Employment Opportunities
Science & Arts Academy (SAA) is an independent, non-denominational, co-educational, not-for-profit day school for students from junior kindergarten through eighth grade located in the Chicago suburb of Des Plaines, IL.
Science & Arts Academy educates gifted children in an academically differentiated and enriched environment while recognizing the unique development of each child. Our supportive community encourages students to embrace their potential and cultivates their academic abilities, creative talents, and emotional growth.
SAA seeks to hire highly qualified individuals who positively contribute to a school environment, honor excellence in teaching and learning, and respect differences in individuals. SAA takes the child where he or she is and provides academic challenges appropriate to the student’s ability while recognizing and supporting the unique social/emotional needs of gifted children.
SAA values the representation and full engagement of individuals within our community and is committed to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. SAA embraces and celebrates the diversity of our school and works to create and sustain a diverse, inclusive, equitable, and just community that is safe and welcoming for all. SAA recognizes that to do so requires commitment, reflection, deliberate planning and action, and ongoing accountability.
SAA is an equal opportunity employer and continually accepts general inquiries for open positions. Email your resume with a cover letter to employment@scienceandartsacademy.org.
Teacher & Staff Positions
SAA seeks to hire teachers and staff who will contribute to a school environment that provides academic and creative challenges, honors excellence in teaching and learning, and respects differences in individuals.
View our current openings on the ISACS website »
Substitute Teachers
Science & Arts Academy is seeking qualified substitute teachers with an interest in learning more about gifted education or experience in a gifted program to be available during the school year as needed.
Duties include:
- Accomplishing curriculum objectives and goals outlined in the lesson plans and creating a cohesive and consistent learning experience for students
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Managing the classroom environment and informing the students’ permanent teacher of their success
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Manage the classroom effectively to encourage student participation, minimize distractions, and maintain a positive learning environment
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Substitutes may supervise students in and out of the classroom, including in the halls, on the playground, and in the cafeteria
Requirements:
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably in education or a related field
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An interest in working with gifted students or experience in a gifted program
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Prior substitute teaching experience is a plus
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Teaching credentials are a major plus
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A completed background check
Science & Arts Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, ethnicity, sexual identity, age, religion or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
