1st Grade Maternity Leave Substitute

Illinois Education Job Bank; Streator (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Education Job Bank is seeking a substitute teacher for a 1st grade classroom in Streator, IL. The role involves implementing provided lessons, creating lesson plans, and maintaining daily routines while supporting student safety and well-being during the absence of the primary teacher.

Ideal candidates hold a valid teaching or substitute license, pass background checks, and show familiarity with foundational reading frameworks and classroom technology.

Qualifications

• Valid teaching or substitute license required.
• Background check completed as part of hiring process.
• Familiarity with foundational reading frameworks preferred.
• Basic competency with classroom technology and digital platforms.

Responsibilities

• Implement lesson plans provided and create lesson plans.
• Maintain classroom routines.
• Support the social, emotional, and physical safety of students during the primary teacher's absence.
• Maintain professional correspondence with parents and colleagues.

Skills

Reading frameworks

Tech literacy

Education

Teaching license or substitute license

Tools

Classroom technology

Digital platforms

Job description

• Implement lesson plans provided and create lesson plans
• Maintain classroom routines
• Support the social, emotional, and physical safety of students during the primary teacher's absence
• Maintain professional correspondence with parents and colleagues
• Maintain regular correspondence with primary teacher

Qualifications

• Valid teaching license or substitute license
• Successful completion of background check requirements
• Ideal candidate will have familiarity with foundational reading frameworks
• Basic skill competency with classroom technology and digital platforms

Additional Notes

1st grade classroom with 20 students and a classroom aide; supportive administration and collaborative staff

Anticipated time frame: mid-January through very early April 2027