2nd Grade Teacher

Illinois Education Job Bank; Riverside (IL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Komarek Elementary School in North Riverside, IL is seeking a full-time elementary teacher to implement district-approved curriculum and promote a safe, engaging classroom environment.

The ideal candidate has a current Illinois Professional Educator License with an Elementary Education Endorsement, strong knowledge of pedagogy and data-informed instruction, and the ability to communicate effectively with students and parents while maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy.
• Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the school system.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

Skills

Pedagogy expertise

Curriculum knowledge

Data analysis

Tech literacy

Communication

Self-evaluation

Education

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

Elementary Education Endorsement

Job description

• Develops and administers elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the school system.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy.
• Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

License:Current Illinois Professional Educator License(PEL)
Required Endorsements: Elementary Education Endorsement

District Name Komarek SD #94 Building Name Komarek Elementary School Address 8940 West 24th St. , IL
North Riverside, IL 60546 Phone [phone] Fax [phone] IASA Region Cook West County Cook (West) County Employment Type Full-time permanent Job Category Early Childhood PK-Grade 3 Grade Level Early Childhood