2026-2027 - Dual Language Middle School Teacher - Science

Berwyn North School District 98; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid time off

Job summary

Berwyn North School District 98 in Lincoln, NE seeks a Dual Language Middle School Science teacher to deliver standards-based instruction in English and Spanish, foster bilingual literacy, and engage diverse learners in a STEAM-focused program.

The role requires a valid ISBE teaching license, a Middle School Science endorsement, and a Spanish bilingual endorsement; the teacher will collaborate with building staff, analyze data, and support student growth and citizenship.

Qualifications

• Requires ISBE license and Middle School Science endorsement.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; Master’s degree preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish endorsement required; ability to teach in both languages.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in Dual Language Middle School Science.
• Facilitate learning, monitor progress, and maintain classroom discipline.
• Communicate with parents and stakeholders about student progress.
• Plan and implement standards-based instruction and use SIOP framework.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Strong communication

Classroom management

Data-driven instruction

Culturally responsive teaching

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree preferred

ISBE Professional Educator License

Middle School Science Endorsement

Bilingual Spanish Endorsement

Job description

2026-2027 - Dual Language Middle School Teacher - Science JobID: 1086

• Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Dual Language - Spanish
• Date Posted: 9/9/2026
• Location: Lincoln Middle School

Berwyn North School District 98 is located in Berwyn, Illinois. The district has three elementary schools and one middle school and serves more than 2,500 students in Pre-K through 8th grade. Our district is committed to mutual respect and cultural diversity. We foster strong partnerships among students, school staff, families, and the community and empower students to solve problems, make decisions and apply technology so they can reach their full personal, academic and civic potential. We offer a Dual Language Program to ensure students are fluent in two languages, a STEAM Program, and 1-to-1 technology to prepare students for the future.

Job Title:

Dual LanguageMiddle School Teacher -Science

Classification:

Certified

Accountability:

Reports to building level administrators

Job Profile:

The Dual Language,Middle SchoolScience Teacher instructs students, facilitates student learning, monitors progress, disciplines as necessary, and performs other duties as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assisting students with developing thinking skills and content knowledge
• Ensuring that students read, write, and speak in both Spanish and English
• Providing accommocations and modifications as needed
• Providing language support as needed
• Planning and implementation of standards-based instruction
• Establishing a positive classroom environment and culture for learning
• Analyzing data and action planning
• Consistently communicating with stakeholders
• Implementing the SIOP framework and metalinguistic awareness
• Providing data and reports that are evidence of student progress
• Instructs students as outlined in existing lesson plans
• Establishes positive, standards-based learning expectations for students
• Maintains established routine of school and classroom procedures
• Creates a flexible class environment conducive to student learning and personal growth
• Fosters effective rapport with students; encourages self-discipline and responsibility; ensures fairness and exhibits an understanding and respect for students
• Establishes a safe, orderly environment and maintains reasonable rules of conduct in accordance with the District's student discipline code in the classroom and on school grounds (including playgrounds, lunchrooms, hallways, etc.)
• Tracks attendance per school protocol
• May coordinate and attend class field trips; may work in extracurricular and after-school activities
• Communicates effectively with parents when needed
• Completes other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Professional Educator Licenseissued by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)
• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university; Master's Degree preferred
• Appropriate subject area content endorsements; must haveMiddle School endorsements in Science
• Must haveBilingual endorsement in Spanish

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
• Ability to read, write, and speak proficiently in Spanish
• Prior experience working with children/adolescents
• Passion for working with children/adolescents
• Strong desire and commitment to educating Berwyn's youth
• Subject matter knowledge consistent with state certification requirements
• Understanding of effective teaching principles and familiarity with contemporary best practices and strategies with regard to classroom management and behavior management
• Ability to modify instruction based on student needs
• Ability and willingness to cooperate with faculty and administrators to meet identified short- and long-term targets and execute an overall education program
• Understanding of the complex physical, intellectual, and social-emotional needs of students
• Ability to read, write, and speak proficiently in English; ability to interpret lesson plans, procedures and textbooks; ability to present information effectively and respond appropriately to questions and concerns from students, administrators and parents
• Willingness/Ability to assist with the management of student misbehavior
• Ability to lift 10-20 lbs

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of peer mediation and conflict resolution techniques and the ability to apply these strategies in the classroom, lunchroom, or the playground

Other:

• Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations including special education laws
• Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior; serve as a role model for students and other staff
• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurancewith 100% employee-only coverage fully paid by the district
• Employer-provided life insurance policy
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering resources for mental health, financial planning, legal guidance, and more to help you navigate life's challenges
• Generous leave policy, including personal days off, paid holidays, and sick leave to support your work-life balance and well-being
• Participation in the Illinois Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) andoptional 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Tuition Reimbursement program andProfessional Development opportunities to support growth and career advancement

Disclaimer:

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.