Science Teacher
Pilsen Wellness Center
Chicago, IL
Full-Time
Site
2001 S California FL 2 Chicago, IL 60608
Schedule
Monday - Friday 7:45 AM - 3:15 PM
Job Summary
Latino Youth High School (LYHS) offers young persons a second chance to obtain a high school diploma. This alternative charter school incorporates a student-centered approach emphasizing individualized instruction coupled with added supports such as parenting groups for young mothers, counseling, and leadership development. Nationally recognized as a model charter school, LYHS provides a safe, respectful, gang-neutral environment to young persons attending its state-of-the-art facilities. The school is a campus of the Youth Connection Charter Schools and provides other academic services funded by the Alternative Schools Network.
Pilsen Wellness Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate teacher to provide meaningful and engaging standards based instruction and assessment in the content area of Science. Curriculum to be taught within the context of the philosophy and mission of the high school.
Responsibilities
- Engages students within high school level scholarly work
- Attends and participates in all professional development training
- Maintain, develop, and update curriculum maps, syllabi, and course descriptions
- Participates in the coordination and planning of high school sponsored events
- Communicates regularly with a student’s parents and families
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- Valid Illinois Professional License in subject area
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
- Teaching Experience
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $53,000 - $63,000 annually
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Ongoing professional development
About Us
Pilsen Wellness Center is a community-based organization providing culturally responsive behavioral health and social services.
Pilsen Wellness Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
