at 1 of 3 campuses
- University of Chicago Lab Schools (5835 South Kimbark Ave, Chicago, IL 60637)
- Latin School of Chicago (59 W North Blvd, Chicago, IL 60610)
- Francis W. Parker (330 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL 60614)
- Summer session classes run Monday through Friday and are tentatively scheduled as follows:
- Dates: June 30 - August 1st (with the exception of July 3th and 4th)
- Time: 7:45am - 3:00pm.
- Professional Development: We require 2 days of in-person professional development for all teachers and staff, please tentatively hold the following dates: June 26-27th, 2025
- Additional training and staff meetings may be required and will be communicated during onboarding
- This is a seasonal, on-site teacher role located in Chicago, IL. As a Teacher, you will be responsible for implementing lesson plans, providing education to middle school students, and effectively communicating with students, parents, and staff.Teachers follow provided curriculum and lesson plans, and present those lessons to their students, individually or in groups. The High School Choice (HSC) program within High Jump helps students better understand and navigate the high school process in Chicago. Throughout this process it is our goal that students learn more about themselves, their identities, and what they want in high school and beyond
- The curriculum focuses on the high school selection process, including extensive admissions education, financial aid counseling, and exam prep seminars for students and their families
- They grade and track the progress of their students and keep an updated Google Classroom for students with assignments and feedback and inform parents about their progress
- Teachers will communicate with Teaching Assistants about how they can engage in the classroom and with students.
- Teachers are responsible for maintaining a safe and respectful classroom environment in order to optimize student capabilities and develop their love of learning
- Must be 18 years of age
- Associates degree minimum; bachelors degree preferred
- Teaching certification not required but preferred for content areas
- Experience working with students or in organizations that serve youth
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