Dual Language One-Way Grade 3 Teacher (Control Code: 97959)

Valley View School District 365U; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley View School District 365U is seeking a full-time Dual Language One-Way Grade 3 Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The successful candidate will implement a Dual Language Program aimed at fostering bilingualism and high academic achievement. The position offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and potential for a $3,500 hiring incentive.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Two years as a bilingual English/Spanish instructor preferred.
• Skills in bilingual education required.

Responsibilities

• Implement a Dual Language Program fostering academic achievement.
• Deliver instruction aligned with content and language standards.
• Modify lessons to meet students’ linguistic development needs.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Effective communication in Spanish

Education

Illinois teaching certificate (Type 03 for K-5, Type 09 for 9-12)

ESL & Bilingual Spanish/English endorsement

Job description

Dual Language One-Way Grade 3 Teacher (Control Code: 97959)

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This position may qualify for a $3,500 hiring incentive. For more information, please contact Human Resources.

Vacancy: The Valley View Public School District is seeking a full-time Elementary Dual Language One-Way teacher for the 2025-2026 school year.

Job Summary: Under the direction of the building administrator and multilingual department, the teacher will implement a Dual Language Program, fostering high academic achievement and bilingual, biliterate, multicultural skills.

Essential Functions:

1. Schedule, plan, and instruct students using district curriculum aligned with content and language standards.
2. Develop lesson plans aligning with common core and WIDA standards in all subject areas including ELD and SLA.
3. Deliver instruction to whole class, small groups, and individual students to develop English and Spanish skills.
4. Establish a positive, safe learning environment.
5. Modify lessons to meet students’ linguistic development needs.
6. Use developmentally appropriate language in instruction.
7. Create a respectful classroom respecting cultural and linguistic diversity.
8. Conduct screenings for EL/DL services and administer assessments to measure proficiency and progress.
9. Review student progress, maintain records, and develop intervention strategies.
10. Participate in team meetings to address academic or behavioral issues.
11. Set clear behavior expectations and communicate regularly with parents and students.
12. Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum and student progress.
13. Consult on EL curriculum and instructional methods.
14. Participate in professional development and school activities.

Qualifications:

• Illinois teaching certificate (Type 03 for K-5, Type 09 for 9-12) with ESL & Bilingual Spanish/English endorsement.
• For grades 6-12, endorsement or college credits in content areas (e.g., Language Arts, Math).

Experience: Preferably two years as a bilingual English/Spanish instructor for K-5 EL students, but not required.

Skills: Effective communication in English and Spanish, both oral and written.

Work Environment: Typical school environment, infrequent physical activity required.

Salary & Benefits: Based on the teacher salary schedule, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and additional benefits.

Application Procedure: Apply online at www.vvsd.org, submitting a letter, resume, and three recent recommendation letters.

Selection Process: Applications accepted until filled. Interviews conducted promptly.

Equal Opportunity Employer.