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Lower School Math Teacher

Start Date - August 14, 2023

Position Description:

This full-time position for the 2023.2024 school-year includes approximately 20 classes per week, as well as homeroom responsibilities and some lunch, recess, and dismissal supervision. Serving as a lower school homeroom teacher is also a possibility.

Math classes typically range from third, fourth, and fifth grade courses, and differentiation in the classroom is expected. Ability to teach a variety of learning styles is essential. Class sizes are small, averaging 10-12 students.

All teachers are expected to participate in ongoing curriculum and DEI work, which are key focus areas for the school.

Desired Characteristics:

• A passion and vision for providing a challenging, engaging program for gifted children
• An innovative and best practice approach to teaching mathematics, including effective differentiated instruction
• Mastery of creative and diverse methods of teaching and assessing students
• Demonstrated talent in creating a positive nurturing environment for students
• The ability to work closely and collaboratively with faculty across disciplines
• Belief in the critical importance of diversity in the life of a school
• Commitment to social and emotional learning
• Delights in the possibility and potential of children, respecting the social, physical and intellectual development of each child

About the School:

Science & Arts Academy (SAA) is an independent, non-denominational, co-educational, not-for-profit day school in Des Plaines, Illinois serving 280 students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. SAA educates gifted children in an academically differentiated and enriched environment while recognizing the unique development of each child. Our supportive community encourages students to embrace their potential and cultivates their academic abilities, creative talents, and emotional growth.

The school is committed to a culturally diverse faculty and student body. SAA values the representation and full engagement of individuals within our community whose differences include – but are not limited to – age, ethnicity, family makeup, gender identity and expression, physical ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status.

SAA seeks to hire highly qualified teachers who will contribute to a school environment that challenges academically and creatively talented students, honors excellence in teaching and learning, and respects differences in individuals. SAA takes the child where he or she is and provides academic challenges appropriate to the student’s ability, aptitude, and intelligence while recognizing and supporting the unique social/emotional needs of gifted children.

SAA embraces and celebrates the diversity of our school, and works to create and sustain a diverse, inclusive, equitable, and just community that is safe and welcoming for all; we recognize to do so requires commitment, reflection, deliberate planning and action, and ongoing accountability.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Preferred: Master’s degree; gifted education coursework
• Teaching Certification (or proof of in-process)
• At least three years of teaching experience

​​Science & Arts Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any of its personnel policies or procedures against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability or religious belief.

How to Apply:

Application materials sent in a single Word, Google Doc, or PDF to Tim Costello, Head of School including:

• Cover letter indicating specific interest in the position
• Resume
• List of three references (name, contact information, relationship to candidate)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Grade levels:

• 3rd grade
• 4th grade
• 5th grade

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

School subjects:

• Math

School type:

• Private school

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees required to be fully vaccinated.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Des Plaines, IL 60016: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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