Top Illinois Private School Jobs

Middle School Teacher
Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School
Posted on Wed., January 25, 2023
Starting date: Immediately
Expiration date: Thu., January 25, 2024

Job type: Full Time
Estimated salary: Negotiable
Education requirements: 1. BA/BS degree + Illinois Teacher License required a. AMI, AMS accredited a plus 2. Broad understanding of early adolescent development and educational needs and ability to successfully apply these
Contact Information: Debra Trude-Suter, PhD, Executive Director; (847) 850-5490; debra.trudesuter@agbms.org

Summary: continuing to develop a full Erdkinder Curriculum expanding to the Primary, Elementary, and all of Secondary, which builds upon the foundations that embrace the philosophy of fostering growth within each child, by hands on learning through both the natural environment and physical well-being. Essential Functions: 1. Assume full responsibility for Middle School class, which fosters the total development of the child according to the philosophy of Dr. Maria Montessori and AMI or AMS or NMCE guidelines as appropriate or able to meet ISBE standards. 2. Oversee and implement assigned areas of the curriculum; knowledgeable about Illinois state standards and participate in the development and alignment of the curriculum to the standards as required. 3. Prepare and maintain the learning environment appropriate to the needs of the children and the expectations of the school. 4. Ensure the safety and well-being of the students at all times. 5. Administer and evaluate standardized tests as scheduled. 6. Make and purchase materials for the classroom within the budgetary guidelines. 7. Keep accurate and updated records of each student`s progress. 8. Foster an atmosphere of respect and harmony; emphasize communication, interdependence, cooperation and global awareness. 9. Coordinate parent conferences each year as scheduled; maintain ongoing dialogue with parents during the entire year; be active in preparing and presenting at parent meetings, faculty meetings and professional development/in-service events as requested. 10. Carry out procedures, policies and responsibilities as outlined in the staff handbook, parent handbook and Erdkinder curriculum and initiatives. 11. Participate in planning, implementation and evaluation of all curriculum, programs and activities in the classroom and school. 12. Assist the children with their physical needs, when necessary. Use Cued Speech when needed. 13. Be ready and willing to take on daily assignments, as requested, by supervising directress. 14. Report difficulties in the classroom to directress. 15. Consult agbms.org e-mail on a daily basis for special messages and visitors. 16. Attend meetings, as requested, with the Directress, Coordinator, Educational Administrator, or Executive Director. 17. Pursue opportunities for professional growth and enrichment with approval of administration. 18. Maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance. 19. Maintain records of attendance for each student. 20. Communicate and submit reports, as required, to parents, school management and school district, etc. 21. Address classroom emergencies in the classroom, such as forgotten lunches and minor accidents. 22. Prepare, administer and grade assignments and tests with an aim of evaluating the progress of students. 23. Prepare and implement remedial sessions for the children who require extra assistance. 24. Plan and supervise trips and classroom activities. 25. Other duties as assigned from time-to-time to support and meet school objectives.

High School Math Teacher
Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School
Posted on Wed., January 25, 2023
Starting date: Immediately
Expiration date: Thu., January 25, 2024

Job type: Contract
Estimated salary: Negotiable
Education requirements:  Bachelor’s or master’s degree in the subject area.  A relevant license, certificate, or registration.
Contact Information: Debra Truce Suter, PhD, Executive Director; (847) 850-5490; debra.trudesuter@agbms.org

We are searching for a highly dependable and passionate high school math teacher to join our school on a part-time basis. The high school math teacher`s responsibilities include developing lesson plans, delivering content, administering assessments, and providing feedback to students. You should be able to deal with students from varying backgrounds and respond well to feedback. As a math teacher, you should be extremely resilient, well-organized, and flexible. Retired and/or semi-retired teacher applicants welcome. Math Teacher Responsibilities:  Developing lesson plans in the relevant subject area and grade, and ensuring all lessons align with curriculum objectives.  Using a range of teaching materials and methods to deliver content.  Preparing students for tests, exams, presentations, experiments, and other assessments.  Grading assessments and providing feedback and reports to students and head of school. High School Teacher Requirements:  Bachelor`s or master`s degree in the subject area.  A relevant license, certificate, or registration.  Excellent time management, planning, and organizational skills.  Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.  Superb interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.  The ability to establish rapport and build professional relationships with adolescents.  A high degree of professionalism.  A growth mindset.

