What are the responsibilities and job description for the Classroom Teacher (K-2) position at Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123?
Title: Elementary Classroom Teacher (K-2)
Job Requirements
The mission of School District 123 is “Learning Today for a Successful Tomorrow.” We believe each child has unlimited potential and deserves equal access to a challenging and comprehensive curriculum in a safe, secure, and appropriate environment.
Direct Supervisor
Building Principal
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical demands and working conditions required of this position.
Hours/Day: (CBA – Art. II – Section 10.A)
Months/Year: (CBA – Art. II – Section 10.B)
Link to Salary Schedule -> Under "Employee Negotiated Agreements"
https://www.d123.org/departments/finances/budget-financial-reports
Evaluation
Performance in this position will be evaluated by the Building Principal in accordance with the Board of Education’s policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel. The School Board of Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 prohibits any and all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, age, homelessness, or disability or other basis prohibited by law in any of its programs, services, activities or employment.
Job Requirements
- Minimum Qualifications - Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate endorsement
- Previous experience is preferred but not required
The mission of School District 123 is “Learning Today for a Successful Tomorrow.” We believe each child has unlimited potential and deserves equal access to a challenging and comprehensive curriculum in a safe, secure, and appropriate environment.
Direct Supervisor
Building Principal
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical demands and working conditions required of this position.
- Demonstrate support for the Mission, Vision, and Goals of the Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123
- Uphold the established Board of Education policies, regulations, and administrative procedures
- Plan and implement appropriate instruction using methods and materials which are most appropriate for meeting district goals and objectives
- Evaluate students on a regular basis and provide reports as required
- Create a classroom and school environment that is conducive to learning and is age appropriate
- Communicate and cooperate with colleagues, students, parents, and the community as needed to meet professional standards
- Maintain and improve professional competence
- Participate in meetings and perform other responsibilities as assigned by the principal or designee in accordance with the Board of Education
- Apply student learning theory, brain-based learning, and differentiated instruction
- Ability to sit/stand for prolonged periods of time
- Utilize technology to promote learning, creativity, collaboration
- Regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job
Hours/Day: (CBA – Art. II – Section 10.A)
Months/Year: (CBA – Art. II – Section 10.B)
Link to Salary Schedule -> Under "Employee Negotiated Agreements"
https://www.d123.org/departments/finances/budget-financial-reports
Evaluation
Performance in this position will be evaluated by the Building Principal in accordance with the Board of Education’s policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel. The School Board of Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 prohibits any and all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, age, homelessness, or disability or other basis prohibited by law in any of its programs, services, activities or employment.
