Grade 4 Classroom Teacher - 2025-2026 School Year Polaris Charter Academy is an engaging EL Education (formerly Expeditionary Learning) school located on Chicago's west side. We empower students to become academically successful, lifelong learners with a strong sense of personal and civic responsibility. Serving 450 students in grades

K-8, PCA

emphasizes a broader definition of student achievement, prioritizing both academic excellence and character development equally. Founded in 2007 by three Golden Apple Award-winning teachers, Polaris Charter Academy (PCA), is committed to transforming education through experiential learning— learning by doing. PCA provides a challenging, community-focused, project-based curriculum called "expeditions" and fosters character development through a strong culture of "crew" and a core set of values known as The Points of Polaris. For more information about our mission and work, visit our website at www.pcachicago.org. Are you looking for a school that reignites your passion for teaching? A place where students are valued as individuals, not just test scores, and teachers are respected as both professionals and people? Consider Polaris Charter Academy, a school founded on the belief that character development and real-world, authentic learning experiences help children become ethical, lifelong learners who contribute to a better world. Polaris is seeking Fourth Grade Teachers who... Exhibit a growth mindset and a strong commitment to continuous improvement by learning and applying innovative, research-driven best practices Proven ability to contribute to a high-performing team, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills Collaborates effectively and actively in ways that foster a positive, supportive, and productive work environment Believes strongly that ALL children are capable of achieving at high levels and feel responsible for ensuring that growth Consistently builds strong relationships with students and families that foster both academic success and personal character development Successfully implements innovative, research-based methods for teaching literacy and mathematics, such as Heggerty, UFLI, EL Education ELA Modules, Cognitively Guided Instruction, and Illustrative Math. Proven ability to design and deliver engaging, effective lessons that enhance student learning. Dedicated to continuously improving teaching and school culture through ongoing coaching and professional development Passion for project-based learning aligned to the indicators of deeper instruction where learning is challenging, engaging, and empowering Experience in developing and implementing CCSS aligned project-based learning and vision for interdisciplinary integration Utilizes standards-based grading practices to assess student progress, providing clear and accurate feedback that reflects mastery of key learning objectives. Illinois teaching license(s) Want to join the PCA crew? PCA seeks to recruit persons of diverse backgrounds and is inclusive of people regardless of their race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, marital status, age, physical abilities, political affiliation, religious beliefs or any other non-merit fact, so that all employees feel included, equally valued and supported. To initiate the process, please visit our website or send your cover letter and resume to Francesca Peck, Principal.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$50,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person