Duties
ENGLISH TEACHER - Herscher High School
Position Title: (9-12) Classroom Teacher
Qualifications: Valid IL Teaching License appropriate for assigned grade level and/or subject area
Reports to: Building Principal
SUMMARY
To provide instruction that focuses on the social, emotional, intellectual and physical development of students. Supervises students under direct or indirect control.
DUTIES
- Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
- Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students.
- Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
- Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor.
- Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and - in harmony with the goals - establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, etc. and communicates these objectives to students.
- Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
- Strives to implement by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education, instructional goals and objectives.
- Adheres to the published policies and procedures of the district.
- Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
- Works cooperatively with other schools personnel in the identification, diagnosis and remediation of individual students with specialized needs.
- Communicates with parents regarding student progress as needed.
- Makes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
- Maintains accurate complete and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
- Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
- Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
- Makes reasonable provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes.
- Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as provided by contract.
Qualifications
Illinois Teaching License with proper endorsements. License will need to be registered with the I-KAN Regional Office of Education.
Salary/Benefits
In accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement which can be viewed on our district website www.hcusd2.org under Community Info Page. Regionally competitive.
Additional Notes
Numerous coaching/sponsorship opportunities exist district-wide!
Herscher High School is part of Herscher CUSD #2, a PreK-12 public school district located in North Central Illinois, approximately 60 miles south of Chicago. We are seeking a motivated and dynamic individual with a love of learning and a desire to positively impact the lives of our students.
* We are currently doing a combination of in-person and e-learning for our students.
How to Apply
Apply online to be a Herscher TIGER! https://hcusd2.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=76
For more information about this position, you may contact Brad Elliot, Herscher High School Principal at 815-426-2103 or via email at elliotb@hcusd2.org. GO TIGERS!
Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page
https://hcusd2.tedk12.com/hire/Index.aspx