Secondary School IB DP/MYP Math Teacher

The Lycée Français de Chicago is looking for an experienced IB MYP / DP Math Teacher to teach at the middle school and high school levels for the 2024-2025 school year.  The IB DP/MYP  Math Teacher has a strong knowledge of their field of study and shares their enthusiasm with students. They challenge and inspire students to help them deepen their knowledge and understanding.

Responsibilities:

• Planning, preparing and presenting lessons in math that cater to the needs of the whole ability range within their class;
• Motivating students with enthusiastic, imaginative presentation;
• Maintaining discipline;
• Helping each student to reach his/her/their full potential in the subject taught
• Providing individual and small-group instruction that accommodates the needs of students of varying intellectual and artistic abilities;
• Preparing and evaluating work to facilitate positive student development;
• Meeting requirements for the assessment and recording of students' development;
• Communicating with parents and providing them with feedback on a student's progress during parents’ meetings;
• Working with others to plan and coordinate work, working flexibly and close curriculum collaboration with colleagues;
• Organizing and taking part in school events, outings, and activities which may take place during weekends or in the evening;
• Striving to maintain and improve professional competence;
• Attending administrative meetings as needed;
• Other related duties as needed.

Requirements:

• The ideal candidate is a flexible, organized, and independent team player who is adept at multitasking.
• Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferred Mathematics, Education or related field. 
• IB DP/MYP experience required. 
• At least two years of experience teaching in an independent school at the high school level is preferred. 
• Appreciation of and sensitivity to cultural differences. Cross-cultural interests and/or experience in cross-cultural environments preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Demonstrated resourcefulness in solving problems, strong organizational and time management skills, and keen attention to detail, strong work ethic, and flexibility.

Additional Information

• This is an exempt, full-time position with benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 403b with 4% match after 2 years, 70% tuition remission for any children enrolled at the Lycée Français de Chicago, 10% tuition remission for any children enrolled at LFC*daycare and a generous paid time-off policy.
• This position will be open beginning next school year with a start date of August 2024.
• All employees must pass background and medical checks.
• This position requires onsite presence at the Lycée campus.

How to Apply

• Please visit the LFC’s Employment Opportunities website and submit a cover letter and resume. No phone inquiries, please.
• Lycée Français de Chicago is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates of any gender, race, class, sexual orientation, faith, disability, or age are encouraged to apply. All candidates will be evaluated on a merit basis.
• For more information about the Lycée please go to www.lyceechicago.org