K-12

Our Mission Intercultural is a Dual Language Montessori School for students aged 2 years old to 8th Grade. Our unique program combines dual language education with the Montessori approach. We develop global citizens ready to succeed in the multicultural, multilingual world of the future. The school has two campuses, one in the West Loop Neighborhood of Chicago and the other in the heart of Oak Park. Our school is a diverse international community and a wonderful place to work! Job Description Our Elementary Lead Montessori teacher should demonstrate knowledge and internalization of the core beliefs of Montessori philosophy, such as respect for the individual learner; preparation of self and the environment; fostering independence, order, and concentration in the student; respect for and recognition of sensitive periods, planes of development and intrinsic motivation of the student. The Teacher should demonstrate fundamental communication skills to support the social and emotional development of students and to communicate with parents about student’s social/emotional and academic progress. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Uses Montessori curriculum current research and Montessori Albums to develop and implement units of instruction. Observes the overall classroom environment during individual lessons and records observations. Supports students in assessing their work as developmentally appropriate. [...]

PRIMARY FUNCTION The Japanese Teacher will plan and deliver meaningful learning experiences, create opportunities for maximum educational and social development, and work with all members of the school community to create a nurturing and structured environment for each student enrolled at New Heights Academy Charter School. REPORTS TO Principal COLLABORATES WITH School Teachers, Teaching Assistants, Instructional Coaches, Department Chairs, and Student Support Services Team TERM OF EMPLOYMENT 10 months RESPONSIBILITIES 1.  Content Knowledge and Planning Exhibit an understanding of and skills relevant to the math area(s) taught Demonstrate an ability to make topics and activities meaningful and relevant to each student Integrate available technology resources compatible with students’ needs and abilities Develop lesson plans that are clear, logical, and sequential using Understanding by Design principles Plan with appropriate specialist(s) to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students 2.  Instructional Strategies Link present content/skills with past and future learning experiences Effectively use various instructional strategies (e.g., modeling, cooperative learning, collaboration, and reading and writing in the content areas) to differentiate learning for all students Effectively use questioning strategies to engage students and promote learning Monitor students’ understanding of the lesson and adjusts teaching when appropriate Maximize student learning by [...]