School Services - School Special Education Teacher - $46-52 per hour Cross Country Education
Homer Glen, IL10 days ago
- $46.10–$52.30 Per Hour
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6th grade Science teacher
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Duties
Duties: The primary responsibility of the classroom teacher is to develop lessons plans and deliver engaging, differentiated instruction that is aligned with the curriculum. Candidates should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the common core state standards, Next Generation Science Standards, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning. The classroom teacher collaborates with other teachers, professional staff, and administrators in addressing a variety of instructional issues. A classroom teacher communicates with students; parents/guardians regarding instructional programs and student progress. The classroom teacher is responsible for creating an environment of respect and rapport, and establishing a culture for learning in which safety and order is the norm. District 155 expects teacher candidates to be child-centered professionals with a high degree of energy, flexibility, and initiative. Expectations are that teachers are good communicators, have well-developed interpersonal skills, practice reflective teaching, and seek continuous self-improvement.
Responsibilities:
Teaches science to pupils in a classroom utilizing concepts and pedagogy adopted by the Board and other appropriate learning activities.
Instruct pupils in citizenship and subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom
Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupils' progress as it relates to our curriculum.
Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude and learning problems.
Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays and bulletin boards.
Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and/or self-selected professional growth activities.
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
Participates in curriculum development programs that follow NGSS standards
Participates in faculty committees and sponsorship of pupil activities.
Is a full participant as an instructor and team member in the implementation of intervention strategies, differentiation and interventions.
Other duties as assigned by administration.
Qualifications
Must possess a valid Illinois teaching certification with a Science endorsement for appropriate grade level.
Salary/Benefits
Salary is regionally competitive. Full benefit package according to Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Additional Notes
Working Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position's functions require some agility to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and fine finger dexterity to enter information into the different school data systems.
How to Apply
www.calumetcity155.org
Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page
www.applitrack.com/sd155/onlineapp/
Email Address
amorgan@calumetcity155.org
School District
www.applitrack.com/sd155/onlineapp/
Position Website
http://www.applitrack.com/sd155/onlineapp/
ILearn Link
ILearn
Report Card Link
District Report Card
Job Posting Date
4/14/2026
Start Date
8/17/2026
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District Name Calumet City SD #155 Building Name Wentworth Jr. High Address 560 Superior Ave.
Calumet City, IL 60409 Phone (708) 862-7665 Fax (708) 868-7555 IASA Region Cook South County Cook (South) County Employment Type Full-time permanent Job Category Science Grade Level Jr. High Middle School
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