Kindergarten Teacher at Cumberland/Central Elementary Schools SY 25-26

Des Plaines School District 62; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Des Plaines School District 62 is seeking a passionate Kindergarten teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The role involves teaching in the morning and afternoon sessions at two schools, with an emphasis on fostering an innovative learning environment and nurturing compassionate lifelong learners. Candidates must possess a valid Illinois Professional Educator License and a Bachelor's degree, along with a preference for experience in elementary teaching.

Benefits

Paid sick and personal time

Fully paid individual health benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required.
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License needed.
• Experience as an elementary teacher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Kindergarten at Cumberland and Central schools.
• Create an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with staff and community.

Skills

Elementary teaching experience

Compassion

Innovative teaching methods

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with elementary endorsement

EL/ML endorsement

Job description

Community Consolidated School District 62 in Des Plaines, Illinois is seeking a Kindergarten teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This position will teach at Cumberland in the morning session and Central in the afternoon session.

Mission

The mission of District 62 is to cultivate an inclusive, innovative learning environment that inspires students to explore robust academics, advance their potential and to be compassionate lifelong learners.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university. 2.Current valid Illinois Professional Educator License with an elementary endorsement. 3. Experience as an elementary teacher is preferred. 4. EL/ML endorsement preferred.
  
  

District Information

District 62 has approximately 4,500 students in grades preK-8 in 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 early learning center, and 1 year-round, K-8 school.

Compensation Information

• This position is part of the Des Plaines Education Association and salaries are part of the collective bargaining agreement. This position includes paid sick and personal time. Salary information can be found here: Certified Salary Information Additional information can be found Under “Contract Information” here: https://www.d62.org/our-story/departments/human-resources
• This position includes fully paid individual health benefits. All benefits information can be found here: https://ccsd62.benefithub.com/app/home
  
  

Application Procedure

Apply online at https://tinyurl.com/D62Hires and complete the online application, including uploading a resume, letter of introduction, references and transcripts.

Selection Procedure

All applications will be reviewed and qualified applicants will be recommended for further interview consideration by the building Principal. After interviews are completed, the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources will make a recommendation to the Board of Education via the Superintendent.