Long Term Substitute - Physical Education **ANTICIPATED- beginning end Sept/beginning of October**

Oak Park Elementary District 97; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Park Elementary District 97 is seeking a PE Teacher for a temporary role in the Middle Grades 6-8, beginning late September/early October. The position is in the Core Instruction department, reporting to Beye, with daily instruction responsibilities aligned to district equity commitments.

The role focuses on developing lesson plans, delivering group and individual instruction, collaborating with colleagues and families, and maintaining accurate records of student progress.

Qualifications

• Substitute License or Professional Educator License with elementary or secondary endorsement required.
• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Physical Education endorsement preferred.
• Previous experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver lesson plans aligned to standards.
• Deliver group and individual instruction within curriculum.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff and administrators to address instructional dynamics.
• Respond to inquiries from parents regarding student progress.
• Maintain records and reports on student progress.

Skills

PE pedagogy

Instructional planning

Assessment design

Classroom management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Licensure required

Elementary/Secondary endorsement

Physical Education endorsement preferred

Tools

Office software

Job description

Position Type

PE Teacher: Temporary (beginning end of September/Beginning of October)

Middle School Teacher

Revised: December 2024

Perm/contract

26/27 School Year

Department

Core Instruction

Primary Reporting Location:

Beye

Level

Middle Grades 6-8

Salary

$160/day. After 21 consecutive days, $281/day

Date Available

Beginning in end of September/Beginning of October

Portrait Of a District 97 Leader

• Champions the vision of the school district
• Models a forward-thinking and innovative mindset
• Stewards public funds with a high sense of responsibility
• Leads with an unrelenting commitment to universal student success
• Demonstrates the ability to organize teams to achieve common goals
• Leads with an awareness of the cross-functional nature of district work
• Generates a culture of care for, learning with, and service to the community
• Aspires to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Demonstrates a passion for working with a culturally, racially linguistically diverse district team of administrators, educators, and staff in all roles
• Actively seeks feedback, including critical feedback intended for professional growth
• Understands the intersection of public school leadership, student learning, and equity
• Courageously addresses adult behavior that does not meet professional expectations

About This Role

The job of the Teacher is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process by serving as an instructional leader with the specific responsibility of supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom dynamics; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional programs and student progress in support of the district's equity commitments as expressed in Board Policy 7:12: Ensuring Racial and Educational Equity.

Essential Role Responsibilities

PLANNING AND PREPARATION

• Applying Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy
• Knowing and Valuing Students
• Setting Instructional Outcomes
• Using Resources Efficiently
• Planning Coherent Instruction
• Knowing and Valuing Students
• Designing and Analyzing Assessments

LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS

• Cultivating Respectful and affirming Environments
• Fostering a Culture for Learning
• Maintaining Purposeful Environments
• Supporting Positive Behavior
• Organizing Spaces for Learning

Learning Experiences

• Communicating About Purpose and Content
• Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques
• Engaging Students in Learning
• Using Assessment for Learning
• Responding Flexibly to Student Needs

Professional Responsibilities

• Engaging in Reflective Practice
• Documenting Student Progress
• Engaging Families and Communities
• Contributing to School Community and Culture
• Growing and Developing Professionally
• Acting in Service of Students

Content Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Knowledge of research-based instructional strategies and curriculum alignment with standards.
• Familiarity with district policies and procedures related to curriculum coordination and instructional support.
• Dedicated to creating inclusive and supportive learning environments for all students.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, utilizing tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Competent in operating standard office and classroom equipment, including computers and assigned software.
• Capability to understand and relate to students with special needs.
• Adherence to District organization, operations, policies, and objectives, as well as department and program goals.
• Skillful interpretation, application, and explanation of policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Effective communication, cooperation, and maintenance of cooperative working relationships with others.
• Accurate analysis of situations and adoption of effective courses of action.
• Ability to prioritize and schedule work efficiently.
• Proficient in maintaining records and preparing reports.
• Consistent, punctual, and regular attendance.

EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS And EXPERIENCE

• Substitute License, or Professional Educator License with applicable elementary, or secondary endorsement, required
• Physical Education endorsement preferred
• Previous experience preferred
• Bachelor's Degree, required

Physical Requirements

This position requires the performance of light work which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects. The position includes close visual acuity, frequent talking, hearing, walking and standing, occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling, and significant fine finger dexterity. The job is performed in non-hazardous environments and a clean atmosphere.

Oak Park Elementary School District 97 is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The mental demands, physical demands, and work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow an employee with disabilities to perform the essential functions.