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Job Description
Supervisor: Office Manager
Rate: $20 / Hour
Location: Chicago IL On-site
Why consider Catherine Cook School
Cook is a vibrant and inclusive learning community where curiosity connection and compassion are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to developing creative collaborative problem solvers who tackle global challenges from multiple perspectives. Our dedicated faculty and staff help students from preschool through 8th grade become empowered learners and leaders.
All Cook employees are trained and supported in incorporating wellness and belonging into their work with students and adults. Diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) and social-emotional learning (SEL) are the cornerstones upon which we build a curriculum and community. At Cook we commit to all community members being active learners from our preschool students to us as adults.
We invite you to consider how Cook will benefit from having you along with your experiences in educating and learning as a part of our community.
How will this role contribute to the growth of the Cook community
Catherine Cook School is looking for responsible individuals interested in substituting in Early Childhood (ages 3-5) Lower School (1st - 4th Grades) and Middle School (5th - 8th Grades). The ideal candidate has experience working with children is comfortable with use of technology such as the Zoom platform and has a sincere interest in being a part of a community. This position requires the willingness to work on campus with students. Supervising responsibilities include: lunch recess independent work time and providing supervision to a classroom while a teacher instructs remotely.
Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Likewise applicants who have supported diverse learners in inclusion or special education settings are highly encouraged to apply as well. All applicants must also be open to being part of a learning community and remain engaged in discussions around diversity equity and inclusion.
Qualifications
Flexible and willing to adapt to change at short notice.
Use initiative to solve problems when they arise and be willing to make decisions in the best interest of students.
Expertise in building active collaborative classroom programs that encourage problem-solving critical-thinking skills and develop a sense of classroom community and trust.
A solid understanding of elementary school organization programs and students.
A proven ability to differentiate instruction and integrate learning.
Ability to improvise lessons in emergency situations where the teacher is unable to provide lesson plans
Proficiency in using educational technology and administrative software including the Google platform (Excel Presentations Canva Google Docs etc.)
Catherine Cook School is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Employment Type
Contract
