JOBS 10/23/2009

Cluster/Area 03/19

School Name/Address
Clark Academic Preparatory Magnet High School – Unit #6620
5101 W. Harrison
Chicago, IL 60644 (or GSR #36)
Telephone (773) 534-6250
Fax (773) 534-9825

Grade or Subject Physics
Certificate Requirements Type 09 w/Physics Endorsement
Submit To Principal Dr. Henry R. West, Jr. at HRWest1@cps.k12.il.us

Other information Emailed resumes preferred at: HRWest1@cps.k12.il.us

Michele Clark is an International Baccalaureate school. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of HST, AVID, the College Readiness
Standards, EPAS, and should be committed to raising the standard and rigor of instruction.
This is a temporary position in that our current teacher is on maternity leave and expected to return on November 30, 2009.



Cluster/Area 04/12
School Name/Address
Libby Elementary & Middle School – Unit #4470
5300 S. Loomis Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60609 (or GSR #43)
Telephone (773) 535-9050
Fax

Grade or Subject Middle Grades 7/8 – Mathematics
Certificate Requirements Type 3 or Type 9 w/Middle School Endorsement in Mathematics
Submit To Principal Mr. Kurt D. Jones

Other information
This position is a position available IMMEDIATELY for the 2009-2010 school year. All interested individuals are encouraged to visit the school’s website,
http://libby.cps.k12.il.us and get an idea of the vision and mission of our school when considering Libby. Libby is looking for applicants that believe in
educating the whole child and are willing to help students grow social-emotionally & academically. At Libby, we offer a variety of art programs, a true
middle school concept, block scheduling, advisory programs and strong academic programs for our children. Our school is best suited for individuals
that come to teaching due to a passion and commitment to students, families, schools and community and are willing to work diligently to make a better
tomorrow, out of everyday, for every child.

Applicants are encouraged to have the following:
• Knowledge of Math Thematics
• Ability to collaborate with special education teachers to support LRE & to integrate children according to IEP goals and standards
• Have knowledge of Project Based Instruction
• Use Project Based Learning To Drive Instruction
• Ability to motivate students to succeed
• Effective classroom management
• Ability to deal effectively with parents and community
• Willingness to be involved in and support school wide functions and events for children and families
• Willingness to collaborate with staff, grade-level teams, vertical teams and committees
• Success in acquiring grants to support and enhance classroom instruction
• Ability to use data to drive instruction – teach, assess, retech concept of moving children academically
• Willingness to participate in middle school grant program

All applicants are asked to email a cover letter, resume and references to KDJones1@cps.k12.il.us.

No FAX or Phone Calls will be accepted in regards to posted positions.




Cluster/Area 04/12
School Name/Address
Libby Elementary & Middle School – Unit #4470
5300 S. Loomis Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60609 (or GSR #43)
Telephone (773) 535-9050
Fax

Grade or Subject Middle Grades – 5-8 – Cross-Categorical Self-Contained Special Education
Certificate Requirements Type10 w/LSB1 Endorsement
Submit To Principal Mr. Kurt D. Jones

Other information
This position is a position available October 29, 2009 for the 2009-2010 school year. All interested individuals are encouraged to visit the school’s website,
http://libby.cps.k12.il.us and get an idea of the vision and mission of our school when considering Libby. Libby is looking for applicants that believe in educating the whole child and are willing to help students grow social-emotionally & academically. At Libby, we offer a variety of art programs, a true middle school concept, block scheduling, advisory programs and strong academic programs for our children. Our school is best suited for individuals that come to teaching due to a passion and commitment to students, families, schools and community and are willing to work diligently to make a better tomorrow, out of everyday, for every child.

Applicants are encouraged to have the following:
• Knowledge of Balanced Literacy
• Ability to collaborate with special education teachers to support LRE & to integrate children according to IEP goals and standards
• Have knowledge of Novel Based Instruction
• Use Literacy Circles To Drive Reading Instruction
• Knowledge of Math Thematics & Math Trailblazers
• Ability to motivate students to succeed
• Effective classroom management
• Ability to deal effectively with parents and community
• Willingness to be involved in and support school wide functions and events for children and families
• Willingness to collaborate with staff, grade-level teams, vertical teams and committees
• Success in acquiring grants to support and enhance classroom instruction
• Ability to use data to drive instruction – teach, assess, retech concept of moving children academically

All applicants are asked to email a cover letter, resume and references to KDJones1@cps.k12.il.us.
No FAX or Phone Calls will be accepted in regards to posted positions.




