First (1st) Grade Teacher (Long Term Sub)

Applitrack; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a First (1st) Grade Teacher for a long-term substitute position at White Eagle Elementary School. A valid Illinois Professional Educator License with a K-5 self-contained or 1-6 Elementary endorsement is required.

The role is full-time with a $310/day rate and immediate start date, working in an elementary setting. The teacher will plan and instruct using district/state standards, develop lesson plans, assess progress, and communicate with families.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with a K-5 self-contained or 1-6 Elementary endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Plan and instruct students on District and state standards aligned curriculum.
• Develop lesson plans and goals that meet District expectations.
• Enrich or modify lessons and resources to meet individual learning needs.
• Assess student progress using formal and informal methods and interpret results.
• Maintain records of student work and implement intervention strategies.
• Communicate progress to parents and students in writing and verbally.
• Collaborate with grade-level and support staff to coordinate instruction across subjects.

Education

Illinois Professional Educator License (K-5 self-contained or 1-6 Elementary endorsement)

Job description

First (1st) Grade Teacher (Long Term Sub) JobID: 14336

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Primary - Grades 1, 2, 3
• Date Posted: 9/23/2026
• Location: White Eagle Elementary School

Description: Perform functions to instruct students on established curriculum ensuring each individual is provided with the knowledge, proficiencies and experiences necessary to become successful contributing citizens in an ever-changing world. This is a full time long-term substitute position. Position start date: Immediately.

Job Summary:

• Plan and instruct students on District and state standards aligned curriculum.
• Develop lesson plans and goals that meet District expectations.
• Enrich or modify lessons, curriculum, materials and resources as needed to meet individual student's needs and varying levels of progress.
• Conduct formal and informal assessments to evaluate student progress. Administer standardized assessments as directed. Interpret student assessment data for application of instructional methods and monitoring of student progress.
• Review student progress via assessments, maintain records of student work, and develop intervention strategies to ensure student success and growth.
• Communicate both verbally and in writing with parents and students on progress.
• Meet regularly and work collaboratively with other grade level or departmental teachers and support teachers to plan instruction across classrooms and to incorporate lessons across subjects.
• Meet regularly with support teachers, teacher assistants and specialists to discuss individual student's modifications or adaptations, ongoing learning issues, interventions or problems. Work collaboratively to ensure individual student's needs met.
• Assign work, instructions or lessons to student teachers and/or volunteers. Assess work, modify and provide regular feedback.
• Actively participate on various building and District teams or committees. Provide feedback and act as liaison to other building staff.
• Set clear expectations for class and manage classroom and school environment applying positive behavior supports and interventions as needed.
• Collaborate with other staff in planning, modifying, enhancing and implementing curriculum and school and district objectives.
• Establish a safe atmosphere conducive to a positive learning environment. Act as role model by encouraging appropriate behaviors that lead to social, emotional and physical development.
• Enforce and support school policies, philosophies and objectives with students and parents.
• Participate in staff development and school improvement activities in order to maintain professional growth. Plan and incorporate best practices or new strategies.
• Participate in events outside of the regularly scheduled work day such as orientation, open houses or conferences.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: The qualified candidate will have a valid Illinois Professional Educator License with a K-5self-contained or 1-6 Elementary endorsement.

Rate of pay:$310/day Working Conditions: ElementarySchool. Selection Procedure:Qualified candidates will be contacted by the appropriate building administrator