Champaign Unit 4 Schools 5th Grade Teacher

The Illinois Association of School Administrators; Champaign (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Association of School Administrators is seeking a 5th Grade Teacher for Champaign Unit 4 Schools. The role focuses on engaging students, delivering learner-centered instruction, and using assessments to tailor teaching strategies across the district curriculum.

Qualified candidates hold an Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Elementary Endorsement and will collaborate with colleagues to improve student outcomes while adhering to district policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Elementary Teaching Endorsement is required.

Responsibilities

• Active, successful student engagement in instruction.
• Learner-centered instruction with diverse learners.
• Use ongoing assessment to guide and modify instruction.
• Establishes classroom management and routines to maximize learning.
• Communicates student progress with families and administration.

Education

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Elementary Teaching Endorsement

Job description

Champaign Unit 4 Schools 5th Grade Teacher

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Duties

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
I. ACTIVE, SUCCESSFUL STUDENT ENGAGEMENT IN THE INSTRUCTIONAL PROCESS
A. Maintains a high level of student interest and promotes higher level reasoning skills.
B. Communicates objectives, purposes and key concepts of lesson.
C. Adjusts instruction in response to student needs.
D. Makes appropriate and effective use of available technology as a part of the instructional process.
E. Demonstrates knowledge of subject matter.
II. LEARNER CENTERED INSTRUCTION
A. Develops and/or uses a plan of instruction that is in accordance with the district adopted curriculum and the building School Improvement Plan.
B. Uses a variety of instructional strategies to accommodate individual differences.
C. Facilitates learning experiences that make connections to other content areas and to life and career experiences
D. Uses strategies and techniques for meaningful inclusion of all students.
III. USE III. USE OF EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT PROGRESS
A. Uses ongoing formative and summative assessment results to align and modify instruction and design teaching strategies.
B. Uses ongoing formative and summative assessment results to determine student learning needs.
C. Assessment practices reflect the diverse needs and circumstances of students.
D. District assessments are implemented with fidelity.
IV. CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
A. Establishes standards and expectations for student behavior.
B. Organizes and arranges classroom so as to facilitate learning and minimize student disruption.
C. Encourages students to be self-disciplined and uses effective methods for teaching social skill development in all students. Uses effective behavior management strategies.
D. Paces instruction to maximize learning and avoid disruptions.
V. PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION
A. Uses grammatically correct English in all verbal and written communications.
B. Initiates/responds to contacts and meetings with parents/guardians as needed.
C. Models effective strategies to convey ideas, information and questions.
D. Communicates student progress and other information with students, families, and administration in a regular, timely fashion.
VI. PROFESSIONAL GROWTH
A. Collaborates with colleagues and other professionals to improve knowledge, instruction, and student achievement.
B. Reflects and revises practice to support student achievement.
C. Assesses skills needed to improve instructional strategies.
D. Actively participates in professional growth opportunities.
VII. COMPLIANCE WITH POLICIES/LEGAL REQUIREMENTS
A. Is punctual to work, to class and to all required campus and district level meetings.
B. Maintains and submits accurate and timely records as required by law, Board policy, and administrative guidelines.
C. Follows codes of professional conduct.
D. Follow building and District rules, procedures, policies, and directives, as well as local, state, and federal monitoring and evaluation requirements.
VIII. IMPROVEMENT OF CAMPUS ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
A. Collaborates with other teachers and special service personnel to support student achievement in all assigned classes.
B. Participates in and contributes to activities related to professional learning communities, school improvement, and student achievement.
C. Monitors attendance of all students in assigned classes and contacts parents, counselors, or other school officials regarding an intervention plan for students with serious attendance problems.
D. Work with teachers, counselors, and other school professionals to seek information to identify and assess the needs of assigned students in at-risk situations.
E. Participates in and/or contributes to campus-wide programs to modify and adapt classroom materials and/or instruction to meet individual student needs.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Elementary Teaching Endorsement

Salary/Benefits

Compensation

• The salary for this position is determined based on the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Champaign Federation of Teachers, which includes a different level of compensation for positions designated as "hard to fill."The full salary schedule and the Hard to Fill positions list are available on our website.The District currently gives experienced teachers unlimited experience credit for service outside the District.New teachers may request up to $2,000 as a salary advance to help with relocation expenses or other needs. 100% of a teacher's contributions to TRS are currently paid by the Board of Education.The Board currently pays 100% of a teacher's employee-only health, dental, and term life insurance.There is a minimal employee cost for vision insurance.There are many opportunities for teachers to earn substantial additional compensation (stipends, differentials, extra duty pay, etc.) during the regular school year and in the summer.
• The District offers an additional $1,500 annual stipend for Teachers who hold a national board certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.
• Individuals hired into a 1.0 FTE position in the CFT bargaining unit after October 1, 2023 are eligible for a $1,000 Sign-On Bonus.Details can be found on the Human Resources page of our website.

Additional Notes

Application Deadline

• This position will remain posted until the hiring process is complete; however, interviews may be conducted any time after April 6, 2026, so interested applicants should submit their materials ASAP to ensure consideration.
• This position is for the upcoming school year.

More About Our Community

• Champaign Unit 4 Schools serves over 10,000 PreK-Young Adult students in 18 facilities, which include twelve elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, one early childhood facility, and the Novak Academy. Located conveniently near Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis, Champaign residents enjoy the entertainment and intellectual activity of a large city, without the higher costs of living and lengthy commute times often associated with busy city/suburban life. The University of Illinois provides the excitement of Big 10 sporting events, a thriving business environment, and world-class entertainment at State Farm Center and the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Champaign is characterized by a thriving downtown and campustown, shopping centers and boutiques, award-winning restaurants, neighborhood parks, live music venues, and summer festivals. We also share many museums, galleries, and theatres with the adjacent city of Urbana.

Want to Learn More?

• If you want to learn more about this position or other career opportunities in Champaign Unit 4 Schools, please contact our Assistant Director of Human Resources & Employee Engagement, Ms. Nancy Whitehouse, [e-mail] . Please include your résumé.

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