6th Bilingual Teacher Langauge Arts(Spanish)

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Instructional planning, including providing lesson plans and preparation for each assigned student in accordance with instructional program objectives, CPS policies, Illinois Learning Standards, and state and federal law.
• Administering tests and language assessments to evaluate students’ language ability.
• Assessing students’ progress, expectations, and goals in the bilingual program; developing and delivering lesson plans that utilize appropriate instructional techniques to enable limited English proficient students to overcome barriers to equal participation.
• Establishing positive learning expectation standards; evaluating progress and maintaining accurate records of students’ achievements.
• Implementing instructional methods, applying contemporary principles of learning theory and teaching methodology; using available instructional materials; participating in development and implementation of new teaching techniques; providing bulletin board and interest areas reflective of students’ current work.
• Exhibiting and applying knowledge of curriculum content related to subject areas and instructional level.
• Participating in programs to improve student attendance.
• Promoting anti‑vandalism programs in schools.
• Establishing and maintaining responsible rules of conduct within the classroom and on school grounds (playgrounds, corridors, lunchrooms) consistent with CPS Uniform Discipline Code.
• Maintaining accurate attendance records and seating charts; encouraging student growth in self‑discipline and positive self‑concept.
• Ensuring fairness in teacher‑student relationships; exhibiting understanding and respect for students.
• Initiating appropriate conferences with parents, guardians, administrators, and/or ancillary personnel per school procedures.
• Communicating with parents or guardians and counseling students on academic progress, attendance, and conduct.
• Participating in in‑service meetings and professional staff meetings; using pertinent information and materials provided.
• May coordinate and attend class field trips.
• May work in extra‑curricular and after‑school activities.
• Utilizing appropriate resources available in the community.

Requirements

Education and Experience: 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.

Licensure Requirements: Must possess the appropriate Illinois State Board of Education issued educator license with a bilingual endorsement in the grade level being taught.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills

• Knowledge of subject matter consistent with state certification requirements.
• Knowledge of contemporary principles and practices of teaching.
• Knowledge of classroom and behavior management techniques, including:
  • Ability to modify instruction to meet student needs.
  • Ability to cooperate with school faculty and administration in the development and implementation of an articulated program of instruction.
  • Ability to work effectively with students, parents, 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.

Physical Requirements

Light Work: Exerting up to twenty (20) pounds of force occasionally, or up to ten (10) pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands include the ability to stoop occasionally, reach frequently, handle objects occasionally, talk and hear constantly, frequent use of near visual acuity, and occasional use of far visual acuity.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice – CPS provides comprehensive health coverage; medical plan options, pharmacy, dental, vision, behavioral health & EAP, employee wellness program.
• Financial Security: 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: Paid leave, sick leave, vacation days, parental leaves, short‑term disability, religious holidays leaves.

Pay

Salary Range: $64,469.94 to $82,839.39

Location: North/Northwest Side-3244 West Ainslie Street (William G Hibbard School)

Posting Date: Sep 15, 2026, 12:03:21 PM