Dynamic Elementary Teacher for Standards-Based Learning

HOOVER-SCHRUM MEMORIAL SD 157; Calumet City (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoover-Schrum Memorial District 157 in Illinois seeks an Elementary Teacher to plan and deliver standards-based instruction aligned with District curriculum and Illinois State Standards. The role emphasizes academic achievement, social development, and lifelong learning for elementary students.

You will design engaging lessons, use district resources, assess progress, support students with IEPs and 504 plans, collaborate with staff, and communicate with families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Content area certification required.
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with appropriate grade-level and content-area endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging, standards-aligned lesson plans.
• Utilize research-based instructional strategies and district resources.
• Assess and evaluate student progress and adjust instruction based on data.
• Provide accommodations/modifications for IEPs and 504 plans in collaboration with SPED staff.
• Maintain a structured, positive classroom environment for active learning.
• Implement effective classroom management to minimize disruptions.
• Administer district/state assessments per protocols and inform instruction.
• Collaborate with colleagues and administrators to support student success.
• Communicate progress and expectations with parents/guardians.
• Participate in faculty meetings and district initiatives.

Skills

Critical Thinker

Effective Communication

Empathy/Emotional Intelligence

Growth Mindset

Resilience/Perseverance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Content area certification

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

Job description

Hoover-Schrum Memorial District 157 in Illinois seeks an Elementary Teacher to plan and deliver standards-based instruction aligned with District curriculum and Illinois State Standards. The role emphasizes academic achievement, social development, and lifelong learning for elementary students.

You will design engaging lessons, use district resources, assess progress, support students with IEPs and 504 plans, collaborate with staff, and communicate with families.