Elementary Teacher: Inspire Learning & Growth

Community Unit School District 308; Oswego Township (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Unit School District 308 seeks an elementary teacher licensed in Illinois with Elementary Education endorsement. The role requires recent elementary teaching experience or new graduates, plus strong knowledge of curriculum, pedagogy, and current teaching techniques.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication, time management, and the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Valid IL Professional Educator License (PEL) with Elementary Education endorsement.
• Recent elementary teaching experience (except new grads).
• Knowledge of curriculum, instructional methods and current teaching techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and time management skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, families, team members, and others.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare lessons effectively.
• Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy and connect with other disciplines.
• Adapt instruction to students' backgrounds, strengths, and needs.
• Set outcomes aligned with high-level learning and standards.
• Use resources to enhance teaching and student learning.
• Design coherent instruction aligned to outcomes and engage all students.
• Develop assessments with clear criteria and use results to guide instruction.
• Create a safe, respectful classroom environment and high expectations for all students.
• Manage classroom routines smoothly and handle transitions efficiently.
• Establish clear behavioral standards and respond consistently and respectfully.
• Organize learning space for safety and accessibility, including use of technology.
• Engage students with clear communication, questioning, and rigorous activities.
• Monitor progress, provide timely feedback, and support self-assessment.
• Be flexible, responsive, and committed to professional growth.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and assignments.
• Communicate effectively with families to involve them in learning.
• Participate in professional learning and collaborate with colleagues.
• Demonstrate professionalism and ethical standards.
• Perform other duties to support teaching and learning.

Skills

Curriculum knowledge

Communication

Time management

Relationship building

Education

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

Job description

Community Unit School District 308 seeks an elementary teacher licensed in Illinois with Elementary Education endorsement. The role requires recent elementary teaching experience or new graduates, plus strong knowledge of curriculum, pedagogy, and current teaching techniques.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication, time management, and the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.