Duties

The elementary school teacher is responsible for delivering engaging and differentiated instruction that is aligned to the curriculum and learning standards. The elementary school teacher establishes a culture for learning within the classroom, ensuring that students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. The elementary school teacher maintains regular communication with parent(s)/guardian(s) regarding the instructional program and student progress.   
 

Qualifications

• Current and valid Illinois Professional Educator License with endorsements in elementary education (Grades 1-6) or early childhood education (Birth-Grade 2).
• Ability to establish positive and supportive relationships with students.
• Exhibits high emotional intelligence and patience when faced with challenging situations.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability when unforeseen circumstances require changes to a lesson or the class schedule.  
• Dedicated to working collaboratively within a grade level team, sharing data, lesson plans, and instructional strategies with colleagues.
• Ability to analyze various forms of data and use the information to make instructional decisions.
• Knowledge of learning styles and skill in using standards-based varied teaching methods to address student learning styles.
• Strong knowledge of state learning standards and instructional best practices in literacy and mathematics.
• Able to work with a diverse student population that come from different linguistic, socioeconomic, and family backgrounds.
• Establishes clear, appropriate and open communication with parents and guardians.
• Foundational knowledge of Google Classroom applications and the ability to incorporate technology as a means of enhancing instruction.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred. 

Salary/Benefits

• Starting salary of $54,344 (Please click the link to view the current  (salary schedule).
• Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
• Qualified candidates may be granted up to twenty years of verified full-time teaching experience for credit on the salary schedule.
• We offer a mentoring program for teachers who are new to the District.
• The District offers a competitive benefits package, which includes health (Blue Cross Blue Shield), dental (Guardian), vision (VSP) and life insurance plans (2025-2026 CCSD130 Benefit Summary Guide).
• Reimbursement of up to $100 for goods and activities that promote wellness as part of the District's Employee Wellness Program.
• Employee assistance program offered to employees and their immediate family members.

Additional Notes

• Work hours: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• 180 days per year - August through May 
   

How to Apply

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.applitrack.com/district130/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?all=1

Position Website

https://www.applitrack.com/district130/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=1731&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card