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Curriculum Support Teacher, Math Academic Specialist, Lower School
The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools
Job Summary: The Lower School Curriculum Support Teacher: Math Academic Specialist serves as part of the Learning and Counseling Department and provides support services to children and teachers in the area of mathematics. In their role, they are available to all teachers, students, administrators, and staff who may seek their counsel on how best to support mathematical teaching and learning for students. Ideal candidates possess an extensive knowledge of mathematical concepts, familiarity with a wide variety of curricular programs, and experience supporting students with exceptional learning needs. We are seeking someone who enjoys thinking deeply about math, is passionate and committed to meeting the needs of exceptional students, is knowledgeable of and experienced with a wide variety of math curricula and neuro-diversity, is comfortable and able to navigate and support multiple teaching teams simultaneously, and is curious, open-minded, and collaborative in their approach to teaching and learning. This candidate possesses experience in creating and implementing accommodations to support students with learning differences. In addition, ideal candidates demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including cultural competency skills. The Math Academic Specialist will collaborate and partner with teachers to support planning, implementing, and assessing math teaching and learning. They will co-teach, co-plan, observe and provide feedback, reinforce or enrich teaching in small groups, and provide other support as needed. The Math Academic Specialist will also support the development and implementation of a cohesive, consistent, and differentiated math curriculum program in partnership with faculty, staff, and administration across the schools, in particular, supporting the transition from second to third grade and fifth to sixth grade. All faculty members are responsible for developing curriculum, supervising students both in and out of the classroom, and maintaining up-to-date teaching techniques to provide students with a quality educational experience. Faculty members are also expected to build deep relationships with students, families, other faculty and staff to communicate about student progress and to foster a culture of the community. We are looking for team members who will emanate optimism, solve problems collaboratively, reflect on how your actions impact others, create an engaging and inclusive school culture, and share in the united pursuit of Lab’s mission. All faculty members are expected to perform in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement and are expected to work the required days as stipulated in that agreement.
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NOTE: When applying, all required documents MUST be uploaded under the Resume/CV section of the application. Benefit Eligibility?Yes Pay Frequency?Monthly Pay RangeDepends on Qualifications Scheduled Weekly Hours?40 Union?000- American Federation of Teachers, Local 2063 Job is Exempt??Yes Drug Test Required???No Does this position require the incumbent to operate a vehicle on the job??No Health Screen Required???No Posting Statement:??The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. 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: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637. |
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