English Teacher - 0.4 FTE

Township High School District 214; Summit (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated English Teacher to inspire and empower students. This role involves creating engaging lesson plans, utilizing innovative teaching strategies, and fostering a supportive learning environment. Ideal candidates will possess a strong academic background, a commitment to student growth, and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues. Join a team that values inclusivity and strives for excellence in education, where your contributions can make a significant impact on student success and the broader school community.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background and commitment to student growth.
• Willingness to teach various academic levels and collaborate with peers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging instruction in literature and composition.
• Prepare students for state assessments through targeted skill development.
• Collaborate with colleagues to refine curriculum and assessments.

Skills

Literature Instruction

Grammar Instruction

Reading Skills

Writing Skills

Curriculum Development

Digital Curriculum Implementation

Collaborative Teaching

Education

State of Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

Senior High School Endorsement in English

Tools

1:1 iPad Instruction

Job description

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Position: English Teacher - 0.4 FTE

Location: Prospect High School

Join Our Team and Empower Student Success!

Prospect High School is seeking a dedicated and passionate English Teacher to join our team. We are committed to fostering an exemplary learning community where all students can maximize their learning and achieve success. We are looking for educators who are driven to implement effective strategies for improving student achievement, collaborate within professional learning communities, and demonstrate a strong commitment to the well-being of every student.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Possesses a strong academic background and a genuine commitment to student growth.
• Is eager to contribute to the broader life of our school through leadership in committees, professional learning teams, and co-curricular activities.
• Is dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and effective instruction in literature and composition at various academic levels.
• Directly teach reading, grammar, and writing skills, emphasizing clarity and critical analysis.
• Prepare students for success on state assessments through targeted instruction and skill development.
• Develop and implement comprehensive lesson plans aligned with district curriculum and state standards.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies and technologies, including 1:1 iPad instruction, to meet the diverse needs of learners.
• Create and administer formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and inform instruction.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and refine curriculum, common assessments, and instructional practices.
• Implement modifications and accommodations for students with diverse learning needs in both resource and inclusion settings.
• Contribute to an interdisciplinary team, fostering a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
• Support building co-curricular activities, such as coaching or sponsoring clubs and organizations (optional).

Qualifications

• State of Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a Senior High School endorsement in English.
• Academically prepared to teach all courses in literature and composition.
• Willingness and ability to teach courses at various academic levels.
• Ability to directly instruct reading and grammar.
• Ability to directly teach skills that support student success on state assessments.
• Demonstrate educational planning, including setting short and long term goals and assessment of these goals.
• Demonstrate an understanding of modifications and accommodations, and implementation in both a resource classroom and inclusion setting.
• Commitment to working with an interdisciplinary or integrated team: designing, implementing, and refining curriculum.
• Demonstrate a willingness to work cooperatively with other teachers in the division to develop common assessments and support existing programs.
• Commitment to working with a coordinated curriculum that targets external assessment in the design and delivery of its content.
• Readiness to implement a digital curriculum (1:1 iPad instruction).
• ELL endorsement preferred.
• Willingness to support building co-curricular activities as a coach or sponsor.

Application Requirements

• COVER LETTER
• CURRENT RESUME
• ATTACH A PDF OF THE IL STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION ELIS CREDENTIALS SCREEN(S)
• TRANSCRIPTS
• THREE (3) CURRENT LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION

Click the RED "APPLY" button above to begin an online application.

Please be aware that as a requirement of your application you will be invited to complete a digital interview via RIVS (Interviewstream). The invitation will come to your email and the RIVS system gives you ten (10) calendar days to complete the interview from the time the invitation is issued.

Keep in mind that the interview must be completed before you can submit your application, even if the interview expiration is beyond the date of the application deadline. All your application materials, including the interview, must be submitted by the deadline.

For an extension, please email [e-mail].

"We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our district. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status."