Academy for Global Citizenship – Chicago, IL
The Academy for Global Citizenship (AGC) is a non-profit Chicago public charter school, located on the Southwest side. Our mission is to develop mindful leaders who take action now and in the future to positively impact their communities and the world beyond.
Our innovative and holistic approach aims to foster systemic change and inspire the way society educates future generations.
Job Description The Academy for Global Citizenship is seeking an educator whose expertise and passion is working with middle school teachers and adolescents. This position is ideal for a knowledgeable middle school educator who believes in a collaborative leadership approach. Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates and those with International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Middle School Culture and Curriculum Coordinator supports teachers, leads the MYP IB authorization process and oversees the development of AGC’s MYP Programme. The coordinator reports to the Upper School Principal (grades 3-8) with whom they will collaborate to lead professional development and community events to make IB learning visible. Additionally, the coordinator is responsible for providing support for the MYP team and students in school culture. They will also serve as an advisor and lead, coordinator, and teach during flextime. The successful candidate will be a proven leader with a commitment to AGC’s mission and to advancing whole child wellness and sustainability through innovative educational opportunities. This individual will be a motivating leader and an effective coach who has demonstrated breakthrough outcomes in a similar school setting. Key Responsibilities:
Community Leadership
Uphold and support the school’s commitment to environmental sustainability, global citizenship, whole child wellness, and educational innovation through ensuring comprehensive curriculum integration and cultivating a mission-aligned school culture.
In close partnership with the Executive Director and Upper School Principal, support the continuous development and effective implementation of the school’s instructional program and services leading to the academic success of all 468 students through the International Baccalaureate (IB) program and Dual Language Program.
Foster and facilitate AGC’s democratic school model by working with the Executive Director and Upper School Principal to recommend procedures for input and decision making.
Stay current with trends, research, and methodology in instructional techniques, technology, multicultural content, problem-solving and interdisciplinary connections.
Collaborate with the 6-8 team to plan mission-aligned 8th-grade trips and events, including graduation, and the 8th-grade service-learning trip.
Work with the Upper School Principal and others to manage the high school admissions and transition process. Academic Leadership
Coach 6-8 staff, identify and coordinate professional development needs and opportunities and ensure PD and programmatic alignment is maintained with the school’s overall mission and vision.
Collaborate with the Executive Director and Upper School Principal to periodically review and recommend school policies and procedure revisions, the annual school budget and calendar.
Coordinate and carry out a weekly schedule of curriculum planning meetings with 6-8 teachers and maintain clear documentation of curriculum and unit planners.
Lead the development and documentation of AGC’s Subject Group Overview and Scope and Sequence in alignment with the IB and Common Core Standards.
Collaborate with the Upper School Principal to develop and implement the MYP assessment strategy with keen attention to ATL skills development and student academic growth.
Distribute all relevant MYP publications and maintain a professional library to support MYP work.
Collaborate with the Special Education Teachers and 6-8 case manager to ensure students with disabilities’ needs are being met through the MYP.
Develop and lead the orientation and on-boarding of new teachers into the MYP; co-teach and model lessons and differentiation strategies.
Coach and co-facilitate collaborative teams to use formative assessments and data to drive instructional planning. Assist with data analysis to drive instructional planning. Facilitates intervention analysis and implementation.
Develop and extend AGC’s dual-language into middle school, including curriculum development, professional development in dual language best practices and fostering collaborative relationships with other dual language middle school programs.
As necessary, assume the role of a substitute general education teacher.
Communication Leadership
Act as the liaison between the school and the International Baccalaureate Organization.
Spearhead the MYP authorization process (and reauthorization in subsequent years); prepare and submit documentation required on an ongoing basis to ensure all MYP requirements are met.
Provide outreach to the wider MYP community through Online Curriculum Center discussion forums, e-mail and school visits.
Establish and maintain links with other MYP schools, particularly in Chicago Public Schools.
Collaborate with the PYP Coordinator to ensure a strong and cohesive tie of the IB continuum at AGC.
Plans and facilitates events, student, parent, and community meetings and information sessions that promote awareness of the IB program during and outside the instructional day. School Culture for MYP
Respond to urgent behavioral issues for MYP Students.
In collaboration with the Upper School Principal, approach school culture proactively; develop relationships and check-ins with students and families as needed.
Support the planning of workshops to educate families on school-related topics that relate to school culture.
In collaboration with the Upper School Principal, continue to develop an AGC discipline handbook/policy. ● Support teachers in setting up and implementing the following: Responsive Classroom-based environments, Mindful Practices and mindfulness, restorative justice practices.
Coordinate mental health services for MYP students.
Facilitate the involvement of students in school decision-making and assist with Student Council.
Mediate conflicts among students, families, and teachers, and lead restorative justice circles as needed.
Support social-emotional curriculum and provide staff development and support in bringing curriculum alive.
Participate in hiring processes.
Be ready to sub or take on duties when there is an emergency situation.
Develop a relationship with ACC and collaborate on items that relate to school culture.
Teaching in the MYP
Advisory
Act as the primary point person/contact for the student and family during the year.
Co-lead (with student) parent conferences.
Be a central contact for the subject teachers and Upper School Principal for support around academic and social/emotional struggles.
Flextime
Plan and support team in implementing flextime to MYP students
Teach/Lead a flextime group through electives or structured study hall
Additional Courses
Plan and teach one of the following courses: Visual Arts ■ Performing Arts ■ Design
We are looking for staff who…
Have a big heart to match a big brain
Are bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred)
Want their work to define best practices
Respect and thrive in a dynamic, changing, and growing environment
Know extraordinary things can happen when people work hard together
Are excited to participate in a laboratory for innovation in education
Dream about what’s possible for reimagining the future of learning
Believe in bilingualism and biliteracy for all
Working at AGC means...
Being surrounded by thoughtful, inquisitive students and hard-working, like-minded colleagues
Thinking outside of the box to do what is best for our students
Being held to high standards for continuous personal and school improvement, and being given the time and support to do so - AGC teachers receive twice as many professional development hours as their peers
Having high academic expectations for every student in the school everyday
Getting your hands dirty in our school garden and facilitating outdoor learning
Enjoying 100% organic, scratch made meals prepared by our on-site chef
Working in an environmentally sustainable and health conscious school culture
Being part of our Dual Language school
Required Skills and Experience:
5+ years (ideal) experience as an educator
Bilingual and biliterate (English/Spanish) - preferred
Familiarity with IB (MYP)
Familiarity with inquiry-based teaching
Believer in culturally relevant teaching
Strong leadership, communication skills and personal drive
Ability to maintain a safe, orderly environment
Proven ability to play a lead role in their craft
Experience with MTSS process and accommodating students with IEPs in the classroom Education Requirements: ● Bachelor Degree in Education
Middle School Endorsement
Master’s Degree in education or related fields (ideal)
State of Illinois Teaching Certificate in relevant area
Endorsement or extensive experience in ELL instruction (ideal)
Compensation: A competitive salary based on experience and level of education and a full range of benefits are provided. Perks include free organic breakfast and lunch, a wellness fund, innovation fund, and twice as many professional development days as a traditional school.
Application: Please submit a résumé and cover letter addressing your alignment with the mission of the Academy for Global Citizenship to hiring@agcchicago.org. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, or disability. Job Type: Full-time Salary: $75k - $80k /year