Language Arts/Social Studies Teacher 2025-2026

Sylvania; Orland Park (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated educator to foster student growth in a supportive environment. This role involves implementing district-approved curricula, documenting student progress, and addressing individual educational needs. The ideal candidate will create a flexible and safe learning atmosphere, providing feedback to students and parents. Join a forward-thinking team committed to academic excellence and student success, where your contributions will make a significant impact on young lives.

Qualifications

• Required endorsements for Language Arts and Social Studies for Grades 5-8.
• Preferred experience teaching junior high students.

Responsibilities

• Guide learning processes to meet district curriculum goals.
• Create a conducive classroom environment for students.
• Assess student learning and provide progress reports.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum Development

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Education

ISBE PEL with Language Arts endorsement

ISBE PEL with Social Studies endorsement

Additional endorsements

Job description

Supervisor: Principal / Assistant Principal
Salary: Per Teacher's Collective Bargaining Agreement, Contract Extension and Benefits / Benefit Premiums
Work Schedule: School Year

Will screen applications as submitted and schedule interviews accordingly

Summary: Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Qualifications / Experience

• ISBE PEL with Language Arts, Grades 5-8 endorsement, required.
• ISBE PEL with Social Studies, Grades 5-8 endorsement, required.
• Additional endorsements, preferred.
• Previous experience teaching junior high students, preferred.
• Experience teaching junior high Communication/Research, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guides the learning process toward achievement of district approved curriculum goals and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects; to communicate these objectives to students.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate superior.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media.
• Strives to implement by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Assesses the learning of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.

Apply: Applicants should complete the online application and upload all supplementary materials electronically. Hard-copy materials are not accepted. The online application may be accessed by visiting our website:https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/osd135

We are an equal opportunity employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.