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    Laboratory Schools: Homeroom Teacher - Chicago, United States - University of Chicago (UC)

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    Posted: 17-Apr-24

    Location: Chicago, Illinois

    Type: Full-time

    Salary: Open

    Internal Number: JR

    Location: Chicago, IL

    Job Description:

    Job Summary:

    The Laboratory School seeks an experienced and reflective Nursery/Kindergarten teacher to join a vibrant professional community of early childhood educators. Candidates should bring a fascination with and strong developmental understanding of the early childhood years, progressive education and the Reggio Emilia approach. The ideal candidate has experience with and commitment to developing emergent curriculum in collaboration with children and colleagues, and a desire to learn and evolve.

    The candidate should have experience building effective communication and trusting relationships with families, and the ability to work in a collaborative environment that values multiple perspectives. The individual should also demonstrate an understanding of the critical role of the environment and materials in the formation and expression of childrenâs thinking and understanding of their world. Commitment to cultivating an inclusive environment that respects and honors the stories, experiences, and identities of all community members is essential.

    Nursery/Kindergarten homeroom teachers receive direction and support from the division Principal and administrative team. Full-time teachers are expected to work a 40-hour week and the required number of days as stipulated in the Faculty Association contract. All teachers are expected to perform in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

    Responsibilities:

  • Establish a caring classroom community and a nurturing and stimulating environment where children develop a deep sense of purpose and ownership.
  • Support childrenâs social and emotional learning through respectful and developmentally appropriate practices that foster an attitude of problem-solving and empathy.
  • Through photography, video and written notes, document childrenâs learning, play and interactions in the classroom to guide planning for future learning experiences.
  • Facilitate short and long-term curriculum experiences that build on childrenâs strengths, questions, and curiosity and which support their intellectual, emotional and social development.
  • Collaborate with teaching partners and other colleagues to develop learning experiences and support childrenâs growth and well-being.
  • Participate in regular reflective meetings with the division Principal and the administrative team, engage in professional development and learning in and out of school, faculty meetings and learning and counseling team meetings.
  • Engage in a pedagogical reflective process that includes reviewing observation notes, footage, actively participating in weekly reflective meetings, and producing documentation and displays of childrenâs thinking and work.
  • Mentor the professional growth of assistant teachers through ongoing communication, collaboration, and reflective feedback.
  • Reflect on the growth and needs of individual children through conversations with Counselors.
  • Maintain a classroom environment that is functional, aesthetically pleasing, and well-organized.
  • Commit to practices that build toward a more socially-just school community and world, including culturally responsive and restorative practices and actively participate in school-wide DEI efforts.

    • Competencies:

  • Ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances and flexibility in work with students.
  • Ability to interact with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students, and parents required.
  • Knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion issues, and dynamics in the classroom and in developing healthy, supportive relationships with all students.
  • Strong knowledge of instructional methodologies preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of child development preferred.
  • Strong classroom management skills required.
  • Ability to develop curricula, lesson plans, and assessment tools preferred.
  • Analytical skills required.
  • Problem-solving skills required.
  • Decision-making skills required.
  • Attention to detail required.
  • Organizational skills required.
  • Computational skills required.
  • Creativity required.
  • Verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team required.
  • Ability to manage stressful situations required.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality required.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet the deadlines required.

    • Education, Experience, or Certifications:

    Education:

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Master's degree preferred.

    • Experience:

  • Demonstrated experience working with children with more complex emotional / behavioral needs required.

    • Technical Knowledge or Skills:

  • Ability to use standard productivity software (Google Suite, calendar/schedule software, etc.) required.

    • Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to move in and around the classroom/building to interact with students, faculty, staff, parents, and other members of the community.
  • Ability to move class-related equipment/tools, as appropriate, around school property.
  • When appropriate, the ability to escort children from one classroom to another, in and out of the building during arrival and dismissal, and in an emergency situation.
  • Ability to demonstrate lessons, when appropriate.

    • Required Documents:

  • Cover Letter
  • Professional References Contact Information

    • The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL .

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