Cluster/Area 05/15
School Name/Address
Dulles School of Excellence – Unit #26141
6311 S. Calumet Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637 (or GSR #42)
Telephone (773) 535-0690
Fax (773) 535-0689

Grade or Subject PK-8 Library Media
Certificate Requirements Type 03 w/Library Media Endorsement
Submit To Principal Jasmine Mitchell, Assistant Principal

Other information Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced full-time Library Media Teacher who is highly qualified to teach elementary school children. AUSL will staff this position
with a professional educator who has a proven track record of serving as a resource to teachers and students in planning units, classroom libraries,
literacy instruction and the use of technology based research. We anticipate candidates with a superior ability to promote the school wide reading
program by coordinating the use of technology in instructional programs and designing and modeling teaching strategies using technology.

The Academy for Urban School Leadership, a not-for-profit organization, will assume responsibility for the operation of this CPS performance school.
As a Performance School, all teachers at the AUSL Turnaround School of Excellence are employees of CPS. The terms of the Board of Education/Chicago Teachers Union collective bargaining agreement shall apply unless waived in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement or in accordance with State
law. The teacher hours include the 8:30-2:45 school day plus our staff will be asked to teach after-school programs one hour on each of three days per week
and attend after-school staff professional development for teachers one day per week.

Compensation for after-school hours will be paid according to the CTU collective bargaining agreement.

Mandatory Application Elements
In order to be considered for a position or an interview, applicants must:
1. submit a resume and letter of intent;
2. permit classroom observation/s by members of the teacher selection committee;
3. permit one or more interviews by a teacher selection committee

Contents of Letter of Intent. Address how the successful applicant:
• teaches the production of media and presentation software, e.g. computer graphics, films, videos, slides, tapes, charts graphs, power point presentations, etc.
• develops an orderly learning environment in collaboration with classroom teachers that promotes student engagement and meets state learning standards.
• plans and develops literacy based activities such as book fairs, author talks, book talks, etc.
• manages the library/media center through the selection, purchase, processing, distribution, and inventory of books, non-printed materials, textbooks, audiovisual
equipment, computer hardware and software to meet the changing needs of the instructional program
• meets the needs of all students including ESL. ELL, special education students and students with various learning styles through differentiation of instruction

Mandatory Minimum:
Applicants must possess current Type 03 state certification with Library/Media endorsement

Submit Applications to:
Jasmine Mitchell, Assistant Principal
Dulles School of Excellence
Submit applications via e-mail: jcmitchell@cps.k12.il.us




Cluster/Area 05/15
School Name/Address
Dulles School of Excellence – Unit #26141
6311 S. Calumet Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637 (or GSR #42)
Telephone (773) 535-0690
Fax (773) 535-0689

Grade or Subject 4/5 Split
Certificate Requirements Type 03
Submit To Principal Jasmine Mitchell, Assistant Principal

Other information
Position Summary:
We are seeking a full-time 4th / 5th grade teacher whose educational mission is to enhance and advance knowing, teaching, and learning. Teachers who have the
ability to create and sustain an authentic, engaging, and subject centered learning environment for all students are invited to apply.

The Academy for Urban School Leadership, a not-for-profit organization, will assume responsibility for the operation of this CPS performance school. As a Performance School, all teachers at the AUSL Turnaround School of Excellence are employees of CPS.
The terms of the Board of Education/Chicago Teachers Union collective bargaining agreement shall apply unless waived in accordance with the collective
bargaining agreement or in accordance with State law.

The teacher hours include the 8:30-2:45 school day. In addition, our staff will be asked to teach after-school programs one hour on each of three days per week and
attend after-school staff professional development for teachers one day per week.

Compensation for after-school hours will be paid according to the CTU collective bargaining agreement.

