Teacher – Middle School Experience (7th grade) - Summer Programming

Illinois School District U46; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 52,279 - 74,459; Part time

Job summary

Illinois School District U46 is seeking a Middle School Experience Teacher for summer programming across multiple Canton MS / Eastview MS / Hawk Hollow MS / Legacy MS / Tefft MS. The role emphasizes building strong relationships and delivering culturally relevant learning experiences for rising middle school students during the summer session.

The teacher will create a safe, engaging classroom, apply knowledge of adolescent development, and collaborate with families, staff, and the community to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related subject from a regionally accredited university.
• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with any teaching endorsement required.
• Teaching experience is preferred but not necessary for hiring.

Responsibilities

• Plans a program of study that follows district guidelines and meets the needs of students.
• Implements research-based teaching strategies that engage all students and acknowledge diverse backgrounds.
• Creates an environment conducive to learning and motivates students from varied cultural backgrounds.
• Implements current district curriculum and content that is grade level appropriate.
• Plans and guides learning toward mastery with clear objectives for all lessons and projects.
• Collaborates with colleagues, students, and parents regularly and as requested by administration.
• Implements assessments and communicates progress to students and parents.
• Maintains high expectations for achievement and behavior and motivates students to their best.
• Participates on curriculum, personnel, policy or professional development committees.
• Maintains accurate records as required by law and district policy.
• Assists administration in implementing student discipline policies and maintains order.

Skills

Common Core State Standards

Social Emotional Learning

Instructional technology

Education

Bachelor's degree in related subject

PEL with teaching endorsement

Job description

Middle School Experience Teacher – 7th grade (Canton MS / Eastview MS / Hawk Hollow MS / Legacy MS / Tefft MS)

Professional Learning: August 11 (4 hours)

Date: Thursday, August 13

Staff hours: 7:45 am – 12:15 pm

Student School Day: 8 am – 12 noon

Summer Experiences Rate: $46.20 (with TRS)

Position / Title

Teacher – Middle School Experience - Summer Programming

Bargaining Unit

SUM

Department/Location

Office of Schools

Calendar Days

2

Reports To

School Administrator

JD Revision Date

01/09/2026

Supervises

N/A

Function / Position Summary

To build strong relationships and provide high quality, culturally relevant educational experiences during the summer for students who will be attending middle school during the upcoming school year. The teacher is responsible for creating a safe, intellectually challenging learning environment in which each student is actively engaged in meaningful activities. The teacher uses knowledge of adolescent development and knowledge of the content area in educating a diverse student population. In addition, the teacher models learning as a life-long process by collaborating with students, parents, colleagues, and community.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Plans a program of study that follows district guidelines, and meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Implements research-based teaching strategies that engage all students, acknowledging a range of abilities of students and cultural backgrounds.
• Creates an environment conducive to learning and motivates students, acknowledging a range of abilities of students and cultural backgrounds.
• Implements current district curriculum and content that is grade level appropriate.
• Plans for and guides the learning process toward mastery of curriculum goals, and establishes clear objectives/targets for all lessons, units and projects that are clearly communicated to students.
• Collaborates with colleagues, students, and/or parents on a regular basis, and as requested by the administration.
• Implements assessments of student progress and communicates progress to students and parents.
• Sets high expectations for student achievement and behavior and motivates students to work to their highest potential.
• Participates on curriculum, personnel, policy or professional development committees related to the educational program.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law and district policy.
• Assists administration in implementing student discipline policies and maintains order in area(s) assigned and/or supervised in a fair and just manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the principal, or other administrative staff.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in a related subject from a regionally accredited university.
• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with any type of teaching endorsement, School Counselor, Librarian (Library Info Specialist or Media), or School Social Worker endorsement required.
• Teaching experience is preferred but not necessary for hiring.

Experience / Knowledge

• Must demonstrate knowledge of Common Core State Standards and Social Emotional Learning Standards.
• Must exhibit willingness and capacity to use all forms of current instructional technology.

Physical Demands

• Requires prolonged sitting or standing.
• Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push objects or materials up to 30 lbs. with proper technique.

Terms of Employment

This is a temporary position. Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education.