Duties
SUMMARY
This position provides instruction to students and performs a wide variety of tasks with curriculum planning, supervision, presenting and reinforcing learning concepts, and teaching children in a classroom setting.
DUTIES
- Teaches District approved curriculum.
- Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated, including remote instruction.
- Plans a program of study, employing a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, that 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.
- Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules and enforces policies and rules governing students.
- Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
- Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects to communicate these objectives to students.
- Provides guidance and leadership for paraprofessionals assigned in their classroom.
- Assists in diagnosing the learning disabilities of students, with the assistance of district specialists.
- Evaluates academic and social growth of students, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
- Communicates on a regular basis with students and parents regarding progress in class.
- Communicates positive achievements on a regular basis with all stakeholders.
- Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
- Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students, parents, and families.
- Remains available to students and parents, for education and relationship building-related purposes, for events outside the instructional day including but not limited to: orientations, open houses, concerts, and promotion activities, where their participation is necessary for the success of the event. This will not exceed three (3) events per school year.
- Maintain professional and courteous working relationships with all stakeholders - fellow employees, students, parents, and community members.
- Communicate in a professional, acceptable, and courteous manner with all stakeholders - fellow employees, students, parents, and community members.
- Performs all other duties reasonably related to position as may be assigned by administration.
Qualifications
- Hold an IL Professional Educator License (PEL) for the particular position as required by the State.
- Must be familiar with the use of Google Suite and other online platforms.
- Must have excellent oral and written communication skills to work with students, teachers, education support personnel, building administrators, parents and the general public.
- Ability to maintain professional and courteous working relationships with all stakeholders - fellow employees, students, parents, and community members.
- Ability to communicate in a professional, acceptable, and courteous manner with all stakeholders - fellow employees, students, parents, and community members.
- Enforce school regulations and policies in a professional manner.
Working hours will be 7:40 a.m. to 3:20 p.m. The schedule is subject to change with district demands in compliance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Salary/Benefits
See 2027-2028 Salary Schedule and Benefits information.
Additional Notes
Ridgeview CUSD #19 is seeking an innovative, energetic, and student-centered STEAM Teacher to lead hands-on, interdisciplinary learning across Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics.
In alignment with Ridgeview's mission to prepare students for an ever-changing society, the STEAM Teacher will facilitate design-thinking experiences that spark curiosity, foster critical thinking, and build collaboration. This role involves delivering developmentally appropriate activities using project-based learning (PBL) methods to seamlessly integrate science, engineering concepts, technology, and artistic design into daily instruction.
The ideal candidate views teaching as a leadership role, embraces a collaborative mindset, and is committed to guiding every student toward continuous academic and personal growth.
Ridgeview Community Unit School District #19 is a rural school in Colfax, Il. Although we may be small, we are proud of our extensive resources on-hand to support our students in the areas of literacy, technology, mental health and our recent developments in STEAM and co-teaching. We have an extremely supportive board of education, administrative team, and staff who are willing to do what it takes for our students and our community. Please check out this video and our website at http://www.ridgeview19.org for a glimpse of what it looks like to be a Mustang.
How to Apply
Submit your application through IASA Illinois Education Job Bank, including:
- A cover letter detailing your STEAM education philosophy and experience.
- Your current resume
- Unofficial transcripts
- Copy of Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or ISBE license details.
- Contact information for 3 professional references
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