Pre-K Dual Language Substitute Teacher

Bensenville-School-District-2; Bensenville (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Bensenville School District 2 seeks a qualified Pre-K Dual Language Long-Term Substitute Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role runs from late February 2027 through approximately June 2027, up to 12 weeks, delivering bilingual instruction in English and Spanish.

The ideal candidate has a valid Illinois PEL, is bilingual, and possesses or aspires to an early childhood endorsement. Collaboration with the Pre-K team and families is essential to student growth and a nurturing classroom

Qualifications

• Requires fluency in Spanish and English to support bilingual dual language instruction.
• Experience working in dual language or bilingual education settings preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills essential for family and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate Pre-K instruction aligned with standards.
• Support English and Spanish language development within the dual language program.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse developmental needs of young learners.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing, structured classroom environment.
• Collaborate with Pre-K team, dual language colleagues, support staff, and families.
• Document student progress and milestones; complete required records and documentation.
• Participate in PD, meetings, and school activities; support district goals.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Illinois PEL (Professional Educator License)

Early childhood endorsement

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

Pre-K Dual Language Long-Term Substitute Teacher

School Year: 2026-2027

Position Dates: Approximately February 24, 2027, through approximately June 3, 2027 (up to 12 weeks)

Description: Bensenville School District 2 is seeking a qualified Pre-K Dual Language Long-Term Substitute Teacher to provide high-quality instruction in a dual language early childhood classroom. This position will begin approximately February 24, 2027, and continue through the end of the school year.

The substitute teacher will be responsible for continuing the instructional program established for the classroom, supporting early learning and language development in both English and Spanish, and maintaining a safe, nurturing, structured, and inclusive learning environment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong instructional and classroom management skills, establish positive relationships with young children, and work collaboratively with the Pre-K team, dual language colleagues, support staff, and families to promote student growth and development.

Qualifications:

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) appropriate for the assignment
• Bilingual Spanish language proficiency required
• Early childhood education endorsement preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field preferred
• Previous teaching or early childhood classroom experience preferred
• Experience in a dual language or bilingual education setting preferred
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills

Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with early learning standards and established classroom plans
• Support language development and learning in both English and Spanish in accordance with the District's dual language program model
• Implement age-appropriate learning activities that support children's social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse developmental needs of young learners
• Establish and maintain a safe, positive, nurturing, and structured classroom environment
• Implement classroom routines, procedures, and expectations appropriate for Pre-K students
• Support children's social-emotional development, positive peer interactions, and growing independence
• Monitor student progress and document developmental and learning milestones as appropriate
• Collaborate with the Pre-K team, dual language colleagues, support staff, and administration
• Communicate appropriately and professionally with families and staff
• Maintain accurate student records and complete required documentation
• Participate in professional development, meetings, and school activities as appropriate
• Support the District's educational philosophy, goals, and student achievement initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Fluency in Spanish and English
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team
• Commitment to developmentally appropriate, student-centered instructional practices
• Ability to build positive relationships with young children, families, and staff
• Ability to maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging early childhood classroom environment
• Ability to effectively support instruction within a dual language classroom

Physical Demands:

• Ability to read and communicate effectively with employees and students of the District
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions provided in written, diagram, or oral form
• Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel, or operate objects or controls, and reaching with hands and arms
• Vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus
• May be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 20 pounds
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Compensation:

$250 per day

This is a long-term substitute position beginning approximately February 24, 2027, and continuing for up to 12 weeks.