Bilingual Education Teacher (ELA/ALE)

Under the supervision of the school principal, responsible for instruction, specialized services and support to students for the purposes of developing the students’ ability to effectively perform courses of study in the English language, discipline of all students in assigned classes, and performs related duties as required.

What You Will Do

Responsible for instructional planning, administering tests and language assessments, assessing students’ progress, developing and delivering lesson plans, and maintaining accurate records of students’ achievements.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Must possess the appropriate Illinois State Board of Education issued educator license with a bilingual endorsement in the grade level being taught, and have knowledge of subject matter consistent with state certification requirements, and contemporary principles and practices of teaching.

Requirements

• Successful completion of all student teaching requirements as well as all course work required to obtain the appropriate teaching license(s) issued by the Illinois State Board of Education
• Appropriate Illinois State Board of Education issued educator license with a bilingual endorsement in the grade level being taught
• Knowledge of subject matter consistent with state certification requirements
• Knowledge of contemporary principles and practices of teaching
• Ability to modify instruction to meet student needs
• Ability to cooperate with the school faculty and administration in the development and implementation of an articulated program of instruction
• Ability to work effectively with students, parents, and guardians, staff members, and community representatives in providing an appropriate educational program
• Ability to understand the physical, intellectual, social, and emotional patterns of students
• Skill in the application of contemporary principles and practices of teaching
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Skill in exercising sound and professional judgment

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
• Medical Plan Options
• Pharmacy
• Dental
• Vision
• Behavioral Health & EAP
• Employee Wellness Program
• Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
• Basic Life Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Pension Plans
• Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Spot Pet Insurance
• Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life
• Paid Leave
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Days
• Parental Leaves
• Short-Term Disability
• Religious Holidays
• Leaves