University of Chicago - Chicago, IL
posted 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Chicago, IL
Educational Services
About the position
The In-House Sub Early Childhood position at The University of Chicago's Laboratory Schools involves providing technical support to teachers in early childhood education. This role includes assisting in lesson planning, assessing student progress, and maintaining a productive classroom environment. The position emphasizes building relationships within the school community and fostering a culture of respect and inclusion.
Responsibilities
- Carries out lesson plan instructions from the classroom teacher, and/or creates lesson plans in absence of a prepared lesson.
- Builds deep relationships with students, faculty members, and staff to foster a culture of community.
- Maintains strong lines of communication with the headteacher about student progress.
- Creates and maintains a disciplined classroom that fosters a safe and productive learning environment.
- Observes and assesses student performance.
- Provides instruction and coaching.
- Prepares lessons, activities, and assignments, and assesses and documents progress of those instructed.
- Participates in teacher training sessions and other professional development as necessary.
- Supports and contributes to curriculum development to enhance the program.
- Fulfills all teacher duties and responsibilities as outlined in the Lab School Faculty Handbook.
- Expands knowledge by participating in staff meetings, individual planning meetings, and/or parent-student staffings.
- May collaborate with teachers through classroom observation and curriculum discussions.
Requirements
- Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or equivalent experience in a related field.
- 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Nice-to-haves
- Bachelor's degree.
- School teaching experience.
- Experience working with a wide range of students from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and administration.
Benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- Access to university resources
- Collaborative work environment
