Position Description:

This position requires experience with lab-based physics and chemistry and the requisite science and math content knowledge. The content is advanced and while comparable to high school, these are foundational classes not intended to replace the physics and chemistry courses students will take in high school.

The school is looking to fill this position as soon as possible.

This full-time position includes 24 classes per week, as well as some lunch, recess, and dismissal supervision.

Differentiation in the classroom is expected. Ability to teach a variety of learning styles is essential. Class sizes are small, averaging 10-12 students.

Hands-on labs and engaging content delivery are hallmarks of the school’s middle school science experience.

Additional compensation for Science Olympiad coaching, which takes place after school one day/week.

All teachers are expected to participate in ongoing curriculum and DEI work, which are key focus areas this school- year.

Desired Characteristics:

• A passion and vision for providing a challenging, engaging program for gifted children
• An innovative and best practice approach to teaching, 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

About the School

Science & Arts Academy (SAA) is an independent, non-denominational, co-educational, not-for-profit day school in Des Plaines, Illinois serving 277 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
• Illinois 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 Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
all employees are 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: One location

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