Cadre Substitute - IJLA

Salary Range:$205.00 Per Day

Cadre Substitute - IJLA

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Instituto Justice and Leadership Academy (IJLA) is a small Options school that feels like home for the 150 Latinx youth we serve from Pilsen and the surrounding community. IJLA is a second chance high school designed to serve students between the ages of 16-21 who are seeking a more personalized and individualized program. We provide students with an interdisciplinary, project-based academic program while simultaneously providing strong social emotional supports. Our educational philosophy is rooted in social justice and focuses on rebuilding students’ perspective of learning in order to navigate life in a meaningful and purposeful way. We invigorate hope and restore students’ hearts and minds to reclaim their education, graduate, and transform into agents of change.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Cadre Substitute reports to the Principal and is responsible for leading classroom instruction and activities for 9^th-12^th graders in the absence of the regular classroom teacher. The Cadre Substitute implements teacher lesson plans, assigns student classwork and homework, and maintains classroom control and discipline. The Cadre Substitute must also complete a daily report or evaluation to communicate any pertinent information resulting from the day’s events and deliver to Principal at the end of the school day. The primary responsibility of the Cadre Substitute is to cover classes in the event of teacher absences. In the event no teacher coverage is needed, the Cadre Substitute will assist with other instructional and non-instructional duties as assigned by the building administration.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Taking attendance at the beginning of class.
• Following teachers lesson plans in a way that ensures consistency, optimal learning and encourages participation.
• Collecting homework assigned from the previous day.
• Collecting and organizing all work done in class.
• Working with the students on assignments and providing extra help when necessary.
• Take initiative to solve problems when they arise and makes decisions based on the best interests of students.
• Follow through on classroom issues and reporting any misconduct or behavioral issues within the classroom. Communicate with appropriate parties when issues arise and as appropriate.
• Demonstrating professionalism and high regard for student wellbeing.
• Required to attend in-service training programs outside regularly scheduled hours.
• Demonstrates flexibility and is able to adjust and/or adapt quickly.
• Following school’s regulations and student code of conduct procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• ISBE Short Term Substitute License or ISBE Substitute License, or Professional Educator License (PEL) 
• At least two years of experience teaching or substitute teaching in a high school environment (preferred)
• Ability to successfully manage a classroom
• Ability to maintain a high sense of confidentiality 
• Ability to work with a wide variety of people
• Exceptional organization and time management skills 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to speak English and Spanish fluently preferred 
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure
• Ability to honor schedules and work plans 
• Dependability and punctuality
• Strong project management skills, attention to detail, and effective management of multiple projects at one time 
• Ability to adhere to deadlines and react to unpredictable events 
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office and the Internet

The above is intended to describe the general conditions of and requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities and requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Nature of work requires an ability to operate standard business office equipment.  Requires ability to communicate and exchange information, collect, compile and prepare work documents, set-up and maintain work files.   Approximately 50% of time spent standing as well as some lifting (under 30 lbs.)

WORKING CONDITIONS

Majority of work performed in a general school environment.  Position requires availability for extended hours; non-traditional hours may be required to perform job duties.  Attendance at school sponsored events and meetings is also required.

BENEFITS

Medical

Dental

Vison

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

403b retirement saving plan 

Chicago Teachers Pension Fund

PAID TIME OFF

Sick

Personal

Spring Break

Summer Break

Winter Break

Open until Filled

Instituto Justice & Leadership Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer