POSITION SUMMARY (Foreign Language Teacher)

NLCP is currently seeking a qualified foreign language teacher. We are open to applicants with expertise in French, German, Mandarin, or other foreign languages. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

The foreign language teacher is responsible for leading core course instructional minutes and ensuring alignment with curricula best practices. As part of NLCP's college readiness academic model teachers will have the opportunity to teach across the spectrum of their expertise and be supported in creating differentiated learning experiences in their classrooms. In addition to core instructional minutes teachers will engage in special topic seminar instruction, allowing creativity in instruction and adding to the breadth of content exposure that scholars receive. Teachers will participate in continuous professional learning as well as hold stakeholdership in departmental planning, which involves steering the direction of subject curriculum management.

BENEFITS AND PERKS (Foreign Language Teacher)

Medical
Dental
Vision
50K Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability (Employer paid)
Long-Term Disability (Employer paid)
Accident Insurance (Employer paid)
Voluntary LifeLock Identity Theft Protection
Additional Voluntary Benefits (Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness)
Professional Development
Paid Time-off

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES (Foreign Language Teacher)

Core Curriculum Instruction (70%)

Lead the implementation of core curriculum instruction in relevant subject area
Provide opportunities for learning differentiation including but not limited to experiential learning, project learning, and group learning
Collect and reflect on classroom and school level data to improve outcomes

Seminar Instruction (15%)

Create and execute special topic seminar learning focused on teacher area of interest with the aim of expanding curricular content and offerings

Departmental Leadership (15%)

Contribute to departmental structure and curriculum development
Contribute to grade level team meetings, including data reflection and action planning

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in education, youth development, or relevant field required, masters preferred
Valid Illinois Professional Educator's License (or out-of-state equivalent preferred)

Experience Requirement

Passion to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of the classroom
Proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom
Mastery of and enthusiasm for academic subject

Desired Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Maintains a strengths-based approach, practicing boundless compassion for scholars and staff
Relentless in pursuit of student growth
Dedication to betterment of one's own skill and craft
Grounded in community and the importance of healthy, safe, and transformative relationships
Passion about Urban Education and equitable educational outcomes
Knowledge of Chicago Public Schools enrollment and transfer policies
Demonstrated involvement with restorative practices including experience facilitating talking and peace circles
Ability to work independently, multi-task, and problem solve
Ability to maintain a warm customer focused demeanor
Experience working with youth and/or in a school setting
Strong facilitation and conflict resolution skills
Knowledge of restorative justice principles and practices
Strong communication and interpersonal skillsGood level of proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, and Drive) and general computer applications

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM

As a condition of employment with North Lawndale College Prep, candidates must be authorized to work in the US.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

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