Mandatory Application Elements:
In order to be considered for a position or an interview, applicants must:
1. submit a resume and letter of intent;
2. permit classroom observation/s by members of the teacher selection
committee;
3. permit one or more interviews by a teacher selection committee

Contents of Letter of Intent. Address how the successful applicant:
􀂃 develops a positive, orderly learning environment which engages students
and maximizes on-task behavior;
􀂃 develops lessons and student activities that progress coherently and are
aligned with objectives and state standards;
􀂃 meets the needs of all students by differentiating the instructional delivery;
􀂃 constructs, examines, and reconstructs real teaching and management
experiences in and out of the classroom;
􀂃 stimulates reflection by guiding students to explore areas of risk, discomfort
and opportunity;
􀂃 participates in individual and group professional development activities

Mandatory Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a current Type 03 certification.

Submit Applications to:
Jasmine Mitchell, Assistant Principal
Dulles School of Excellence
Submit applications via e-mail: jcmitchell@cps.k12.il.us



Cluster/Area 05/15
School Name/Address
Dulles School of Excellence – Unit #26141
6311 S. Calumet Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637 (or GSR #42)
Telephone (773) 535-0690
Fax (773) 535-0689
Grade or Subject 3rd
Certificate Requirements Type 03
Submit To Principal Jasmine Mitchell, Assistant Principal

Other information
Position Summary:
We are seeking a full-time 3rd grade teacher whose educational mission is to enhance and advance knowing, teaching, and learning. Teachers who have the
ability to create and sustain an authentic, engaging, and subject centered learning environment for all students are invited to apply.

The Academy for Urban School Leadership, a not-for-profit organization, will assume responsibility for the operation of this CPS performance school. As a Performance School, all teachers at the AUSL Turnaround School of Excellence are employees of CPS.

The terms of the Board of Education/Chicago Teachers Union collective bargaining agreement shall apply unless waived in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement or in accordance with State law.

The teacher hours include the 8:30-2:45 school day. In addition, our staff will be asked to teach after-school programs one hour on each of three days per week and
attend after-school staff professional development for teachers one day per week.

Compensation for after-school hours will be paid according to the CTU collective bargaining agreement.

Mandatory Application Elements:
In order to be considered for a position or an interview, applicants must:
1. submit a resume and letter of intent;
2. permit classroom observation/s by members of the teacher selection
committee;
3. permit one or more interviews by a teacher selection committee
Contents of Letter of Intent. Address how the successful applicant:
􀂃 develops a positive, orderly learning environment which engages students
and maximizes on-task behavior;
􀂃 develops lessons and student activities that progress coherently and are
aligned with objectives and state standards;
􀂃 meets the needs of all students by differentiating the instructional delivery;
􀂃 constructs, examines, and reconstructs real teaching and management
experiences in and out of the classroom;
􀂃 stimulates reflection by guiding students to explore areas of risk, discomfort
and opportunity;
􀂃 participates in individual and group professional development activities

Mandatory Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must possess a current Type 03 certification.

Submit Applications to:
Jasmine Mitchell, Assistant Principal
Dulles School of Excellence
Submit applications via e-mail: jcmitchell@cps.k12.il.us



Cluster/Area 5/11
School Name/Address
Edwards School - Unit #23081
4815 S. Karlov Ave.
Chicago, IL 60632 (or GSR #44)
Telephone (773) 535-4875
Fax (773) 535-4470


Grade or Subject K-8 Librarian
Certificate Requirements Type 03 w/Library Media Endorsement
Submit To Principal Judith Sauri

Other information This is a half time (.5) position. Track E School



Cluster/Area 5/11
School Name/Address
Edwards School - Unit #23081
4815 S. Karlov Ave
Chicago, IL 60632 (or GSR #44)

Telephone (773) 535-4875
Fax (773) 535-4470

Grade or Subject Pre-K Special Education
Certificate Requirements Type 04 w/Special Education Endorsement
Submit To Principal Judith Sauri
Other information Track E School




Cluster/Area 05/11
School Name/Address
Marquette School - Unit #24341
6550 S. Richmond St.
Chicago, IL 60629 (or GSR #44)
Telephone 773-535-9260
Fax773-535-9266

Grade or Subject First Grade Spanish Bilingual
Certificate Requirements (Type 03) w/Spanish Bilingual Endorsement
Submit To Principal Paul O’Toole, plotoole@cps.k12.il.us

Other information
Submit resumes and cover letters via email: plotoole@cps.k12.il.us
This is an anticipated position for a leave scheduled from November 16, 2009 through January 4, 2010. Familiarity with CRI, CMSI, PBIS, and Responsive
Classroom a plus. Must be able to differentiate instruction to reach all learners.




