Bilingual Teacher (Russian) (2025-2026 School Year)

JobID: 13557

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Bilingual Teacher

Date Posted:
3/25/2025

Location:
White Eagle Elementary School

Date Available:
8/2025

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Description:
Perform functions to instruct identified students ensuring each individual is provided with the knowledge, proficiencies and experiences necessary for academic and social success in a bilingual classroom setting.
This is a full-time position.

• Schedule, plan and instruct students on District and state approved curriculum in self-contained classrooms and in small group settings.

• Provide systematic instruction by teaching the lessons in English or a designated second language as is appropriate to meet student needs.

• Interact with students by speaking fluently and precisely, modeling good language and vocabulary usage in both English and a designated second language.

• Conduct screenings to determine student eligibility in program. Review and interpret results.

• Set high expectations for students and hold students accountable for their academic work.

• Construct and conduct assessments to evaluate progress.

• Monitor and review student progress via assessments, maintain records of student work, and develop intervention strategies to ensure student success and growth. Monitor own instructional effectiveness.

• Communicate both verbally and in writing with parents and students on progress. Encourage parent involvement in monitoring student progress.

• Collaborate with other grade level or departmental Teachers and support Teachers to plan, accommodate, implement and assess lessons and progress.

• Consult, provide advice and in-service to staff on issues relating to Bilingual education.

• Actively participate on various building and District teams or committees. Provide feedback and act as liaison to other building staff.

• Enforce and support school policies, philosophies and objectives with students and parents.

• Collaborate with other staff in planning, modifying, enhancing and implementing curriculum and school objectives.

• Participate in staff development and school improvement activities in order to maintain professional growth. Plan and incorporate best practices or new strategies.

• Maintain accurate and current records required by state and federal requirements.

• Establish a safe atmosphere conducive to a positive learning environment. Act as role model on appropriate behaviors ensuring social and emotional development is progressing normally.

• Participate in events outside of the regularly scheduled work day such as orientation, open houses or conferences.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: The qualified candidate will have a valid Illinois Professional Educator License with Bilingual Education Endorsement. Russian preferred.
Rate of pay: Salary is commensurate with education and experience. 25-26 Teacher Salary Schedule can be found here: IPEA 2025-2026 Salary & Stipend Schedule
Benefits: Benefits as described in the IPEA contract can be found here: IPEA Contract 2022-26
Working Conditions: Elementary school.
Selection Procedure: Qualified candidates will be contacted by the appropriate building administrator.