(1.0 FTE) Kindergarten Dual Language Teacher

ROE; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Dual Language Program Teacher to inspire students in a bilingual environment. This role is pivotal in ensuring students develop critical thinking and communication skills in both Spanish and English while appreciating cultural diversity. The teacher will plan engaging lessons, collaborate with staff to meet diverse learner needs, and serve as a bilingual liaison, fostering positive relationships between students, families, and the school community. Join a dedicated team committed to educational excellence and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Retirement Pension Service (TRS) Credit

Paid sick leave

Personal leave

Bereavement leave

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Illinois teaching license with bilingual endorsement.
• Fluency in both Spanish and English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide core instruction in both Spanish and English for designated subjects.
• Collaborate with staff to support diverse learners and implement effective bilingual interventions.

Skills

Fluent in Spanish

Fluent in English

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Cultural diversity appreciation

Instructional technology incorporation

Education

Valid Illinois teaching license

Spanish bilingual approval/endorsement

Job description

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching
• Date Posted:
  4/9/2025
• Location:
  Oak Terrace School
• Date Available:
  08/18/2025
• Closing Date:
  Until Filled
• District:
  North Shore School District 112

Description: Dual Language Program Teacher plans and implement lessons in accordance with the District Standards, English Language Proficiency Standards, North Shore School District Dual Language Program curriculum allocation model. Implement and utilize student assessment data to guide instructional decisions. Collaborate with all staff to meet the needs of diverse learners. Serve as a second language consultant to school staff by maintaining a high knowledge base of the latest research, laws, and most effective practices in the field. Participate in school improvement initiatives. Inform parents and students of academic and behavioral progress, concerns, and long-range expectations related to second language acquisition. Serve as bilingual liaison between English Language Learners, his/her family and the school, especially with respect to cultural and language differences, and providing cross cultural information to all parties that foster positive relationships.

Job Summary: The teacher in the Dual Language Program ensures each student will think critically, communicate efficiently using the four language domains in Spanish and English, understand cultural heritage and diversity.

Essential Functions:

• Provide core instruction using Spanish language and resources for designated subjects; provide core instruction using English language and resources for designated subjects.
• Provide an appropriate educational program for each student in conjunction with the goals of the District Strategic Plan.
• Demonstrate appropriate planning and the use of a variety of instructional techniques and strategies aimed at content including minority and majority language literacy development.
• Work with a team to develop effective bilingual interventions, and curriculum.
• Collaborate with dual language grade level or district dual language team.
• Maintain accurate files for each student enrolled with academic progress and objectives.
• Communicates effectively with students, parents, colleagues and community.
• Establishes good rapport with students, parents, colleagues and community.
• Interacts with students, parents, colleagues and community in a mutually respectful manner.
• Expresses interest and enthusiasm for teaching and learning.
• Demonstrates empathy, fairness and consistency.
• Serves as a positive role model for students and colleagues.
• Shows a sense of humor as appropriate.
• Demonstrates flexibility and cooperation.
• Demonstrates appropriate voice, diction and language usage.
• Demonstrates appropriate listening skills.
• Maintains a positive and pleasant attitude.
• Maintains a professional demeanor.
• Develops supportive and collegial relationships.

Qualifications:

• Valid Illinois teaching license with proper endorsement(s)- must have Spanish bilingual approval/endorsement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to serve as a positive role model of good character for children.
• Interest in and enthusiasm for the position and education in general.
• Ability to speak and write Spanish fluently.
• Ability to speak and write English fluently.
• Appreciation of cultural diversity.
• Ability to effectively incorporate instructional technology.

Working Conditions:
Per NSEA salary schedule for the 2025-2026 school year, Excellent benefits, Retirement Pension Service (TRS) Credit, paid sick, personal, bereavement leave, and other benefits.

Application Procedure:
Apply online by completing the online application and uploading support materials. PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS.

Selection Procedure:
The principal will review online applications and supporting materials and the principal will call or email individuals in for interviews. After initial interviews, candidates meet virtually with the Deputy Superintendent who may recommend the individual for hire by the Board of Education.

The North Shore School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.