Cluster/Area 06/17
School Name/Address
Caldwell Academy – Unit #2580
8546 S Cregier
Chicago, IL 60617 (or GSR #47 )
Telephone (773) 535-6300
Fax(773) 535-6611

Grade or Subject Part time, Middle School, Language Arts
Certificate Requirements Type 10 w/Middle School Language Arts Endorsement
Submit To Principal Charles L. Slaughter

Other information Middle school teacher with Language Arts endorsement. Strong classroom management skills. Must be punctual, dependable with excellent work ethic.



Cluster/Area 06/18
School Name/Address
Smith School – Unit #3870
744 E. 103rd Street
Chicago, IL 60628 (or GSR #48)
Telephone (773) 535-5689\
Fax (773) 535-5101

Grade or Subject Reading Interventionist
Certificate Requirements Type 09 w/Reading Endorsement or Masters in Reading
Submit To Principal Johnny Banks
Other information




Cluster/Area 54
School Name/Address
Bronzeville Scholastic Institute
4934 South Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60615 (or GSR#42)
Telephone (773) 535-1150 option #4
Fax (773) 535-1228

Grade or Subject Mathematics Algebra 2 , College Algebra, Trigonometry, and Calculus
Certificate Requirements Type 9 w/Mathematics: Algebra 2, College Algebra, Trigonometry, and Calculus Endorsement
Submit To Principal lharris5@cps.edu or ceglover@cps.edu
Other information Type 9 w/Reading endorsements are a bonus.

We are in search of dynamic, collaborative, team oriented teachers(particularly with a reading endorsement ) who are interested in a small school for the fall of 2009.
Applicants must have high expectations for all students and a willingness to personalize the educational process. They must be comfortable with shared
decision making, data driven instruction, and have the ability to multi-task. Additionally, individuals must be committed to continuous professional and student
development. Please e-mail resumes and Letters of Application tolharris5@cps.edu or ceglover@cps.edu



Cluster/Area Citywide
School Name/Address Department of Reading and Language Arts
125 South Clark Street – 9th floor
Chicago, Illinois 60603 (or GSR # 125)
Telephone (773) 553-6432
Fax

Grade or Subject Citywide Supported Core Reading Materials Adoption (SCRMA) Specialist
(25 positions - 1.0 FTE for 42.6 weeks plus 0.2 FTE for 38.6 weeks)
Certificate Requirements Possess a valid Reading Teacher Endorsement (minimum) or Type 10 Reading Specialist Certificate (preferred).
Submit To Carlos Vera, Manager

Other information

These positions are a re-advertisement. Previous applicants need not reapply.

The Citywide SCRMA Specialist’s primary responsibility is to organize and provide implementation support for teachers at multiple schools currently implementing and those that will be implementing SCRMA-designated instructional materials. The Specialist will focus on Literacy Instruction and will be a member of the Office of Reading and Language Arts support team.

Education:
􀂃 Master’s degree preferred.

Experience/ Requirements:
􀂃 Evident passion for and commitment to serving urban students with practical understanding of the urban district setting for school improvement.
􀂃 Significant, successful educational leadership and teaching experience tied to increasing student achievement.
􀂃 Strong ability to compile, analyze and manage data.
􀂃 Empathetic understanding of the teacher change process and highly effective teacher development practices.
􀂃 Ability to work within the complex social and office cultures that make up urban schools and school districts by anticipating needs, connecting pieces
and building coalitions.
􀂃 Strong, research-based pedagogical content knowledge, and experience with inquiry-based teaching strategies.
􀂃 Strong ability to clearly communicate ideas, progress and results to stakeholders in a variety of formats including written and oral.
􀂃 Sharp political skills and intuition about people; ability to succeed in a highly collaborative work environment;
􀂃 Highly competent technical skills: with Microsoft Office, Outlook and data management/analysis tools.