Infant/Toddler Directress
Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School
Posted on Wed., January 25, 2023
Starting date: Immediately
Expiration date: Thu., January 25, 2024

Job type: Full Time
Estimated salary: Negotiable
Education requirements: 1. 2+ years of early childhood education 2. 2+ years of Montessori toddler care and education 3. Become fluent in Cued Speech within 6 months of hire (memorize chart). 4. Excellent organizational skil
Contact Information: Debra Trude-Suter, Phd, Executive Director; (847) 850-5490; debra.trucesuter@agbms.org

Essential Functions: 1. Provide care, support, oversight, and education for children 2. May share lead responsibilities with Teacher and Assistant Teacher 3. Engage with current and prospective parents and family members and is responsive to their needs 4. Assure DCFS Licensing rules and regulations are being followed and carried out 5. Completes all documentation in a timely manner, including posting to MRX 6. Assists and accepts responsibility in other daily school duties as needed 7. Attends and fully participates in all staff meetings, school events, and parent meetings 8. Participate in the planning for and attend various meetings including IEP, staff meetings, parent conferences, weekly child development, etc. 9. As possible, help with staff absences by assisting with lunch breaks or dismissal times. 10. Maintain a list of new materials that the classroom could utilize with students. Submit purchase orders when ordering materials. 11. Maintain records of attendance for each student. 12. Communicate and submit reports as required to parents, school management and school district, etc. 13. Attend seminars, sessions related to professional development as well as meetings. 14. Address classroom emergencies in the classroom such as forgotten lunches and minor accidents. 15. Preparing and implementing remedial sessions for the children who require extra assistance. 16. Enforce school administration policies. 17. Supervise children, plan and supervise trips and classroom activities. 18. Follow school policies and procedures, including roles and responsibilities plan and attendance, as established for position. 19. Other duties as assigned from time to time to support and meet school objectives. Minimum Physical Requirements: 1. Ability to stand and move for 95% of the day. 2. Use of hearing, hands and eyes 100% of the workday. 3. Ability to push, pull, lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally during the workday. 4. Assume postures in low level positions that best allow visual contact with children. 5. Ability to bend, stoop, sit on the floor, perform activities with children such as, jump, dance, run, etc. for extended periods of time. 6. Ability to multi-task and able to respond quickly and appropriately to the changing needs of the children. 7. Typical of a classroom environment; exposure to activity and children. 8. Work both indoors and outdoors. 9. Stamina to work all assigned hours.

Children’s House Directress
Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School
Posted on Wed., January 25, 2023
Starting date: Immediately
Expiration date: Thu., January 25, 2024

Job type: Full Time
Estimated salary: Negotiable
Education requirements: Education, Experience and Skills: 1. 2+ years of early childhood education 2. 2+ years of Montessori toddler care and education 3. Become fluent in Cued Speech within 6 months of hire (memorize chart)
Contact Information: Debra Trude-Suter, Phd, Executive Director; (847) 850-5490; debra.trudesuter@agbms.org

Summary: Plans and implements activities that promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of children; responsible for the care, hygiene, learning, developmental activities, specialized programs, and redirection of children; and, communicates directly with parents; maintains classroom records, cleanliness, and orderliness. Essential Functions: 1. Provide care, support, oversight and education for children 2. May share lead responsibilities with Teacher and Assistant Teacher 3. Engage with current and prospective parents and family members and is responsive to their needs 4. Assure DCFS Licensing rules and regulations are being followed and carried out 5. Completes all documentation in a timely manner, including posting to MRX 6. Assists and accepts responsibility in other daily school duties as needed 7. Attends and fully participates in all staff meetings, school events, and parent meetings 8. Participate in the planning for and attend various meetings including IEP, staff meetings, parent conferences, weekly child development, etc. 9. As possible, help with staff absences by assisting with lunch breaks or dismissal times. 10. Maintain a list of new materials that the classroom could utilize with students. Submit purchase orders when ordering materials. 11. Maintain records of attendance for each student. 12. Communicate and submit reports as required to parents, school management and school district, etc. 13. Attend seminars, sessions related to professional development as well as meetings. 14. Address classroom emergencies in the classroom such as forgotten lunches and minor accidents. 15. Preparing and implementing remedial sessions for the children who require extra assistance. 16. Enforce school administration policies. 17. Supervise children, plan and supervise trips and classroom activities. 18. Follow school policies and procedures, including roles and responsibilities plan and attendance, as established for position. 19. Other duties as assigned from time to time to support and meet school objectives. Minimum Physical Requirements: 1. Ability to stand and move for 95% of the day. 2. Use of hearing, hands and eyes 100% of the workday. 3. Ability to push, pull, lift and carry up to 40 pounds occasionally during the workday. 4. Assume postures in low level positions that best allow visual contact with children. 5. Ability to bend, stoop, sit on the floor, perform activities with children such as, jump, dance, run, etc. for extended periods of time. 6. Ability to multi-task and able to respond quickly and appropriately to the changing needs of the children. 7. Typical of a classroom environment; exposure to activity and children. 8. Work both indoors and outdoors. 9. Stamina to work all assigned hours.