7th/8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher

Namaste Charter School Inc•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The 7th/8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher is a dynamic and inquiry-driven instructor who is dedicated to fostering student curiosity, growth, and achievement. They value collaboration with colleagues and embody a growth mindset. The 7th/8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher works in collaboration as part of the Middle School (5th-8th) Team, which includes Math, Social Studies and Science teachers.

Requirements

Flexibility to adapt instruction in the moment to meet student needs in an inquiry-driven space.
Ability to create and adapt unit plans using provided curricular resources, such as Amplify ELA.
Implementation of accommodations and modifications.
Co-plan, co-instruct, and co-assess with diverse learner teacher(s) and other staff to deliver accessible, standards-based instruction to individual students, small groups, and the whole class
Interest in working collaboratively and reflecting on practices to improve instruction for all students.
Exhibit a high level of professionalism
Ability to unpack ELA Common Core Standards.
Strong organizational skills and a commitment to using data and assessment to drive instruction.
Willingness to consistently manage student behavior employing school-wide system.
Ability to plan and lead small group targeted instruction.
Experience leading Reading/Writing workshops.
Ability to use a variety of engagement techniques to promote student learning.
Dedication to actively engaging parents in educational advocacy for their children.
Illinois PEL with Middle School ELA AND ESL Endorsements.
2+ years of relevant experience in content area instruction preferred.