Education Specialist (Reading - Math - Teacher - Instructor - Part-time)

Applicants will be dedicated to raising the academic achievement of Title I students through individualized instruction in a blended learning environment. The Innovative Scholars Title I Education Specialist will provide educational experiences that support student motivation and growth in the subjects of reading and/or math. We seek to add Education Specialists to our team who believe in our core value - that every child can be successful on their learning journey!

Company Website: www.innovativescholars.net

• Title I Education Specialists provide reading and/or math instruction in small groups settings for at-risk students (average of 6-8 students).*
• Use a blended learning model that combines in-person on-site small group instruction and online learning.**
• Execute online curriculum platforms through instruction and data analysis.**
• Provide individualized instruction based on identified academic weaknesses.**
• Communicate weekly with classroom teachers at school.**
• Be responsive to the needs of school administrators and teachers.**
• Complete administrative responsibilities throughout the program (i.e. lesson plans, quarterly progress reports etc.).
• Attend monthly professional development sessions and all school staff meetings.*

Terms of Employment (Please read carefully through the list below):

• Paid holidays and professional development**
• Curriculum and Operations training will be provided

Requirements

• Must be located in Chicago, IL or surrounding areas

The 3 school sites are near 1) 90 fwy and 75th St, 2) 50 fwy and 31st St, and 3) 90 fwy and Milwaukee

• Must be able to attend paid mandatory training**
• Must be able to work during the daytime and NOT just afterschool**
• Teaching and/or tutoring experience is required.**
• Master's degree or endorsement in Education (highly preferred).**
• Familiarity with best education strategies in math and reading.**
• Strong classroom management skills.**
• Previous experience working with an education program (preferred).**
• Experience working with technology-based educational programs and familiarity with Google Chrome, Google Classroom, Google Meet, Flipgrid (preferred).**
• Must be able to complete online lesson plan templates and reports on Google Drive, send and open emails, attach and/or review emailed documents, and maneuver through online curriculum programs.**
• Experience working with English Language Learners and/or Special Education students. (preferred)**
• Training in Social Emotional Learning (preferred)**
• Spoken and written Spanish (highly preferred).**
• Must pass the district-required background check.*

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

COVID-19 considerations:
Educators will work partially at school site(s) where students and teachers will be required to wear a mask, work in a classroom that will accommodate small groups with socially distancing at least 6 feet apart, provided sanitary supplies.

Experience:

• Teaching: 5 years (Preferred)
• Tutoring: 5 years (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Location:

• Maywood, IL (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Shifts:

• Morning (Required)
• Mid-Day (Required)

Application Question:

• Will you be willing to work at a school site at this time with the safety measures in place?

Work Location:

• Multiple locations

Hours per week:

• 10-19

Company's website:

• www.innovativescholars.net

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Work Location: Multiple Locations