Bilingual Teacher (5th Grade) 2026-2027

Young World Physical Education; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking an English Language Learner educator to teach in a bilingual environment in Joliet, IL. The role focuses on motivating students to learn and develop bilingual skills, with instruction in both native language and English.

Responsibilities include creating lesson plans, delivering instruction, assessing progress, and collaborating with staff to support student achievement and cultural development within the district guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education is typically required for teaching positions.
• Experience with bilingual education and ESL instruction is preferred.
• Ability to develop lesson plans and differentiate instruction for diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Instruct English Language Learner students in a bilingual setting to motivate and develop essential skills.
• Instruct students in both native language and English, promoting bilingualism and biculturalism.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials; adapt curriculum to individual needs; assess student progress.

Skills

Bilingual instruction

ESL classroom management

Curriculum adaptation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026

Job Summary

To instruct English Language Learner students in a bilingual learning environment in order to motivate, stimulate and inspire them to learn and develop the necessary skills and knowledge of the subject matter to their greatest potential.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement the Bilingual Education program according to state guidelines in the classroom within the objectives and policy structure of the district.
• Direct and supervise the conduct of all students assigned in the classroom.
• Implement all district policies as they relate to the classroom.
• Instruct students in their native language and culture as well as in English.
• Inspire and motivate students to achieve their potential in learning new skills and to absorb knowledge.
• Encourage each child and help them to develop a sense of worth, dignity, and purpose, with an emphasis on bilingualism and biculturalism.
• Guarantee every student shall receive an equal opportunity for an education.
• Teach English Language Arts, social science, mathematics, science, health (art, music, and P.E. when applicable) to students in a classroom, utilizing the course of study adopted by the Board of School Inspectors and other appropriate learning activities.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies to present material to students.
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize available instructional time.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Evaluate students’ academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, and prepare reports as needed and required.
• Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students’ progress and interpret the school program.
• Identify student needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping a student solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Seek assistance from or through the building principal or other support personnel to improve the instructional program or to solve specific problems.
• Create an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and learning centers.
• Maintain professional competence through in‑service professional development opportunities.
• Requisition instructional materials and supplies as required.
• Attend all meetings as required such as faculty, bilingual department, parent‑teacher conferences, etc.
• Prepare for, conduct, and attend parent‑teacher conferences as required.
• Supervise students in out‑of‑classroom activities during the school day.
• Administer group standardized tests in accordance with state and district testing protocols.
• Participate in curriculum development programs as required.
• Maintain a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Supervisory Role

• Students assigned to the classroom.
• Paraprofessional (if applicable).
• Student Teacher.
• Volunteers.
• Hallway, lavatory, playground, bus, etc. as directed.

Communication Skills

• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure appropriate flow of information.
• Ability to compose correspondence, reports, and other required written materials.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret information.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions, inquiries, and complaints.
• Displays courtesy, tact, and respect when dealing with others.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to perform basic math using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals consistent with the duties of this position.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions and information furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to identify and define the problem(s), collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
• Promotes a harassment‑free environment.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships; demonstrates a commitment to teamwork.
• Ability to learn and utilize office equipment, computers, and software especially as systems are updated.
• Ability to react well under pressure, handle and balance multiple demands at one time, work with frequent interruptions, and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism.
• Extensive knowledge of and ability to perform duties in compliance with all district, Board, state and federal laws, methods, requirements, policies, procedures, and activities pertinent to the duties of this position.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate files and records.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines.

Physical Demands

The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Employee experiences constant interruptions and inflexible deadlines. The noise level is quiet to moderate. Duties are performed primarily indoors and occasionally outdoors. In‑district and out‑of‑town travel may be required as necessary for training and/or to carry out duties and responsibilities.

ADA Compliance

The information contained in this job description is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties performed by the individual holding this position may be assigned.

Salary and Benefits

Salary and Benefits: Bargaining Agreement Union Position. The salary schedules for the 2019-2022 school years can be accessed at https://www.joliet86.org/file.aspx?DocumentId=9830.

*Maximum 10 years full time Certified Teaching Experience

Contact Information

• JOSE JARAMILLO, ASSIST. SUPERINTENDENT OF HR
• JPS DISTRICT 86
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]