Elementary Teacher - 5th Grade at Southern View (One Year Only)

SOUTHERN VIEW ELEM SCHOOL; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern View Elementary School in Springfield, Illinois is seeking an Elementary Teacher for 5th grade for a one-year assignment. The position supports district goals and requires a valid Illinois Professional Educators License with an elementary endorsement.

The role includes implementing curriculum, engaging in district in-services, and contributing to school improvement initiatives within a 180-day contract period.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educators License (Elementary endorsement).
• Knowledge of current curriculum, instructional trends, and school improvement processes.
• Ability to participate in professional development and district initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Attend district in-services and professional development opportunities to implement new curriculum and instructional strategies.
• Establish and implement appropriate evaluation procedures.
• Active participation in staff development activities.
• Contribute as a team member and/or leader to school improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a positive classroom climate and management plan conducive to learning.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, the public, and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Illinois teaching license (Elementary)

Curriculum knowledge

Job description

Elementary Teacher - 5th Grade at Southern View (One Year Only)

Springfield School District 186 Southern View Elementary School - Springfield, Illinois Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Springfield School District 186

Job Details

Application Deadline: Sep 27, 2026 4:00 PM (Central Standard Time)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

TITLE OF VACANCY: Elementary Teacher - 5th Grade

(One Year Only)

LOCATION: Southern View Elementary School

CONTRACT PERIOD: 180 days

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Illinois Professional Educators License, elementary endorsement
• Knowledge of current curriculum, instructional trends, and school improvement process

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attend district in-services and professional development opportunities in order to implement new strategies for curriculum and instructional improvement
• Establish and implement appropriate evaluation procedures
• Active participation in appropriate staff development activities
• Contribute as a team member and/or leader to all school improvement initiatives
• Maintain a classroom climate and management plan conducive to learning
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, the public, and staff
• Other duties as assigned

EFFECTIVE DATE:First contractual day of the 2026-2027District 186 180-day calendar

APPLICATION DEADLINE: September 27, 2026 at 4:00 PM

SALARY and BENEFITS: In accordance with current SEA negotiated agreement;

Go to the 26-27 SEA Salary Schedule to view the SEA Salary Schedule

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Office of Human Resources
• 3063 Fiat Ave
• Springfield, Illinois 62703
• Phone: [phone]