Bilingual Instructional Support Teacher

Distinctive Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Bilingual Instructional Support Teacher to join their vibrant community in Chicago. This role focuses on delivering personalized academic and language instruction to English Learners, fostering a love for learning through engaging and culturally responsive practices. As part of a dedicated team, you'll implement innovative teaching methodologies and contribute to a supportive environment where all students can thrive. If you're committed to social justice and educational equity, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of diverse learners.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

PTO

Family Leave

Healthcare

403b Match

Professional Development

Wellness Discounts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and valid educator license required.
• Proficiency in Spanish is essential for instruction.

Responsibilities

• Provide bilingual and ESL instruction to support language development.
• Foster a culture of belonging and build positive relationships.

Skills

Bilingual Instruction (English/Spanish)

Culturally Responsive Teaching

Assessment Administration

Curriculum Adaptation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Valid Professional Educator License

Bilingual Spanish Endorsement

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Position Details

Title: Bilingual Instructional Support Teacher (2025-2026SY)

Location: West Belden 2245 N McVicker Ave, Chicago, IL 60639

Reports To: Principal

Salary: Starting at $65,390, commensurate with experience

Employee Type: Regular Full Time

Start Date: August 2025

About Us

Distinctive Schools creates diverse, joyful, welcoming communities rooted in social justice and rigorous learning. We support all learners to be engaged, curious, and to achieve their full potential. Our students become confident advocates, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative leaders.

Position Overview

Distinctive teachers cultivate a love for learning through strong relationships, high expectations, and a belief that all students can achieve great things. Teachers focus on engaging instruction, aligned to standards, using the core curriculum, with ongoing assessments and adjustments. The Bilingual Teacher provides personalized academic and language instruction to English Learners in English and Spanish, supporting biliteracy and language development.

Responsibilities

Culture

• Maintain a student-centered decision-making approach.
• Foster a culture of belonging and build positive relationships with students, families, and staff.
• Contribute to equity and culturally responsive practices.

Preparation, Instruction, and Assessment (90%)

• Implement the DS Model and collaborate on lesson planning.
• Administer language assessments and support culturally and linguistically diverse students.
• Provide bilingual and ESL instruction, adapting curriculum as needed.
• Utilize diverse instructional methodologies and monitor student progress continually.

Classroom Culture (10%)

• Create an organized, welcoming environment.
• Manage routines and build strong relationships.
• Communicate effectively in students' preferred languages.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Valid Professional Educator License or equivalent (IL or MI).
• Valid Bilingual Spanish Endorsement or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Spanish (reading, writing, listening, speaking).

Physical Demands

Occasional lifting, carrying, and other physical activities; primarily sitting, walking, and standing.

Benefits

• Paid holidays, PTO, family leave, healthcare, 403b match, professional development, wellness discounts, and more.

EEO Statement

Distinctive Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusion and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.