ESL- High School Social Studies Bilingual Teacher

Onward Edu; Illinois; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

On-site support

Professional development

Network of placements

Job summary

Onward Edu is seeking a High School ESL Teacher specializing in Social Studies for a bilingual program in Cook County, Illinois. This on-site, full-time contract role runs for the 2026-2027 school year, with hours aligned to standard school schedules.

Responsibilities include delivering bilingual social studies instruction, differentiating for English language learners, assessing progress, and collaborating with staff to enhance interdisciplinary learning.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois teaching license with ESL or bilingual endorsement.
• Experience teaching social studies to English language learners.
• Strong communication in English and bilingual instruction language.
• Ability to develop engaging and differentiated lesson plans.
• Commitment to inclusive classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging social studies lessons that integrate bilingual instruction methods to support language acquisition.
• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards, ensuring differentiation for English language learners.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback and adapting instruction to meet individual needs.
• Foster an inclusive classroom environment that encourages cultural awareness and language development.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan interdisciplinary activities and share best practices.

Skills

ESL teaching

Bilingual instruction

Curriculum differentiation

English language learners

Communication skills

Education

Illinois teaching license with ESL/bilingual endorsement

Job description

Join our client as a High School ESL Teacher specializing in Social Studies within a bilingual program. This full-time, contract role supports students for the 2026-2027 school year at a school in Cook County, Illinois. The position is on-site, requiring dedication to fostering an inclusive learning environment that promotes language development and academic achievement for diverse student populations. The role begins on September 22, 2026, and continues through May 28, 2027, with a schedule aligned to standard school hours.

Position Details:

• Start Date: 09/22/2026
• End Date: 05/28/2027
• Schedule: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
• Grade Levels: High School
• Location: Cook County, Illinois, On-Site, 35-40 hours per week
• School Year: 2026-2027

ESL Teacher - High School Social Studies Bilingual Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging social studies lessons that integrate bilingual instruction methods to support language acquisition.
• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards, ensuring differentiation for English language learners.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback and adapting instruction to meet individual needs.
• Foster an inclusive classroom environment that encourages cultural awareness and language development.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan interdisciplinary activities and share best practices.

ESL Teacher - High School Social Studies Bilingual Qualifications:

• Valid Illinois teaching license with ESL or bilingual endorsement.
• Proven experience teaching social studies and working with English language learner students.
• Strong communication skills in both English and the bilingual language of instruction.
• Ability to develop engaging and differentiated lesson plans.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive classroom environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.