TEACHER KINDERGARTEN DL (One Year Only)

TEACHER KINDERGARTEN DL (One Year Only) JobID: 45535 Position Type: Teacher Bilingual/Bilingual Elementary School Teacher Date Posted: 6/24/2026 Location: Highland Elementary Date Available: 08/24/2026 Closing Date: Until Filled Additional Information: Show/Hide Position / Title: Teacher Dual Language-Two Way Bargaining Unit: ETADepartment/Location: Multilingual and Multicultural Education Calendar Days: 184Reports To: Building Principal JD Revision Date: 03/28/2023Supervises: N/A Function / Position Summary To implement the U-46 curriculum and initiatives with fidelity to improve academic achievement for all students. Job Duties / Responsibilities Plans a program of study that follows district guidelines and, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students. Implements researched-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 through effective communication and evaluative feedback. Implements current district curriculum and subject matter that is grade level appropriate. Plans for and guides the learning process toward the mastery of curriculum goals, and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects that are clearly communicated to students. Implements school improvement plans and strategies. Collaborates with colleagues, students, and/or parents on a regular basis, and as requested by the administration. Implements formative and summative assessments of student progress to drive instruction and communicates progress to students and parents. Administer ELL testing (ACCESS and/or any required testing for ELL students). Sets high expectations for student achievement and behavior and motivates students to work to their highest potential. Assists in the referral and diagnosis of students with learning difficulties, seeking assistance from other school personnel as required. Works cooperatively with building principal and/or director in assessing his/her teaching strengths and weaknesses, and planning and implementing a program to improve his/her teaching competencies. 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. Education Bachelor's degree in related subject from accredited university. Professional Educator License (PEL) with the appropriate Elementary or Early Childhood endorsement and a Bilingual Education Teacher-Spanish endorsement; OR PEL with the appropriate Elementary or Early Childhood endorsement and an Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) with a Transitional Bilingual Educator (TBE) endorsement in Bilingual Education Teacher-Spanish. Teaching experience is preferred but not necessary for hiring.Experience in at least one of the grade levels of a multi-grade is preferred. Recent experience in the sought position is preferred. Experience / Knowledge Knowledge of the Illinois Learning Standards (CCSS 2014). Knowledge of Illinois English Language Proficiency Standards for ELL (English Language Development Standards). Knowledge of Spanish Language Arts Standards. Knowledge of and ability to implement the RtI process and tiered instruction and interventions. Multicultural awareness and experience working with the diverse student demographics represented in U-46. Fluent oral and written Spanish and English language skills. Deep understanding of second language acquisition. Physical Demands Requires prolonged sitting or standing. Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials. Occasional stooping, bending, and reac…