K-5 Elementary Teacher, Chicago

K–5 Elementary Teacher (2026–2027 School Year) Providence Englewood Charter School Position begins August 2026 The K–5 Elementary Teacher is responsible for building foundational literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional skills in young learners. This role emphasizes creating a nurturing, structured, and engaging classroom environment that supports whole-child development and academic growth. Administrative Responsibilities Fulfill all assigned supervision and service duties Take attendance within 5 minutes of the start of the school day/class period Communicate school announcements and expectations clearly to students Escort and supervise students during transitions, assemblies, lunch, and recess Maintain accurate records (attendance, grades, seating charts) Enter assignments and grades into PowerSchool weekly Instructional Responsibilities Plan and deliver daily standards-aligned lessons in literacy, math, science, and social studies Create engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences Use differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs Build foundational reading, writing, and math skills Integrate hands-on learning, small groups, and guided instructionMaintain an organized, print-rich, and student-centered classroom Use classroom routines and procedures to maximize instructional time Develop and administer assessments to monitor student growth Student Assessment&Family Communication Monitor and assess student progress regularly Provide timely progress reports and report cards Maintain consistent communication with families Conduct parent-teacher conferences Proactively contact families of students needing academic or behavioral support Enrichment&Student Support Provide tutoring or additional support before/after school as needed Incorporate technology and interactive tools to support learning Plan field trips and enrichment opportunities Support students’ social-emotional growth and positive behavior development Professional Responsibilities Maintain professional appearance and conduct Follow all school policies and procedures Attend all required meetings and professional development sessions Participate in school events (Open House, conferences,family engagement events) Collaborate with grade-level teams and support staff Support school-wide initiatives and culture Requirements Qualifications&Requirements Bachelor’s Degree (required) Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Elementary endorsement Experience teaching in early childhood or elementary settings preferred Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills