PLTW Engineering Teacher: Shape Tomorrow's Engineers (HS)

Thornton Fractional Township High School District 215; Calumet City (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Thornton Fractional Township High School District 215 in Illinois is seeking a Project Lead the Way Engineering Teacher to join our High-Needs Center for Academics & Technology. The position is full-time, exempt, and reports to the Principal or Designee.

You will lead PLTW courses, align instruction with district policies, assess student progress, collaborate with staff, and maintain accurate records while engaging families and supporting diverse learners.

Qualifications

• PEL/ELS must be endorsed in area(s) to be taught.
• PEL/ELS endorsed in Bilingual Education preferred.
• PLTW Introduction to Engineering Design or Principles of Engineering certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Remains current regarding ideas and methods which can improve instruction.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Adheres to the published policies and procedures of the District.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Works cooperatively with other school personnel in the identification, diagnosis, and remediation of individual students with specialized needs.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as allowed by contract.
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Performs any other related duties as requested by building administration.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Student engagement

Classroom management

Parent communication

Education

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS)

PLTW Introduction to Engineering Design certification

PLTW Principles of Engineering certification

Job description

Thornton Fractional Township High School District 215 in Illinois is seeking a Project Lead the Way Engineering Teacher to join our High-Needs Center for Academics & Technology. The position is full-time, exempt, and reports to the Principal or Designee.

You will lead PLTW courses, align instruction with district policies, assess student progress, collaborate with staff, and maintain accurate records while engaging families and supporting diverse learners.