Duties

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Assume a share of supervisory duties expected of all school faculty members.
  Plan and deliver standards-aligned lessons emphasizing inquiry, primary sources, collaboration, and critical thinking.
• Develop engaging units in geography, civics, early U.S. history, and world cultures that support student curiosity and exploration.
• Regularly analyze student learning data and adjust instruction to meet individual needs.
• Utilize varied instructional methods, materials, and technological tools to support diverse learners.
• Collaborate with team members on curriculum design, assessment practices, and school-wide initiatives.
• Integrate educational technology into lesson plans in compliance with district expectations.
• Provide periodic updates to parents/guardians through written communication and conferences.
• Maintain regular and prompt attendance and accurate grade records in Teacherease.
• Keep students, families, and administration informed of student progress or concerns.
• Create a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment for all students and hold students accountable for conduct.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Participate in ongoing professional development as a licensed educator.
• Other duties as assigned by the school administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Education with appropriate Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) and Social Science or Middle Grades Social Studies endorsement.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong, supportive relationships with middle school learners.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple instructional and supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong classroom management skills and willingness to model professionalism in all interactions.
• Knowledge of Illinois Social Studies Standards and developmentally appropriate instructional practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to a team-oriented environment.
• Experience using instructional technology, digital resources, and student-centered teaching strategies.

Salary/Benefits

Base salary is dictated by the Galena Federation of Teachers Collective Bargaining Agreement. 

The district has a strong preference for candidates with experience leading or willingness to coach/sponsor extracurricular duties after the regular school day for additional stipend(s) included in the collective bargaining agreement above.

Additional Notes

Due to a teacher retirement, the Galena School District seeks a dynamic and student-centered teacher for 7th and 8th grade social studies. The successful candidate will design and deliver engaging lessons in U.S. history, civics, geography, and world cultures while supporting students’ intellectual, emotional, and social growth. The teacher will work collaboratively with the middle school team to promote inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and strong academic habits.

This role reports to the Principal and will work closely with grade-level colleagues, intervention staff, and administration. The teacher will contribute to a positive school climate and support the mission, vision, and core values of Galena Elementary & Middle School.

How to Apply

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit the following materials to Anne Heim at anneheim@gusd120.k12.il.us:

• Employment application 
• A cover letter outlining philosophy and experiences related to middle school social studies instruction.
• A current résumé
• Three letters of recommendation

District employment application found at: https://www.gusd120.k12.il.us/page/employment

Interviews are targeted for early February.

Questions regarding this position may be directed to Ben Soat, Galena Elementary & Middle School Principal at Soatb@gusd120.k12.il.us or (815) 777-2413.

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.gusd120.k12.il.us/page/employment

Email Address

anneheim@gusd120.org

School District

https://www.gusd120.k12.il.us

Position Website

https://www.gusd120.k12.il.us/documents/employment-opportunities/applications/388291

City Website

https://www.cityofgalena.org/

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card