Position Type:
Dual Language Teacher Kindergarten - Spanish Location: Kenneth Murphy Elementary School Date Available: 2026- 2027 School Year QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Licensure: Valid Illinois Professional Educator License and Educator License w/ Stipulations-Transitional Bilingual Educator Elementary Education (K-9) or; Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Education or related field. High level of proficiency (speaking, reading, writing) in Spanish and English Experience: Teaching in a bilingual/ESL classroom Student teaching experience in an elementary and/or bilingual classroom(s) Knowledge and experience in effective curriculum writing as well as second language acquisition preferred but not required KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Candidate will teach in English in a two-way immersion classroom. Responsible for planning, teaching, and assessing all curricular areas as outlined by the Board of Education Have a deep understanding of second language acquisition Use best practice for first and second language learners Be able to adapt the curriculum and language level for individual students' needs Further the goal of cultural awareness through extracurricular family activities Identify student needs and work cooperatively with other professional staff to solve learning, behavioral, and/or health problems Maintain organized records and prepare reports of student progress in both languages Maintain high standards of classroom behavior and cultural and linguistic sensitivity Administer the ACCESS for ELLs, MAP, and other mandated state and local assessments, depending on the grade level Effectively communicate with parents in both English and Spanish through conferences and other methods Collaborate with grade level team and work with a district-wide dual language team to develop curriculum and further the goals of the dual language program Participate in curriculum development projects, materials selection, and committee work. Increase professional competence by participating in district in-service, seeking out other professional growth opportunities, and following the district's policies for continued university study Other duties as assigned TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time teaching position, works a 180-day calendar SALARY RANGE: Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement
