[IMMEDIATE, SY 24-25] Multilingual Learners Teacher (ESL), Bilingual (Spanish)

Kipp Chicago - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Chicago, IL

About the position

At KIPP Chicago, we are dedicated to creating joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students for their future paths, whether that be college, career, or beyond. Our mission is to work collaboratively with families and communities to ensure that our students not only achieve academic success but also develop the skills and confidence necessary to lead fulfilling lives and contribute to a more just world. Our campuses are strategically located in neighborhoods such as Austin, Englewood, North Lawndale, and West Humboldt Park, and we also support over 2000 KIPP alumni through our KIPP Forward program. KIPP Chicago is recognized as the highest-performing network of schools in Chicago, as evidenced by our city's school quality index. We pride ourselves on attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse and talented staff of educators who are committed to our mission. The role of the Multilingual Learners Teacher (ESL) is crucial in our commitment to high expectations and collaborative learning. This position is designed for educators who are bilingual in Spanish and licensed to provide direct instruction to English Learners (EL). The teacher will be responsible for ensuring that students not only keep pace with their peers in core academic subjects but also develop proficiency in English according to their individual ACCESS goals. The EL Teacher will work closely with the Director of EL Services for coaching and support. In this role, teachers are expected to embody key mindsets that promote a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement. This includes planning and executing rigorous lessons, actively monitoring student progress, and maintaining open communication with families. The teacher will also be responsible for designing learning plans based on ACCESS language test results, providing targeted instruction in various subjects, and preparing students for the ACCESS assessment. KIPP Chicago values a growth mindset and encourages teachers to reflect on their practices to enhance student engagement and academic success.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly plan and execute rigorous, high-engagement lessons using best practices for student investment, assessment, and inclusion of culturally-relevant content.
• Actively monitor student learning, track mastery data, and provide feedback to students to ensure their mastery of grade-level content and academic growth.
• Communicate actively with families and collaborate with peer teachers to facilitate a safe, consistent, and joyful school culture where each child belongs.
• Follow through on department and grade-level initiatives and actively engage in professional growth and development.
• Design learning plans for students in grades 5 - 8 based on ACCESS language test results.
• Provide pull-out instruction to individual and small groups in Math, Science, Reading, and Writing.
• Prepare students to pass the ACCESS test and exit the transitional program of instruction.
• Administer the ACCESS assessment to students.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (required).
• Illinois PEL with Bilingual or EL endorsement OR Illinois ESL licensure (required).
• Meet testing requirements of Illinois Charter Law (Test of Academic Proficiency 400 and the appropriate content-area test) (required).
• At least two years' prior success teaching in urban communities (strongly preferred).
• A cleared CPS Background check.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in teaching in urban communities.
• Familiarity with culturally-relevant teaching practices.

Benefits

• 403(b) retirement plan
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance