Middle School Science Teacher

The Illinois Association of School Administrators; Lombard (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Association of School Administrators seeks a qualified educator to align instruction with district and state standards, connect content across disciplines, and differentiate learning. The role emphasizes building respectful classrooms and improving student outcomes.

The candidate will use assessments to inform instruction, establish clear expectations, and maintain professional relationships with colleagues and families within the district.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (Education) or related field required.
• Current Illinois Professional Educator License with Science endorsement for the position.

Responsibilities

• Establishes instructional outcomes based on district and state standards.
• Connects content knowledge to diverse disciplines and builds meaningful learning.
• Uses formative and summative assessments to guide instruction and differentiation.
• Maintains accurate records and communicates progress with families.

Skills

Clear communication

Observing student behavior

Creative lesson design

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Education)

Illinois Professional Educator License with Science endorsement

Job description

• Demonstrates content knowledge and makes connections between the content and all relevant disciplines.
• Understands child and adolescent development and displays an understanding of how students learn.
• Establishes and clearly articulates instructional outcomes based upon district curriculum guidelines, state standards, and/or content standards.
• Utilizes personnel resources as appropriate to enhance content and pedagogical knowledge.
• Provides relevant instructional goals that represent significant cognitive challenges with differentiation and meaningful learning.
• Uses assessment results to plan and modify instruction.
• Creates an environment of respect and rapport.
• Establishes a culture for learning.
• Establishes and manages classroom procedures to maximize learning time.
• Effectively manages student behavior through the establishment of rules and clear expectations that are fair and conducive to learning.
• Assures the classroom is safe and learning is equally accessible to all students.

Instruction

• Communicates expectations for learning to students clearly and accurately.
• Uses questioning and discussion techniques to successfully engage all students in the learning process.
• Engages students in the learning process through intellectual involvement with the content or active construction of understanding.
• Uses formative and summative assessments to inform the instructional process.
• Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness to ensure that all students learn.

Professional Responsibilities

• Reflects on teaching for improvement opportunities.
• Maintains accurate records.
• Communicates with students and families about student progress, respects cultural norms, and engages families in the instructional program.
• Develops and maintains professional relationships with colleagues which demonstrate mutual support and cooperation.
• Seeks professional development opportunities and welcomes professional feedback.
• Displays high standards of integrity and ethical conduct and fully complies with school and district regulations.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• The ability to communicate in ways students will understand, as well as with parents and administrators.
• Visually observing student behavior
• The creativity to create engaging lessons and inspire students to learn.

Qualifications

• Possess a Bachelor's Degree (Education) or related field.
• Current Illinois Professional Educator License with Science endorsementappropriate for the position.

Salary/Benefits

In accordance with the LEA Contract. New Contract has been approved and under review for the 2026-2027 school year.