Teacher - Bilingual Math

ROE; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school district seeks a Bilingual Classroom Teacher to provide personalized instruction in mathematics. The role involves implementing curriculum, fostering a supportive learning environment, and collaborating with students' families. Ideal candidates will have a Professional Educators License and experience in bilingual education.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience and proficiency in English and native language preferred.
• Endorsement in Middle School Math and Bilingual (Spanish).

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized bilingual instructional programs.
• Create a child-centered learning environment.
• Maintain up-to-date lesson plans.

Skills

Bilingual Instruction

Child-Centered Learning

Curriculum Implementation

Education

Professional Educators License

Job description

Position Type:
Middle School Teaching/ Mathematics

Date Posted:
5/9/2025

Location:
Robert Abbott Middle School

Closing Date:
05/30/2025

District:
Waukegan Community Unit District 60

Provide a personalized bilingual instructional program that is compatible with the abilities, needs and learning characteristics of each student

Implement prescribed curriculum

Create a child-centered learning environment that is characterized by the consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices

Follow prescribed curriculum, instructional methods and materials

Employ creative methods of instruction and utilize a variety of bilingual materials within the structure of the designated curriculum

Become acquainted with the characteristics, needs, abilities and problems of each child through personal interaction and by seeking information from psycho-educational reports, hearing and vision reports, staffing notes, end-of-the-year student status reports, etc.

Inform the building principal whenever a student's attendance is unsatisfactory

Supply the building principal and Director of English Language Learner Programs with any abnormal attendance reports on any student

Report student address and telephone number changes to the Department of English Language Learner Programs

Provide the building principal and the Director of English Language Learner Programs with an up-to-date copy of the schedule of classroom activities that the teacher is following

Maintain up-to-date lesson plans that include all bilingual areas to be taught

Use the designated methods of reporting student progress to parents

Attend specified in-service meetings and conferences with the Director of English Language Learner Programs

Develop a close relationship with each student's parents or guardians

Use teacher aides or helpers in accord with the designated job descriptions

Perform such other professional duties as may be assigned by the building principal, Director of English Language Learner Programs and the Department of Academic Affairs

Who We Are:
Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 serves nearly 14,000 students in preschool through grade 12 and is located halfway between Chicago, Illinois and Milwaukee, Wisconsin on the shores of Lake Michigan. The District has 1 early learning center, 15 elementary schools, five middle schools and a high school program divided between two 9th– 12thgrade campuses. The District encompasses portions of Waukegan, Beach Park and Park City.

Why We Do This Work:
The Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 has set an ambitious agenda for change, guided by the belief that all children, regardless of circumstances, can achieve at high levels and academic gaps can and will be eliminated with the support of teachers who deliver engaging, relevant, and academically rigorous instruction that excites students and instills a love of learning in them.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Bilingual Classroom Teacher will be directly responsible to the building principal for all matters pertaining to the operation of the school plan, in-building administrative and personnel procedures, and general or district-wide policies. He/She will be indirectly responsible to the Director of English Language Learner Programs for all matters pertaining to curriculum, instructional methods, assessment and materials.

Responsibilities :

Provide a personalized bilingual instructional program that is compatible with the abilities, needs and learning characteristics of each student

Implement prescribed curriculum

Create a child-centered learning environment that is characterized by the consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices

Follow prescribed curriculum, instructional methods and materials

Employ creative methods of instruction and utilize a variety of bilingual materials within the structure of the designated curriculum

Become acquainted with the characteristics, needs, abilities and problems of each child through personal interaction and by seeking information from psycho-educational reports, hearing and vision reports, staffing notes, end-of-the-year student status reports, etc.

Inform the building principal whenever a student's attendance is unsatisfactory

Supply the building principal and Director of English Language Learner Programs with any abnormal attendance reports on any student

Report student address and telephone number changes to the Department of English Language Learner Programs

Provide the building principal and the Director of English Language Learner Programs with an up-to-date copy of the schedule of classroom activities that the teacher is following

Maintain up-to-date lesson plans that include all bilingual areas to be taught

Use the designated methods of reporting student progress to parents

Attend specified in-service meetings and conferences with the Director of English Language Learner Programs

Develop a close relationship with each student's parents or guardians

Use teacher aides or helpers in accord with the designated job descriptions

Perform such other professional duties as may be assigned by the building principal, Director of English Language Learner Programs and the Department of Academic Affairs

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

Qualifications:Professional Educators License Teaching experience and proficiency in the English and native language of students preferred.

Endorsement(s): Middle School Math and Bilingual (Spanish)

Compensation: Salary Structure

Application Deadline: Candidates must submit an online application by closing date. Only online applications will be considered.
Apply: www.wps60.org

Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 offers employment opportunities
without regard to age, gender, race, color, national origin, religion, marital or military/veteran status, gender identity,sexual
orientation, pregnancy, parental status, genetics, disability or other protected category.