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DuPage ROE; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is looking for a passionate Substitute Library Media Center Teacher to foster a love for reading and information literacy at Briar Glen Elementary. This role involves creating an inviting learning environment, promoting literacy skills, and guiding students in technology and research methodologies. Ideal candidates will possess a Professional Educator License with relevant endorsements and demonstrate a commitment to high standards in education. Join this dynamic team and make a meaningful impact on students' learning experiences during a maternity leave period.

Qualifications

• Hold a Professional Educator License with relevant endorsements.
• Knowledge of literacy development and technology integration.

Responsibilities

• Provide an engaging Library Media Center program for students.
• Promote reading and information literacy through various activities.

Skills

Literacy Development

Technology Integration

Research Skills

Inquiry Learning

Education

Professional Educator License (PEL)

Endorsements: Elementary Education K-9

Endorsements: Library Information Specialist

Job description

Position Details

• Position Type: Substitute/ Substitute Teacher
• Date Posted: 4/28/2025
• Location: Briar Glen Elementary
• Date Available: 08/18/2025
• Closing Date: Once Filled
• District: Community Consolidated District 89

Description

Community Consolidated School District 89 is seeking a substitute Library Media Center Teacher for Briar Glen Elementary School (Wheaton, IL) for the 2026 school year (approximate dates 8/18/2025 - 11/11/2025) during a maternity leave.

Job Summary

To provide all students with an ongoing program in the Library Media Center that creates and maintains a teaching and learning environment that is inviting, safe, readily accessible, and conducive to student learning. This teacher will actively promote reading, information literacy skills, and information resource use through activities including book clubs, reading programs, reading initiatives, and other special events while instructing students and staff in information and technology literacy skills, including reading for understanding, the research process, engaging inquiry, collaboration, critical thinking, and understanding copyright, fair use, and licensing of intellectual property.

Qualifications

Ideally, the most qualified candidates will hold a Professional Educator License (PEL) with Illinois State Board of Education with at least one of the following endorsements: Elementary Education K-9 (ELEM), Self-Contained General Education K-9 (SCGE), Library Information Specialist (LIS), or Technology Specialist. Candidates should have knowledge of literacy development, technology integration and use, research, and inquiry learning. Candidates with other endorsements and experiences may also be considered.

Employment Expectations

All district employees are expected to uphold high standards in school relationships, demonstrate integrity and honesty, be considerate and cooperative, and maintain professional relationships with students, parents, staff, and others, in line with the district’s vision of fostering student learning, self-worth, and enjoyment of school.

Compensation

In accordance with the teachers' Collective Bargaining Agreement (currently under negotiations).

Application Procedure

Applications are complete when all required materials are submitted, including:

1. Online application for this position
2. Letter of interest
3. Unofficial transcripts from colleges/universities
4. Three recent letters of recommendation related to this position
5. Current resume

Apply online at http://www.ccsd89.org/. Attach all documents electronically. Please do not call the district office regarding applications.