Middle School Bilingual Teacher

District130; Illinois; On-site; USD 48,909 - 59,778; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Employee Wellness Program reimbursement

Job summary

A public school district in Illinois is seeking a Bilingual Teacher to provide instruction in English and Spanish across various subjects, including language arts and math. The role involves collaboration with other educators to create inclusive learning environments and modify lessons for diverse learning needs. Applicants need a valid Illinois Professional Educator License with bilingual endorsements and must be fluent in Spanish. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Illinois Professional Educator License with necessary endorsements.
• Ability to assess and adjust instruction based on student learning.
• Must speak, read, and write Spanish fluently.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction in English and Spanish for various subjects.
• Collaborate with general classroom teachers for co-teaching.
• Develop lesson plans and assessments aligned with curriculum standards.
• Communicate regularly with parents about student progress.

Skills

Fluent Spanish

Knowledge of WIDA standards

Classroom technology use

Flexible and creative teaching methods

Data analysis for instruction

Communication with diverse populations

Education

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

Middle school education endorsement

Bilingual (BSPA) endorsement

Tools

Google Classroom

Job description

• Position Type:
  Teaching/ Bilingual Teacher
• Date Posted:
  12/4/2025
• Location:
  District Wide
• Date Available:
  08/10/2026

Job Summary

The bilingual teacher provides direct instruction in both English and Spanish for English Language Arts and collaborates with the general classroom teachers, using the co‑teaching model, to provide support for students in math, social studies, and science. The bilingual teacher is responsible for working with the general classroom teacher to plan and co‑teach engaging lessons that are aligned to the curriculum and modified to meet the needs and abilities of the students. The bilingual teacher collaborates with the general education teacher to develop and implement modifications and intervention strategies, thus ensuring that students are successful, and their educational needs are met in all school settings. The bilingual teacher monitors student progress using a variety of assessments, and communicates regularly with parents, staff, and administrators. Two eighth grade positions are available for the 2026‑2027 school year.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develops lesson plans that demonstrate a knowledge of the important concepts and skills in all core subject areas, delivering instruction and providing support in both English and Spanish in the areas of language arts, math, science, and social studies.
• Prepares lesson plans that incorporate best practice instructional strategies, supporting the students’ academic development and bilingual proficiency.
• Develops learning outcomes that are rigorous and aligned to the district’s curriculum.
• Uses a variety of instructional resources and materials in planning engaging, rigorous, and differentiated activities that are structured to advance student learning.
• Designs a variety of student assessments that are aligned with the learning outcomes, using both formative and summative assessments to:
  • Monitor student progress toward the learning outcomes; and
  • Adapt instruction for the whole class, individuals, or small groups of students.
• Promotes positive and supportive relationships with students.
• Maximizes the use of instructional time by:
  • Establishing efficient classroom routines and procedures.
  • Guiding instructional groups; and
  • Managing classroom transitions.
• Manages classroom behavior by:
  • Communicating clear expectations for student conduct.
  • Proactively monitoring student behavior at all times; and
  • Responding to student misbehavior in an appropriate and respectful manner.
• Enhances the learning environment by:
  • Arranging the classroom to support instruction and student activities; and
  • Utilizing available technology and instructional resources to engage students.
• Uses questioning and discussion strategies during instruction to:
  • Engage students in critical thinking and reflection.
  • Encourage students to make connections, draw conclusions, and formulate arguments.
  • Challenge students to explain their thinking.
  • Strengthen students’ ability to develop their own questions; and
  • Assess student understanding.
• Engages students in activities and assignments that are intellectually challenging, allowing students to reflect on what they have learned.
• Reflects on instructional practices to improve teaching and student learning.
• Communicates frequently with families providing information about:
  • The instruction and learning that is taking place in the classroom.
  • The academic and social emotional progress of individual students; and
  • How families can participate in their students’ learning.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with middle school education and bilingual (BSPA) endorsements.
• Candidates who have obtained an ELS(TBE) license will also be considered.
• Strong knowledge of the WIDA and state standards, and instructional best practices in language, literacy, and mathematics.
• Foundational knowledge of Google Classroom applications and the ability to incorporate technology as a means of enhancing instruction.
• Individual must be flexible, creative and student centered.
• Ability to assess the learning of students and modify or enhance instruction as needed.
• Ability to analyze various forms of data and use the information to make instructional decisions.
• Knowledge of learning styles and skill in using standards-based varied teaching methods to address student learning styles.
• Able to work with a diverse student population and establish open and regular communication with parents and guardians.
• Candidate must be able to speak, read, and write Spanish fluently.

Salary and Benefits

• Starting salary of $54,344 (Please click the link to view the current salary schedule).
• Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
• Qualified candidates may be granted up to twenty years of verified full‑time teaching experience for credit on the salary schedule.
• We offer a mentoring program for teachers who are new to the District.
• The District offers a competitive benefits package, which includes health (Blue Cross Blue Shield), dental (Guardian), vision (VSP) and life insurance plans (2025-2026 CCSD130 Benefit Summary Guide).
• Reimbursement of up to $100 for goods and activities that promote wellness as part of the District's Employee Wellness Program.
• Employee assistance program offered to employees and their immediate family members.

Working Conditions

• Middle School Work Hours: 7:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.
• 180 days per year - August through May

Cook County School District 130 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Postings current as of 12/30/2025 11:41:37 AM CST.