Physical Education Teacher (4th-6th Grade)

Grundy/Kendall HR Consortium; Kendall Township (IL); Vor Ort; USD 46.000 - 57.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Yorkville CUSD 115 seeks a Physical Education teacher for 4th through 6th grade at Yorkville Intermediate School for the 2026-2027 school year.

The role involves implementing district-approved curriculum, providing meaningful feedback to students and parents, and facilitating academic and emotional growth. Candidates must hold a valid PEL with K-9 endorsements and a PE endorsement.

Qualifikationen

• Must hold a current Professional Educator License (PEL) with endorsements for K-9.
• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or related discipline.
• Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and state/federal laws regarding education.

Aufgaben

• Develops and administers elementary curriculum aligned with district goals.
• Maintains a virtual or in-person classroom environment for individualized and small-group instruction.
• Creates lesson plans and instructional materials to maximize instructional time.
• Assesses student learning and adjusts instruction to meet individual needs, including students with disabilities.
• Communicates effectively with students, parents, and administration while promoting student growth.
• Engages in ongoing professional development and keeps up with educational research.
• Maintains accurate records of grades, attendance, and student achievement.
• Encourages parental involvement and clear communication about student progress.
• Ensures student conduct aligns with school policies and fosters a positive learning atmosphere.
• Coordinates with colleagues to evaluate curriculum and participates in meetings/committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate instructional materials and supplies.
• Administers standardized tests per district protocol.

Kenntnisse

Curriculum differentiation

Student assessment

Classroom management

Communication with parents

Data analysis for planning

Technology use

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education

Professional Educator License (PEL) K-9 endorsement

Elementary curriculum knowledge

Tools

Assessment software

Learning management systems

Jobbeschreibung

Physical Education Teacher (4th-6th Grade) JobID: 9681

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Physical Education

Yorkville CUSD 115 has an opening for a Physical Education teacher to support 4th through 6th Grade students at Yorkville Intermediate School for the 2026-2027school year.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION / POSITION SUMMARY:

To facilitate student success and growth by implementing district-approved curriculum, addressing the specific educational needs of individual students, and by creating a flexible, safe, and optimal learning environment. In accordance with the strategic plan and the mission and vision of the Board of Education, successful candidates are able to provide meaningful feedback to students, parents, and administration and facilitate the academic and emotional growth of students.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Develops and administers school elementary curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a virtual classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual students' needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the District.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievements, and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids, and other supplies and equipment.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with District testing protocol.

QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS:

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiating instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory, and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Qualifications Profile

• Must hold a current Professional Educator License (PEL) withappropriate endorsements for K-9.
• Physical EducationEndorsement

Education

Bachelors from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Experience

Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels a plus.

Starting Salary:

$51,612 /BS+0, year 1

This position is part of the Yorkville CBA, which can be found by clicking here .

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