TEACHER (K-5)

Qualifications

An appropriate, valid, Illinois State Teaching Credential to teach grades K-8 in a self-contained classroom. Grade 5 through 8 teachers must hold an endorsement in their assigned subject(s).

Responsibilities

• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided by the Association.
• Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.
• Involves students in establishing and maintaining acceptable standards of classroom behavior.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Strive to implement by instruction and action the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Evaluate student progress on a regular basis.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Aid in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board Policy.
• Make provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings.
• Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Aid in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both the broad academic and the behavioral progress of all assigned students.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relations with others.
• Participate in an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced course work as institutions of higher learning.
• Organize and supervise approved field trips to enhance classroom learning.
• Use effective presentation skills when employing direct instruction, including appropriate vocabulary, grammar, and examples, clear & legible visuals, and articulate & audible speech.
• Use excellent written & oral English skills when communicating with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Serve as a role model for students, dressing & grooming professionally, demonstrating the importance & relevance of learning, accepting responsibility, & demonstrating pride in the honorable profession of teaching.
• Assist with the preparation, monitoring, and following of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for selected students assigned to the class.

Benefits

Pension System: TRS

Pay

Salary range: $49,144 - $58,966. Commensurate with experience and credentials.

Schedule

N/A