Dual Language Elementary Teacher - Grade 2 at Hawthorn School District 73

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Demonstrate accurate, up-to-date knowledge of content and Illinois State Standards 
2. Demonstrate a clear understanding of the Dual Language Philosophy, teaching strategies, and goals
3. Implement the assigned program of study
4. Foster a classroom climate conducive to learning
5. Utilize instructional management systems that increase student learning and maximize time of task
6. Monitor student progress towards achieving instructional objectives and goals
7. Communicate effectively within the educational community and with parents on a regular basis
8. Meet professional responsibilities
9. Maintain and upgrade professional skills
10. Maintain professional work habits
11. Promote and maintain positive pupil-teacher-parent relationships

• Letters of application
• Recommendations and/or references
• Ability to work as a team member and previous experience with elementary age children is preferred
• Applicants must hold, or be eligible for, a valid Illinois Elementary Teaching Certificate
• Applicants must be able to demonstrate Highly Qualified status per No Child Left Behind (NCLB)
• Past experience teaching the specific class will be considered first.  If no previous teaching experience in the specific class, recent coursework or student teaching in the subject will be considered.
• The ability to speak Spanish is required

Evaluation:   As per current collective bargaining agreement

Salary:  As per current teacher salary schedule

Benefits: Licensed staff benefits summary

Application Procedure:  Online application process