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Lab School Lower School
About the Department
At the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, students in Nursery
through Grade 12 experience a world-class educational journey. Founded
in 1896 by John Dewey as a place for educators to develop and explore
novel approaches to pedagogy and curriculum, Lab continues to provide
excitement and imagination in learning to this day. Academic rigor,
experiential learning, and intellectual discourse are hallmarks of a Lab
education. Lab educators are recognized for excellence in teaching and
pride themselves on innovation in the classroom. Students in every grade
have access to unparalleled resources, and all members of the Lab
community benefit by partnerships and connections with the University of
Chicago. Families who choose Lab care deeply about curiosity, inquiry,
and creativity.
No less than scholarship, Lab\'s mission prioritizes honoring diversity
and exhibiting kindness. We are committed to building and supporting a
teaching and learning community where young people see aspects of their
backgrounds and identities reflected around them, where they feel a deep
sense of belonging, and where they discover and use their voices to full
effect. Today, 53-59 percent of Lab\'s student body are students of
color. Families report speaking nearly 40 different languages in their
homes. Approximately 60 percent of Lab families are also affiliated with
the University of Chicago. Half of our families live in Hyde Park, and
the rest come from across Chicago, the suburbs, and northwestern
Indiana. Inclusion is a fundamental value at Lab, such that we celebrate
every facet of community members\' identities, and even where we
disagree, we emphasize respect, civility, and maintaining a spirit of
community.
Lab seeks the finest employees to join our vibrant learning community.
We employ people with a wide range of skills and training in many
different disciplines, who have in common a love of learning and the
wish to inspire that same love of learning in young people. We seek
candidates for employment who thrive in an educational environment. We
provide a great professional home for those committed to collaboration,
ongoing personal and professional growth, and cultivating positive
relationships. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of
color, LGBTQ+ identified candidates, candidates from historically
marginalized or underrepresented backgrounds, and candidates with a
demonstrated commitment to a deepening diversity, equity, and inclusion
practice. In turn, we strive to ensure that Lab is a joyful, welcoming,
and inspiring place to work. Through our connection to the University,
faculty, staff, and administrators enjoy benefits and opportunities that
would be nearly impossible to match in any other environment.
Job Summary
Carry out lesson plan instructions from the classroom teacher, and/or
create lesson plans in absence of a prepared lesson; ensure all material
is covered. A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion work, an
understanding of the importance of teacher engagement in community life,
and an interest in using a variety of pedagogical approaches in the
classroom is essential.
Responsibilities
- Build deep relationships with students, faculty members, and staff
to foster a culture of a community. Maintain strong lines of
communication with the headteacher about student progress, and go
above and beyond to support and collaborate closely with teammates
in the united pursuit of Lab\'s mission. Additionally focuses on
communication with the absent teacher at the end of each day
outlining classroom accomplishments and shortcomings of the day.
- Create and maintain a disciplined classroom that foste s a safe and
productive learning environment while fostering a climate of respect
and fairness for all students.
- Observe and assess student performance.
- Emanate optimism, share feedback to solve problems, reflect on how
your actions impact others and take ownership of creating the
culture you want to show up to each day.
- Provides instruction and coaching.
- Prepares lessons, activities, and assignments, and assesses and
documents progress of those instructed.
- Participate in teacher training sessions and other professional
development as necessary.
- Support and contribute to curriculum development to enhance the
program.
- Fulfill all teacher duties and responsibilities as outlined in the
Lab School Faculty Handbook.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related
field.
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Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through
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Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Experience:
Minimum of one