5th Grade Math/Science Teacher 2026-2027 School Year

Under the direction of the Building Principal/Director of Special Services/Director of Curriculum, the teacher will plan and provide appropriate learning experiences for students.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field
• Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate endorsement(s)
• Understanding and experience with curriculum design, planning, and instruction
• Strong communication skills (written and oral)

Responsibilities

• Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings
• Monitors and evaluates student outcomes
• Develops, selects, and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students
• Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities
• Plans, organizes, and provides instruction based on Common Core State Standards
• Administers informal and formal assessments
• Incorporates district initiatives within instruction (adopted programs/policies)
• Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessments, diagnosis, and research related to learning
• Demonstrates knowledge of educational research, trends, and best practices
• Provides written feedback to students
• Maintains accurate, efficient, and effective records for instructional and non-instructional purposes
• Manages classroom organization
• Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff, and community
• Works cooperatively with administration and staff to schedule meetings
• Participates in district-wide and building committees related to educational and employment matters
• Performs other duties as assigned

Teaching Framework Responsibilities

• Plans and demonstrates practices reflecting knowledge of content, prerequisite relationships, and instructional practices specific to the discipline
• Seeks knowledge of students' backgrounds, cultures, skills, language proficiency, interests, and special needs
• Develops instructional outcomes of appropriate rigor, suitable for students, combining activities and goals with viable assessment methods aligned to Common Core Standards
• Utilizes available school or district resources to enhance knowledge, teaching, or student support
• Coordinates knowledge of content, students, and resources to design learning experiences aligned with instructional outcomes, Common Core Standards, and student needs
• Creates lessons with clear structure, engaging students in learning
• Aligns student assessment with instructional outcomes, Common Core Standards, and clear criteria, using results to plan future instruction
• Interacts with students in a friendly, caring, and respectful manner
• Develops a classroom culture committed to learning by both teacher and students, ensuring consistent student engagement
• Manages instructional groups, materials, and supplies effectively, maintaining established classroom routines
• Monitors student behavior and responds to misbehavior consistently, appropriately, and respectfully
• Ensures a safe classroom environment accessible to all students, with an appropriate physical arrangement for learning activities and effective use of resources, including technology
• Clearly communicates the instructional purpose, directions, and procedures of lessons
• Provides clear, accurate explanations of content, connecting to students' knowledge and experience
• Uses clear, correct spoken and written language with vocabulary appropriate to students' ages and interests
• Asks high-quality questions related to lesson objectives, encouraging thoughtful responses and engaging all students in discussion
• Creates lessons aligned with instructional outcomes and Common Core Standards, facilitating student knowledge construction with a clear structure and appropriate pacing
• Uses assessments to support instruction through frequent progress monitoring, providing regular and accurate feedback to students
• Ensures students are aware of assessment criteria and uses questions, prompts, and assessments to diagnose learning
• Modifies lessons as needed, responding to student questions and interests, and seeks approaches for students who have difficulty learning
• Reflects on lessons accurately and objectively, suggesting improvements
• Communicates frequently with families, engaging them in the instructional program, and conveys information about individual students in a culturally appropriate manner
• Participates in the professional community, school and district events, and projects, maintaining positive relationships with colleagues, administrators, and parents
• Engages in professional development based on individual needs, actively sharing information with others and acting on feedback from supervisors and colleagues
• Displays high ethical standards and professionalism in dealings with students, colleagues, administrators, and parents, complying with school and district regulations
• Supervises students or assists with supervision in both teaching and non-teaching situations

Mental Demands

• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with parents, colleagues, administration, and all other members of the educational community
• Ability to instruct students effectively and capably
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
• Ability to use web-based programs, email, and technology (laptop, Smartboard, etc.) effectively

Working Conditions

• Indoor classrooms/school, exposure to: student noise, lawn mowing, music, odors of food, mowed grass, and possible communicable diseases
• Outdoor schoolyard and grounds, field trips; exposure to: temperatures (hot, warm, cool, cold), and mowed grass
• Regular and consistent work attendance

Pay and Benefits

Salary and benefits aligned with the ZEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. More information.