Language Arts Teacher

Schaumburg Community Consolidated School District 54; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaumburg Community Consolidated School District 54 is seeking a Language Arts Teacher for the 2027-2028 school year. This full-time, 10-month position requires designing engaging, standards-aligned lessons and fostering a dynamic learning environment in middle grades.

The teacher will differentiate instruction, use data to guide instruction, integrate technology, and collaborate with families and staff to promote student success. Illinois licensure is required or in progress.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging lessons aligned with the District 54 curriculum, Illinois Learning Standards, and best practices in language arts instruction.
• Teach a variety of language arts skills and concepts, including reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language usage.
• Differentiate instruction and use diverse assessments to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Integrate technology to enhance student learning and collaboration.
• Establish a positive, inclusive classroom community that supports respect and belonging.
• Regularly assess student learning and analyze data to inform instruction and interventions.
• Collaborate with PLCs and families to support student progress and success.
• Maintain student records and participate in professional development and school activities.

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Schaumburg Community Consolidated School District 54 DISTRICT - Schaumburg, Illinois Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Aug 16, 2027

Job Description

Full-time, 10-month position for 2027-2028 school year.

Job Summary: The junior high teacher creates a dynamic and engaging learning environment that fosters critical thinking, effective communication, collaboration and promotes social and emotional well-being. The teacher will implement research-based instructional practices, differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs, and collaborate with colleagues, families, and support staff to ensure student success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Curriculum and Instruction:
• Develop and implement engaging lessons aligned with the District 54 curriculum, Illinois Learning Standards, and best practices in language arts instruction.
• Teach a variety of language arts skills and concepts, including reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language usage.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies and assessments to differentiate instruction and meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Integrate technology into language arts instruction to enhance student learning.
• Create a learning environment that promotes critical thinking, creativity, communication and collaboration.
• Classroom Management:
• Establish a positive, engaging, and inclusive classroom community that fosters respect, responsibility, and a sense of belonging.
• Implement effective classroom management strategies to maintain a safe and productive learning environment.
• Teach and reinforce positive behavior expectations and social skills.
• Manage classroom resources and materials effectively.
• Assessment and Data Analysis:
• Regularly assess student learning using a variety of formative and summative assessments.
• Analyze formal and informal student data to drive instruction, differentiate learning experiences, and monitor student progress.
• Use data to identify student needs and provide targeted interventions.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Within Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), collaborate to plan and implement curriculum, share best practices, and analyze student data to support learning.
• Collaborate with appropriate school and district-wide staff to ensure necessary support for students.
• Communicate effectively with families regarding student progress, classroom activities, and school events.
• Build positive relationships with families to create and maintain a supportive home-school partnership.
• Professional Responsibilities:
• Maintain accurate student records and complete required reports.
• Participate in professional development opportunities.
• Contribute to the school community by participating in committees, faculty meetings, and school events.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building or district administration.
• Maintain professionalism and adhere to district policies and procedures.
• Participate reflectively in the teacher evaluation process in order to grow capacity as an educator.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by building or district administration .
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with:
• Elementary Education endorsement OR Secondary Education endorsement with a Middle School endorsement and Language Arts endorsement.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to handle or feel materials. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus .

Language Arts Teacher

Schaumburg Community Consolidated School District 54 DISTRICT - Schaumburg, Illinois Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in School District 54

Job Details

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $49,833 to $106,642 Per Year

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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