COMPUTER APPLICATION TEACHER (CTE)

Homewood-Flossmoor High School; Flossmoor (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Homewood-Flossmoor High School seeks a qualified educator to serve as the primary instructor for computer applications courses (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook) under the IL CTE framework. This full-time role requires an Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or CTE credential and an endorsement, with readiness to teach dual credit courses.

Responsibilities include delivering data-driven instruction, monitoring student progress, maintaining communications with families, and

Qualifications

• Meets the minimum qualifications as a dual credit instructor.
• Has the credential for the Work-Based Learning designation to teach WBL courses.
• Knowledgeable in State Standards and Common Core Standards.
• Two years of teaching experience preferred.
• Comfortable working in a growth-focused coaching environment involving frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring.
• Possess high-quality written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.
• Proficient in Google Workspace.
• Capable of managing confidential information appropriately.
• Able to supervise students in various school settings.
• Must pass federal and state criminal background checks.
• Experience in a multicultural setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary instructor and teacher of record for computer application courses, specifically Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Outlook
• Deliver Microsoft Office–focused instruction across Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Outlook
• Diligently strive to achieve all goals related to student achievement, culture, and state-specific academic accountability.
• Ability to teach dual credit courses with fidelity.
• Deliver effective lessons tailored to student needs, grounded in research-based instructional practices.
• Monitor student progress in courses and provide daily feedback and grades on assignments.
• Maintain regular contact with each student.
• Collaborate with administration to prepare and deliver student progress reports.
• Frequently review student-level data to inform adjustments to the instructional program.
• Differentiate instruction to accommodate the diverse needs of all students.
• Implement research-based best practices in teaching.
• Foster a joyful, caring, and supportive classroom environment for all students.
• Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices into daily lessons and interactions with students, families, and colleagues.
• Uphold school-wide cultural expectations and norms within the classroom and beyond.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding their child\'s academic and social-emotional development.
• Incorporate 21st-century technology skills into daily classroom practices and team collaborations.
• Participate in planning and implementing non-instructional activities, such as social events and field trips, and attend these events in person.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively, humbly, and respectfully with all colleagues.
• Provide support for mandated state testing annually.
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

Dual credit instruction

Microsoft Office proficiency

Communication skills

Cultural responsiveness

Education

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or CTE credential

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Job description

Location: Homewood-Flossmoor High Community High School

• Date Posted: 2/10/2026
• Location: Homewood-Flossmoor High Community High School
• Date Available: 2026-2027
• Closing Date: Until filled

SALARY: Per negotiated agreement

BENEFITS : TRS, health insurance and leave time (sick and personal)

REQUIREMENTS: The qualified candidate will have a valid Illinois Professional

Educator License (PEL) or Career and Technical Education (CTE)

Educator License, with the appropriate endorsements

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary instructor and teacher of record for computer application courses, specifically Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Outlook


• Microsoft Office Certified (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook), preferred


• Diligently strive to achieve all goals related to student achievement, culture, and state-specific academic accountability.


• Ability to teach dual credit courses with fidelity.


• Deliver effective lessons tailored to student needs, grounded in research-based instructional practices.


• Monitor student progress in courses and provide daily feedback and grades on assignments.


• Maintain regular contact with each student.


• Collaborate with administration to prepare and deliver student progress reports.


• Frequently review student-level data to inform adjustments to the instructional program.


• Differentiate instruction to accommodate the diverse needs of all students.


• Implement research-based best practices in teaching.


• Foster a joyful, caring, and supportive classroom environment for all students.


• Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices into daily lessons and interactions with students, families, and colleagues.


• Uphold school-wide cultural expectations and norms within the classroom and beyond.


• Communicate regularly with families regarding their child\'s academic and social-emotional development.


• Incorporate 21st-century technology skills into daily classroom practices and team collaborations.


• Participate in planning and implementing non-instructional activities, such as social events and field trips, and attend these events in person.


• Collaborate and communicate effectively, humbly, and respectfully with all colleagues.


• Provide support for mandated state testing annually.


• Perform additional duties as assigned

About You

• Meets the minimum qualifications as a dual credit instructor.


• Has the credential for the Work-Based Learning designation to teach WBL courses.


• Knowledgeable in State Standards and Common Core Standards.


• Two years of teaching experience preferred.


• Comfortable working in a growth-focused coaching environment involving frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoring.


• Possess high-quality written and verbal communication skills.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.


• Proficient in Google Workspace.


• Capable of managing confidential information appropriately.


• Able to supervise students in various school settings.


• Must pass federal and state criminal background checks.


• Experience in a multicultural setting is preferred.

SUPERVISOR: Department Lead of CTE