Junior High Spanish Teacher (Leave Coverage)

Oswego Community Unit School District 308; Oswego Township (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Oswego Community Unit School District 308 is seeking a Foreign Language - Spanish Leave Cover teacher for Thompson Junior High School. The position covers 11/20/26 to 12/18/26, with a daily rate of $125 for the first 10 days and $150 thereafter.

The ideal candidate holds an Illinois PEL with a Foreign Language Spanish endorsement or Substitute License, with demonstrated elementary teaching experience and strong communication, planning, and classroom management skills.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with Spanish endorsement or Substitute License.
• Recent teaching experience at elementary level (except new graduates).
• Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum, instructional methods and current teaching techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and time management skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, families, team members, and others.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare lessons with knowledge of content and pedagogy.
• Establish a learning environment with high expectations and respectful interactions.
• Engage students with clear instruction, questions, and diverse activities.
• Use assessments to monitor progress and inform instruction.
• Perform other related duties to ensure effective teaching and learning.

Skills

Spanish language instruction

Communication skills

Time management

Relationship building

Education

PEL with Foreign Language Spanish endorsement or Substitute License

Job description

Oswego Community Unit School District 308 is seeking a Foreign Language - Spanish Leave Cover teacher for Thompson Junior High School. The position covers 11/20/26 to 12/18/26, with a daily rate of $125 for the first 10 days and $150 thereafter.

The ideal candidate holds an Illinois PEL with a Foreign Language Spanish endorsement or Substitute License, with demonstrated elementary teaching experience and strong communication, planning, and classroom management skills.