Duties

1. Develops and administers English education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
2. Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
3. Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
4. Teaches knowledge and skills in English grammar and syntax, sentence and paragraph structure, composition, vocabulary and proper word usage, word denotations and connotations, creative writing, independent thinking, communication and speaking.
5. Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions on a variety of reading materials, including the mass media, and a wide range of literature.
6. Works with students and others to prepare materials for inclusion in literary publications, contests, etc.
7. Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs.
8. Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
9. Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
10. Encourages parental involvement in students education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
11. Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
12. Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
13. Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

Qualifications

1. Illinois Professional Educator’s License with endorsements in English or English Language Arts.
2. Master’s Degree in English preferred.
3. Successful prior experience teaching in English at a high school level is a plus.

Salary/Benefits

Per Faculty Senate collective bargaining agreement, initial placement on the salary schedule between BA and MA+60 depending on the educational level, and Step 1 and 5 depending on experience.
Includes full benefits package: medical, dental, and life insurance. 
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Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/1983

School District

https://www.oprfhs.org

Position Website

https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/1983/opening/155894

City Website

https://www.oak-park.us/Home

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Application Deadline

3/25/2026