Middle School Dual Language Teachers (Anticipated 25/26 SY)

Crystal Lake Elementary District 47; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution anticipates hiring Middle School Dual Language Teachers for the upcoming school year. This role focuses on delivering a bilingual curriculum to second language learners, fostering cultural awareness, and adapting teaching methods to meet diverse student needs. Candidates will engage in a two-way immersion classroom, utilizing their fluency in both English and Spanish to enhance learning experiences. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on students' educational journeys while promoting a dual language program that values linguistic and cultural diversity.

Qualifications

• Must have valid Illinois Professional Educator License and bilingual education qualifications.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is essential for teaching and communication.

Responsibilities

• Plan, teach, and assess curriculum in both English and Spanish.
• Maintain organized records and prepare reports of student progress.
• Collaborate with staff to solve learning and behavioral problems.

Skills

Fluent in English and Spanish

Knowledge of second language acquisition

Interpersonal communication skills

Curriculum adaptation

Cultural awareness promotion

Education

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License

Transitional Bilingual Educator License

Endorsement in Elementary Education (K-9)

Bilingual Education Teacher – Spanish

MS Endorsement in Language Arts and Social Studies

Job description

Middle School Dual Language Teachers (Anticipated 25/26 SY) JobID: 5938

• Position Type:
  Dual Language/Bilingual/ELL Teaching/ Dual Language
• Date Posted:
  1/7/2025
• Location:
  Middle Schools
• Date Available:
  25/26 SY
• Closing Date:
  Until Filled

Crystal Lake School District 47 has anticipated vacancies for Middle School Dual Language (SPANISH/ENGLISH) Teachers, beginning the 2025-2026 school year. The goals of this position are to deliver the curriculum in both English and Spanish to second language learners while using a variety of measures for assessments. Candidates will teach in a two-way immersion classroom.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be responsible for planning, teaching, and assessing all curricular areas as outlined by the Board of Education.
• Be able to teach each lesson in Spanish or English, depending on the grade level and language allocation.
• Have a deep understanding of second language acquisition.
• Use best practices for first and second language learners.
• Be able to adapt the curriculum and language level for individual students’ needs.
• Further the goal of cultural awareness through extracurricular family activities.
• Identify student needs and work cooperatively with other professional staff to solve learning, behavioral, and/or health problems.
• Maintain organized records and prepare reports of student progress in both languages.
• Maintain high standards of classroom behavior and cultural and linguistic sensitivity.
• Administer the ACCESS for ELLs, MAP, PARCC, and other mandated state and local assessments, depending on the grade level.
• Effectively communicate with parents in both English and Spanish through conferences and other methods.
• Be able to translate between languages both orally and in written form.
• Collaborate with grade level team and work with a district-wide dual language team to develop curriculum and further the goals of the dual language program.
• Participate in curriculum development projects, materials selection, and committee work.
• Increase professional competence by participating in district in-service, seeking out other professional growth opportunities, and following the district’s policies for continued university study.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License and Educator License w/ Stipulations-Transitional Bilingual Educator.
• Endorsement(s):
  • Elementary Education (K-9);
  • Bilingual Education Teacher – Spanish;
  • MS Endorsement in Language Arts and Social Studies.
• Be fluent and literate in English and Spanish.
• Be knowledgeable of elementary curriculum as well as second language acquisition.
• Promote the dual language program and its philosophies.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrate high levels of flexibility, have excellent interpersonal communication skills, articulation, concentration, confidentiality, organization and maintain a positive attitude.
• Physical requirements include sitting, standing, bending, walking, and lifting equipment and materials.
• High level of flexibility, articulation, concentration, and confidentiality.

Please Include: 3 Letters of Reference and/or Credential Packet, Transcripts, Resume.