Primary Bilingual Literacy Specialist

Berkeley School District 87; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

A public school district in the United States is looking for a Primary Bilingual Literacy Specialist to support Spanish-speaking students. The candidate must hold a valid Illinois Professional Educator License and a Bilingual-Spanish endorsement. The role involves developing teaching strategies, preparing lessons, and evaluating student progress. The position is full-time, requires collaboration with staff, and offers a supportive educational environment, including benefits and competitive pay according to the district's salary schedule.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bilingual-Spanish Endorsement.
• Reading Teacher or Reading Specialist Endorsement is required.
• Proper certification required.

Responsibilities

• Develop instructional strategies to enhance student growth.
• Prepare for and deliver engaging lessons.
• Evaluate student progress and maintain accurate records.
• Communicate educational initiatives to Administration, Staff and Community.
• Plan and implement study programs aligned to approved curriculum.
• Provide instruction and meet assigned classes in scheduled locations and times.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Effective Communication

Classroom Management

Education

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

Job description

Overview

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching

Date Posted: 1/27/2026

Location: Jefferson Primary School

Date Available: 2025-2026 School Year

Primary Bilingual Literacy Specialist

Bilingual-Spanish Endorsement Required • Reading Teacher or Reading Specialist Endorsement Required • Proper Certification Required • Effective 2024-2025 School Year

Qualifications

Qualifications: Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) appropriate for grade level and academic area endorsement or approval as per ISBE

Reports To

Building Administrators

Evaluation

As defined by PERA requirements

Work Calendar

Full-Time, 180 days or as per association agreement

Position Goal

Using the approved Board of Education curriculum, provide multiple teaching and learning strategies, technology and resources to challenge and enhance the intellectual, emotional and psychological growth and maturity of students

Rate of Pay/Benefits

See attached salary schedule for the 2024-2025 school year as per the negotiated agreement. The position includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits

Responsibilities

The Teacher shall be responsible for the following duties and perform other duties that may be assigned by administration:

Superintendent/Board

• Observe and adhere to all Board of Education policies and regulations, and all administrative rules and procedures (AR)
• Attend Board meetings when necessary to provide supportive materials and information
• Follow all State of Illinois codes relative to the requirements of the Educational program and curriculum
• Communicate educational initiatives, objectives and programs to the Administration, Staff and Community

Building

• Support the administration in implementing district practices and programs
• Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation and lesson design upon the request of the supervisor
• Plan and implement the program of study within the established curriculum approved by the Board of Education that meets the individual needs and abilities of all students
• Meet and provide instruction to assigned classes in the locations and times designated
• Develop, foster and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning using all available resources
• Establish clear instructional goals and objectives which adhere to the philosophy of the District and communicate these to students and parents
• Assist in the selection of books, materials, resources and equipment that enhance instruction
• Develop, design, and employ multiple teaching and learning instructional strategies to meet the needs of all students for high academic achievement
• Include technology and other media sources within the instructional framework to enhance and support the learning environment
• Uphold and enforce all school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy
• Attend and participate in faculty and other meetings as required
• Provide availability to meet with students and parents outside the instructional day
• Collaborate with other staff members in planning instructional methods, goals, and objectives
• Accept responsibility for assisting/attending co-curricular activities

Students

• Set, communicate and maintain a consistent standard a behavior within the classroom
• Set expectations for students to follow a standard of behavior and remain consistent in the enforcement of consequences should students not follow the standards
• Evaluate student progress on a regular basis and communicate the progress to parents
• Recognize student needs and seek assistance of other professional staff to help students solve social, emotional, physical and academic concerns
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by law, District policy and administrative regulations
• Treat all students with dignity, respect and fairness
• Practice all required emergency drills with students
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to provide for the safety of students

Individual

• Exhibit confidentiality in relation to students, parents and faculty.
• Develop a positive working relationship with administration, staff, students and parents
• Assume responsibility for personal and professional growth and development by attending meetings, workshops, conferences and continuing education classes as related to Common Core, Professional Learning Communities, STEM and other topics
• Remain current on effective teaching practices, techniques and learning strategies, literature, new research findings, technology and data collection
• Adhere to the new PERA law and Senate Bill 7 which describes the Illinois Learning Standards and requirements for good teaching
• Be knowledgeable of and adhere to the District Safety Plan
• Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect District equipment and facilities

Postings current as of 2/19/2026 11:52:23 PM CST.

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