Duties

• Lesson Planning & Curriculum Implementation: Prepare detailed unit and lesson plans that implement the State of Illinois Learning Standards and Common Core Standards. Lesson and unit plans must be submitted electronically and maintained in a current, accessible manner for substitutes.
• Instruction & Classroom Management: Responsible for classroom management, establishing clear standards of conduct, and maintaining a respectful learning environment. Manage transitions, routines, and physical space effectively to minimize lost instructional time.
• Collaborative Learning Communities: Participate actively in Professional Learning Communities, collaborating with colleagues to enhance instruction and student achievement.
• Parent & Family Communication: Communicate regularly and positively with families. Provide regular student progress updates through TeacherEase. Report individual matters involving student welfare, and notify parents/guardians when a student is in danger of earning a 'D' or 'F' grade.
• Professionalism & Conduct: Adhere to the professional expectations of Leland CUSD #1. This includes dressing professionally when students are present, following the established chain of command, and actively supervising students to ensure they are never left unattended.

Qualifications

• Professional Educator License (PEL) endorsed in Early Childhood Education (Self-Contained General Education age 0-9).
• Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) approval or Special Education endorsement is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of early childhood development, positive behavioral interventions, and co-teaching strategies.
• Proficiency in electronic record-keeping and parent communications
• Highest standards of ethical and professional conduct as outlined by the Illinois Educator Code of Ethics.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team including school psychologists, speech-language pathologists, and administrators.

Salary/Benefits

Additional Notes

This is to fill a temporary leave of absence. The end date is currently unknown. 

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and proof of Illinois licensure. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Please submit all application materials to:
Mr. Chris Bickel, Principal
Leland Community Unit School District #1
Address: 200 N. Locust POB 552, Leland, IL 60531
Phone: 815-495-3231 ex 100
Email: cbickel@leland1.org

Email Address

cbickel@leland1.org

School District

Leland School

Position Website

https://www.leland1.org/

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Email for More Information

cbickel@leland1.org