Duties
INTERMEDIATE (3RD-5TH GRADE) TEACHER
Are you seeking a teaching position in a district that celebrates diversity and inclusivity? Would you relish the chance to inspire a phenomenal group of 3rd-5th grade students in one of our elementary schools? If so, consider applying for one of our 3rd-5th grade teacher positions at either Barack Obama or Jesse White Learning Academies. Your unique perspective and experience could be just what we're looking for!
To be a successful teacher in Hazel Crest SD 152.5, you will create a flexible class environment favorable to learning and personal growth, establish effective rapport with students, and motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade education according to each student's ability and establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.
Each one of the elementary schools in Hazel Crest School District 152.5 has approximately 450 students. At the 3rd-5th grade level, you would be working on a team with one other 3rd-5th grade teacher ready to work with you to provide fantastic learning experiences for our students!
Performance responsibilities:
- As needed, create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the student's maturity and interests.
- Implement CHAMPS classroom management/behavior systems and procedures and maintain order in a fair and consistent manner.
- Prepare for students assigned, provide adaptations as necessary, and show written evidence of preparation upon request.
- Strive to implement instruction and action the District's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
- Assess students' accomplishments regularly and provide necessary communication with parents as needed.
- Work cooperatively and collaboratively with other school personnel to identify, diagnose, and remediate individual students with special needs.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation; assist administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
- Strive to maintain and improve professional competence by attending conferences, workshops, and/or coursework.
- Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees; demonstrate employee responsibilities in completing duties accurately and promptly.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the building principal.
- Work collaboratively in the classroom with supportive service personnel when applicable and implement the current curriculum provided by the school district.
Qualifications
To be qualified for the position, you will need:
- A Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Education and either have prior teaching experience in Grades 3rd-5th in the last two years or have taken coursework, seminars, or workshops relevant to Grades 3rd-5th education.
- A valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with an Elementary Education (Self-Contained General Education) – Kindergarten through Grade 9 endorsement.will provide effective learning strategies for students to reach their maximum learning potential.
- You will be directly responsible to the building principal for all matters about the operation of the school plan, in-building administrative and personnel procedures, and general or district-wide policies.
- You will work closely with the Director of Teaching and Learning for all matters about curriculum, instructional methods, and materials.
Salary/Benefits
Starting salary $49,000 + $4000 signing bonus up successful hire.
Requirement: Illinois Professional Educator License 1st-6th Grade or K-9 Certification.