Top 1229 Literacy Jobs in Chicago, Il

ESL Teacher/English Learner Program Teacher (ELPT) 2026-27 SY
Great Lakes Academy Charter School —Chicago, IL
- $59,180 - $83,517 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- High school
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Elementary Music Teacher
Chicago Private School —Chicago, IL
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- 401(k)
- Retirement plan
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Lead Teacher (0-3yr)
Chicago Commons —Chicago, IL
- $60,401 - $64,766 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Teacher Aide
Chicago Commons —Chicago, IL
- $20.16 - $21.43 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Childcare
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Infant Toddler Teacher Assistant
Chicago Commons —Chicago, IL
- $23.08 - $24.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Word processing
- English
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Literacy Specialist
Near North Montessori School —Chicago, IL
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Overture STEAM Teacher (Greater Chicago Area)
Overture Games —Chicago, IL
- From $70 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mentoring
- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
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Literacy Content Specialist
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $90,000 - $106,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Writing skills
- Teaching Certification
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
Art Teacher
Holy Trinity (HT) —Chicago, IL
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Visual & Performing Arts
Lead Instructional Coach- Literacy
Distinctive Schools —Chicago, IL
- From $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Travel
- 1 year
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Adult Education & Literacy Paraprofessional
South Suburban College —South Holland, IL
- $21.29 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
Volunteer Adult Literacy Tutor
Anixter Center —Chicago, IL
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Flexible schedule
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Adult Educator
City Colleges of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $41.23 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Microsoft Outlook
- English
2026-27 IL Elementary School Teacher
Regeneration Schools —Chicago, IL
- $56,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Writing skills
- Teaching Certification
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Reading Tutor
City Colleges of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $20.69 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
Front Desk Agent
FAIRMONT —Chicago, IL
- $25.41 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Hotel
- US work authorization
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Literacy Associate
Chinese Mutual Aid Association Inc —Chicago, IL
- $38,000 - $42,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Travel reimbursement
- 403(b) matching
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Apprentice Direct Imaging Artist
Kaleidoscope —Chicago, IL
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Overtime
- Ability to climb stairs
- Quality control
- Ability to stand for extended periods
Teacher Aide
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center —Chicago, IL
- $16.20 - $24.28 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Math
After-School SPED Literacy & Math Tutor
Discover Music Discover Life —Chicago, IL
- Background check
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification

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ESL Teacher/English Learner Program Teacher (ELPT) 2026-27 SY

Great Lakes Academy Charter School -
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$59,180 - $83,517 a year

Qualifications

Teaching Certification
Employee relationship building
Bachelor's degree
Academic assessment administration
Professional Educator License

Full Job Description

Great Lakes Academy ESL Teacher/English Language Program Teacher

About Great Lakes Academy

Great Lakes Academy (GLA) is a high-performing, single-site charter school located in South Chicago. Our mission is to prepare all of our students with the fundamental academic skills, critical thinking ability, and strength of character to excel in high school, college, and a career of their choice. We empower all of our students with the education today that they will need to change the world tomorrow.

Our staff work hard to close opportunity gaps for our scholars, and the data speaks for itself: In 2023, on the rigorous Illinois Assessment of Readiness, GLA had the highest percentage of students reaching proficiency in ELA and Math of all elementary schools in Hyde Park, Woodlawn, South Shore, and South Chicago.

We are proud of our growth and achievement, but we have our sights set even higher for the 2024-25 school year, and we need your help to reach our goals. We are seeking a high-capacity, hungry, and humble ESL or Bilingual Teacher. An experienced and highly qualified candidate will also have the opportunity to serve in a leadership role as our English Language Program Teacher (ELPT), which would add $5,000 to the base salary.

Job Overview

A Great Lakes Academy Teacher will be part of a team of talented, committed teachers working to change the face of education on the Southeast Side of Chicago. Our Teachers take responsibility for the high academic achievement and character development of every child in their classrooms. Our ESL/Bilingual Teachers support our Multilingual Learners (MLLs) through both small-group pull-out instruction and whole-group, in-class accommodations/modifications.

Candidates MUST have their Illinois PEL with ESL or Bilingual Endorsement.

If also serving in the ELPT role, this person will be responsible for coordinating aspects of the school’s instructional program for Multilingual Learners (MLL’s). The ELPT is responsible for ensuring the school’s compliance with student program placement related to enrollment, file management, assessment coordination, and other required program services. An ELPT candidate must have experience with and be proficient in administering WIDA and ACCESS tests. The school's ELPT will have an additional $5000 added into their salary.

Job Responsibilities

Internalize and deliver lesson plans that are rigorous, relevant, and engaging, setting students up for success in high school, college, and beyond
Lead a safe, structured, supportive classroom culture by building relationships with students, leveraging systems & routines, and consistently implementing GLA’s code of conduct
Use academic data to inform whole-group, small-group, and individual instruction and to drive student growth and achievement
Provide ESL instruction in core content (literacy, mathematics) for Multilingual Learners
Co-plan with classroom teachers to align instruction with Common Core State Standards and WIDA ELD
Collaborate with classroom teachers regarding instructional scaffolding and support
Establish relationships with students’ families, communicating frequently and partnering in student success
Consistently model the Great Lakes Academy BE GREAT virtues: Gratitude, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, and Truthfulness
Collaborate with all staff members across team, grade level and subject area
Actively participate in weekly 1:1 coaching and regular professional development (PD), including our three-week summer PD in August
Coordinate MLL Program compliance by creating schedules for MLL supports, leading and conducting MLL Screener and ACCESS testing, coordinate required communication to families of MLL students, keep and organize program files for MLL students, and other duties required by the school's language program.
Participate as an instructional leader on the schools Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) to support high quality implementation of instructional practices for MLL's.

Competencies

Belief in and alignment with Great Lakes Academy’s core beliefs and educational philosophy is non-negotiable
Humility: Self-reflective with a growth mindset and ability to accept and implement feedback
Reliability: Willingness to work hard, be flexible, and overcome obstacles in the pursuit of goals
Kindness: Strong relationship builder with students, families, and other staff members
Mastery of and enthusiasm for your academic subject
Willingness to place student achievement as highest goal
Committed to serving Black and Brown students on the South Side of Chicago

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
ONE of the following certifications is required:
Professional Educator License (PEL) with ESL endorsement
PEL with Bilingual endorsement
Transitional Bilingual Educator (TBE) license
Teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred, but not required
Eligibility to work in the United States on a full-time basis

As an equal opportunity employer, Great Lakes Academy hires without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law

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