Key Responsibilities:
• Organizes and provides implementation support for the teachers at schools currently implementing and those who will be implementing the SCRMA
Designated instructional materials;
• Collaborates with administrators, teachers, coaches, and RLA staff to support high quality Literacy instruction, develops the necessary support structures,
And monitors implementation;
• Coaches teachers in effective instructional practices through modeling, coaching, mentoring, and co-teaching;
• Builds leadership capacity and professional learning communities within schools;
• Conducts school-based workshops for staff and works with the principal to support Mathematics/ Science instructional improvement;
• Analyzes classroom and school level data to make informed decisions;

Other general coaching responsibilities include:
o modeling and demonstrating lessons;
o student observation;
o analyzing student work;
o data analysis;
o curriculum planning;
o in-depth strategy and lesson study;
o one-on-one coaching conversations;
o developing and providing materials for/with colleagues;
o leading or participating in study groups at the school and area level;
o organizing and leading grade-level meetings;
o analyzing instructional videotapes of self and teachers;
o supporting teachers in their own professional growth.




Cluster/Area
School Name/Address
Office of School Turnaround
Elementary Office
125 S Clark Street 9th floor
Chicago, IL 60603
Telephone
Fax
Grade or Subject In School Elementary Content Coach and Interventionist
Certificate Requirements See Other Information
Submit To Principal Elementary Turnaround Officer
OSTHiring@gmail.com

Other Information
JOB SUMMARY:
The CPS Turnaround team is a cross discipline group of internal and external experts who work collaboratively to develop and execute Pre-K – 12
strategies to transform lower performing schools into higher performing schools without moving students. The Content Coach and Interventionist works directly with other in-school coaches to support differentiated instructional strategies, specifically around coaching activities represented in the district coaching framework, ensuring that all activities align to targeted outcomes and student achievement. To this end, the content coach and interventionist works with school leadership, classroom teachers and students to ensure proper implementation of differentiated supports, classroom support, provide intensive intervention, and integrate CPS priorities to increase student achievement by decreasing the number of students identified as intensive based on specific assessment measures.

The Content Coach and Interventionist reports directly to the Elementary Turnaround Officer.

JOB FUNCTIONS:
The school based Coach and Interventionist supports instruction.
Key Responsibilities:
The Chicago Public Schools’ Coaching Model will define the work of the Coach and Interventionist). Responsibilities include:
• Provide intensive support for academically challenged students based on assessment data, using a wide range of instructional practices,
approaches and techniques
• Provide instruction support to identified students during 60 and 90 minute blocks
• modeling and demonstrating lessons;
• student observation;
• analyzing student work;
• data analysis;
• curriculum planning;
• in-depth strategy and lesson study;
• creating and maintaining a literacy portfolio;
• one-on-one coaching conversations;
• developing and providing materials for/with colleagues;
• leading or participating in study groups;
• ensuring differentiated instruction;
• organizing and leading grade-level meetings;
• analyzing instructional videotapes of self and teachers;
• supporting teachers in their own professional growth.

Other responsibilities of the Coach and Interventionist include but are not limited to:
• supporting citywide initiatives;
• providing professional development to classroom teachers;
• supporting school partnerships and activities with families and community nmembers that enhance literacy and math development.

Other Information Working Conditions
• One full time equivalency per position – 38.6 week employees
• School based position (Funded with grant dollars)

Education & Certification Requirements
• Possess a minimum of a reading and/or math endorsement
• Have teaching experience in K-8
• Experience collaborating with adult learners
• Have an in-depth knowledge of:
􀂃 literacy and/or math instruction;
􀂃 research proven instructional strategies
􀂃 assessment and data analysis tools
􀂃 adult learning principles; and
􀂃 supporting struggling learners

Experience & Skills Preferred
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills and an ability to collaborate
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Understanding of the instructional needs of English Language Learners and special needs students
• Understanding of the Illinois Learning Standards and be able to integrate and utilize them in designing high quality instruction and intervention strategies
• Experience with data analysis
• Experience with delivery of job embedded ongoing professional development
• Experience with supporting struggling learners
• Experience with understanding the diverse needs of struggling learners

Qualified applicants must submit resumes via email to: OSTHiring@gmail.com
Please include Job Title in Subject line!