Teacher (7TH GRADE-Language Arts)

Teacher responsible for the instruction, progress, and discipline of 7th grade Language Arts students at Richard Edwards School. Requires planning, implementing, and evaluating instruction, as well as maintaining accurate records and promoting student growth and self-discipline.

Requirements

• Successful completion of all student teaching requirements and all course work required to obtain the appropriate teaching certificate(s) issued by the Illinois State Board of Education
• Valid teaching license issued by the Illinois State Board of Education, such as Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS)
• Knowledge of subject matter consistent with state certification requirements, contemporary principles and practices of teaching, and classroom and behavior management techniques
• Ability to modify instruction to meet student needs, cooperate with the school faculty and administration, and work effectively with pupils, parents, and guardians, staff members, and community representatives

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: comprehensive health coverage, medical plan options, pharmacy, dental, vision, behavioral health & EAP, employee wellness program
• Financial Security: basic life insurance, life and disability insurance, pension plans, supplemental retirement plans (403(b) and 457(b)), flexible spending accounts (FSAs), spot pet insurance
• Work-Life Balance: paid leave, sick leave, vacation days, parental leaves, short-term disability, religious holidays, leaves