Duties
1. Planning and Preparation – Responsible for demonstrating knowledge of content and pedagogy,
students, and resources. Design coherent instruction and select appropriate instructional
activities, and has the ability to assess students' learning.
2. Classroom Environment – Responsible for creating an environment of respect and rapport,
establishes a culture for learning, manages classroom procedures, manages student’s behavior,
and has the ability to organize physical space.
3. Instruction – Communicates clearly and accurately, uses questioning and discussion
techniques, engages students in learning, provides feedback to students, and demonstrates
flexibility and responsiveness.
4. Professional Responsibility – Reflects on teaching, must maintain accurate records,
communicates professionally, contributes to the school and district, grows and develops
professionally, and shows professionalism.
5. Knowledge of subject matter consistent with state certification requirements, knowledge of
contemporary principles and practices of teaching, knowledge of classroom and behavior
management techniques.
6. Ability to modify instruction to meet student needs, ability to cooperate with the school faculty
and administration in the development and implementation of an articulated program of
instruction, ability to work effectively with pupils, parents and guardians, staff members, and
community representatives in providing an appropriate educational program; ability to
understand the physical, intellectual, social, and emotional patterns of pupils.
7. Skill in the application of contemporary principles and practices of teaching, good oral and
written communication skills, good interpersonal skills, skill in exercising sound and professional
judgment.
Qualifications
Licensure:
? Current valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with an Elementary Self-Contained
Endorsement
Education:
? Required – Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Education or related
field.
Experience:
? Required –Two (2) years of successful teaching experience working with a diverse population.
? Preferred – Four (4) years of prior successful teaching experience working with a diverse
student population in an urban school setting.
Salary/Benefits
SALARY RANGE: $45,946 - $86,654 Salary commensurate with experience, plus comprehensive
benefits (medical, dental, life insurance)
How to Apply
Please apply for this position here.