Employment at AHSH
Alcott High School is currently accepting applications from those who believe in the AHSH mission:
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Alcott High School for the Humanities (AHSH) is to meet the demand for expanded options for 9th through 12th grade students by providing a dynamic small school focused on closely monitored progress and a rigorous curriculum based in the Humanities practices of disciplinary expertise, strong knowledge, inquiry and communication. Emphasizing solid mentoring towards college and postsecondary success, AHSH will nurture a student body capable of critical thinking, active citizenship and private contemplation.
If you believe you can help move Alcott High School for the Humanities forward in its mission, then you should consider applying today!
Current Career Openings:
Substitutes
Coaches
SUBSTITUTES
Qualified and dedicated substitutes are always appreciated at Alcott High School for the Humanities. A pool of substitute applicants will be formed for the purpose of being ready for the unexpected. If you have a substitute certificate (Type 39), have registered with Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and are willing to substitute for Alcott High School for the Humanities on short notice, apply today. Simply follow the same instructions for applying, but make certain to indicate in your cover letter your desire to substitute on occasion.
Requirements:
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Fully understand English and another language (preferably Spanish or
Fully understand English and another language (preferably Spanish or Chinese)•Ability to carry on the content teacher’s plans during an absence
Ability to carry on the content teacher’s plans during an absence•Strong (yet positive) classroom discipline background
Strong (yet positive) classroom discipline background•Type 39 (Substitute Certificate)
Type 39 (Substitute Certificate) •Bachelor degree required, masters degree preferred
Bachelor degree required, masters degree preferred•Individuals of diverse ethnic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Individuals of diverse ethnic backgrounds are encouraged to apply. COACHES
Alcott High School for the Humanities is currently fielding applications for potential coaching positions. At Alcott HS, the inaugural freshman class will decide exactly sports will be offered based on collective interest, but now is a great time to share your coaching talents and interest with us. Simply follow the same instructions for applying, but make certain to indicate your cover letter your desire to coach a particular sport. Individuals of diverse ethnic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Alcott High School for the Humanities
You may find more details about Alcott High School for the Humanities and its humanities-based approach at www.alcotths.org. Alcott High School for the Humanities has attracted a diverse student body and our desire is to do the same with the faculty and support staff; thus, individuals of diverse ethnic backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Interested in making that difference in students’ lives?
Submit the following documents via one of the ways listed below:
•Cover letter expressing interest in the aforementioned position
Cover letter expressing interest in the aforementioned position•Updated resume with contact information AND current certification(s)
Updated resume with contact information AND current certification(s)•Contact information for at least three references
Contact information for at least three references •Letters of recommendation (if any at this time)
Letters of recommendation (if any at this time)Send it:
Employment Opportunities
Alcott High School for the Humanities
2957 N. Hoyne Avenue
Chicago, IL 60618
Fax it:
773.534.5971
Email it:
brzehr@cps.edu
Please do not call the school to check on the status of the search. If an applicant meets the specific needs of the AHSH search team, contact will be make with that person.
Alcott High School for the Humanities | 2957 N. Hoyne Avenue Chicago, IL 60618 | 773.534.5970
Alcott HS is part of the only pre-K thru grade 12 school in the City of Chicago. Visit Alcott Elementary to learn more about our comprehensive educational program.
Alcott High School for the Humanities
