Bilingual PreK Teacher

STEGER SCHOOL DISTRICT 194; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school district is seeking a Bilingual PreK Teacher to create a flexible and engaging learning environment for young children. The role involves planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate curriculum, collaborating with families, and assessing student progress. Candidates should hold a valid Illinois Professional Educator License and have experience with early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Experience working with at-risk and special education students ages 3-5 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans and supervises developmentally appropriate curriculum for Early Childhood.
• Maintains a safe and pleasing classroom environment.
• Works in partnership with families.

Skills

Early Childhood Education

ESL

Education

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

Early Childhood Education Endorsement

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LOCATION: Steger Primary Center

SUPERVISOR: Principal, Director of Student Services

FLSA Status: Exempt

Union/Non-Union: Union

Link: Teacher's Contract

JOB TITLE: Early Childhood Prek Teacher

LOCATION: Steger Primary Center

SUPERVISOR: Principal, Director of Student Services

FLSA Status: Exempt

Union/Non-Union: Union

Link: Teacher's Contract

Link: Benefit Fact Sheet

Job Summary

Full time position for 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: To excel in this role, the individual must meet the following key responsibilities:

• Plans, implements, and supervises developmentally appropriate curriculum for an Early Childhood
• 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 ed.
• 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 maintain/complete 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

LICENSES/CREDENTIAL

Valid Illinois Teacher's License (PEL).

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

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.