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Job Summary

GCE Lab School prepares high school students for success as citizens in our interconnected and multicultural world. Our model integrates subjects into thematic courses that invite students to investigate real-world questions in a collaborative, project-based learning environment. Classroom learning is augmented by weekly Field Experiences that engage students in the relevance of their academics, get them outside the classroom and connect them with their community, and ignite their curiosity about potential career paths.

The STEAM (integrated Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) instructor will guide students through inquiry-driven projects, provide instruction in relevant disciplines, introduce students to curricular partners, and encourage independent academic exploration. Classes are small, instruction is personalized, the culture is encouraging, and Field Experiences are inspiring.

Interdisciplinary courses require that faculty consistently stretch outside of their areas of specific expertise and learn with students. For this position we are seeking particularly candidates with knowledge and experience in chemistry, biology, and related fields. Teaching assignments are likely to be in Global Resources and Global Health sequences.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate lessons using GCE’s inquiry- and project-based digital course content
• Teach two core courses per term; refine GCE STEAM courses in collaboration with Director of Curriculum
• Design and teach one mixed-grade level Workshop per term in a STEAM subject or competency
• Actively engage students with different learning styles and behaviors by preparing lesson plans that reflect student needs and group dynamics
• Plan and guide student Field Experiences throughout the city of Chicago
• Communicate with parents to help students excel in their STEAM courses
• Connect lessons with current events in Chicago and in the world
• Facilitate a learning process that culminates in completed Action Projects that demonstrate learning in non-linear ways
• Assess and monitor student progress and performance
• Actively participate in GCE’s professional development program
• Collaborate with colleagues
• Embrace a non-traditional teacher role and see self as master learner who models behaviors and learning process for students
• Identify, pursue, and steward partnerships that bring curriculum to life
• Incorporate guest experts to enhance courses

Summary of Qualifications and Expectations

• BA required; graduate work in STEAM discipline preferred, particularly biology or chemistry, but wide-ranging cross-disciplinary interests are an asset
• Teaching experience in a STEAM field
• Experience working as a mentor or advisor to an adolescent within an academic setting
• Experience working in multicultural and multi-ethnic environments
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Established interest in progressive education
• Entrepreneurial energy
• Living abroad/travel experiences preferred

Time & Place

This is a full-time position following GCE’s annual and weekly calendar. Position begins no later than August 1, 2022.

Process

• Submit Cover Letter & resume?
• Introductory virtual interview
• Submit writing sample
• Onsite interview with Head of School & Faculty
• Sample Lesson
• Background checks
• Reference checks