Bilingual EL Teacher

Suburban Cook County Online Application Consortium; South Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district is seeking an Early Childhood PreK Teacher for a full-time position at Steger Primary Center. This role involves creating and supervising developmentally appropriate curricula for an Early Childhood classroom, managing instructional activities, and supporting at-risk and special education students. The ideal candidate must have a valid Illinois Professional Educator License with an Early Childhood Education Endorsement and a passion for fostering a positive learning environment. The position includes collaborative work with educational assistants and active participation with families.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Early Childhood Education Endorsement required.
• ESL Endorsement is preferred.
• Experience working with at-risk and special education students ages 3-5 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Supervise educational assistants.
• Maintain a safe and productive classroom environment.
• Administer group-standardized tests.

Skills

Experience with at-risk students

Classroom management

Curriculum development

Education

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

Early Childhood Education Endorsement

ESL Endorsement preferred

Job description

JOB TITLE

Early Childhood PreK Teacher

LOCATION

Steger Primary Center

SUPERVISOR

Principal, Director of Student Services

FLSA Status

Exempt

Union Status

Union

OVERVIEW

Full‑time position for an Early Childhood classroom (3‑5). To create a flexible kindergarten program and kindergarten environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with students; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further participation in the total school program, in accordance with each student’s ability; and to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plans, implements, and supervises developmentally appropriate curriculum for an Early Childhood classroom.
• Plans and provides support for educational assistants.
• Maintains a safe and pleasing classroom environment.
• Participates as a multi‑disciplinary team member to complete educational assessments for children and assists in determining eligibility for special education.
• Case‑manages assigned children by completing forms and developing and implementing the Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Directs individual, small, and whole group instruction.
• Regularly monitors educational progress and maintains/ completes records and reports as required.
• Provides an educational environment where instruction is individualized for each student and includes supports and modifications that facilitate learning.
• Collaborates with team members when appropriate.
• Works in partnership with families.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.
• Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Communicates with parents and school counselors on pupil progress.
• Supervises students in out‑of‑classroom activities during the assigned workday.
• Works with students and other classroom teachers in such activities as preparing material for the school newspaper or yearbook, assisting with PTA programs, or coordinating entries in essay contests.
• Administers group‑standardized tests in accordance with the district testing program.
• Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs.
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.
• Maintains professional competence through in‑service education activities provided by the district and in self‑selected professional growth activities.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Additional tasks as assigned.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

The role requires frequent walking and standing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is generally stable, with minimal exposure to unusual temperatures, noise, or hazards. The position requires extended and non‑traditional hours to fulfill job duties, as well as participation in organization‑sponsored events and meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Early Childhood Education Endorsement (Birth – 3).
• ESL Endorsement preferred.
• Experience working with at‑risk and special education students ages 3‑5 preferred.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

All terms of employment are outlined by the collective bargaining agreement with the Steger Education Association.

All terms of employment are outlined by the collective bargaining agreement with the Steger Education Association.

EVALUATION

The performance of this role is evaluated according to the Board's policy on evaluating professional personnel.