What are the responsibilities and job description for the Co-Taught Kindergarten Teacher position at Oak Park Elementary District 97?
Co-Taught Kindergarten Teacher
Revised: March 2025
Perm/contract
25/26 School Year
Department
Core Instruction
Primary Reporting Location:
Longfellow Elementary School
Level
Kindergarten
Salary
In accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement
Date Available
SY25-26
Benefits
Insurance: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance are available
Leaves: paid sick, and personal days provided
Pre-Tax Retirement Plans (e.g.403b available)
Portrait Of a District 97 Leader
The job of the Teacher is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process by serving as an instructional leader with the specific responsibility of supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom dynamics; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional programs and student progress in support of the district’s equity commitments as expressed in Board Policy 7:12: Ensuring Racial and Educational Equity.
Essential Role Responsibilities
PLANNING AND PREPARATION
This position requires the performance of light work—which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects. The position includes close visual acuity, frequent talking, hearing, walking and standing, occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling, and significant fine finger dexterity. The job is performed in non-hazardous environments and a clean atmosphere.
Revised: March 2025
Perm/contract
25/26 School Year
Department
Core Instruction
Primary Reporting Location:
Longfellow Elementary School
Level
Kindergarten
Salary
In accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement
Date Available
SY25-26
Benefits
Insurance: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance are available
Leaves: paid sick, and personal days provided
Pre-Tax Retirement Plans (e.g.403b available)
Portrait Of a District 97 Leader
- Champions the vision of the school district
- Models a forward-thinking and innovative mindset
- Stewards public funds with a high sense of responsibility
- Leads with an unrelenting commitment to universal student success
- Demonstrates the ability to organize teams to achieve common goals
- Leads with an awareness of the cross-functional nature of district work
- Generates a culture of care for, learning with, and service to the community
- Aspires to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
- Demonstrates a passion for working with a culturally, racially linguistically diverse district team of administrators, educators, and staff in all roles
- Actively seeks feedback, including critical feedback intended for professional growth
- Understands the intersection of public school leadership, student learning, and equity
- Courageously addresses adult behavior that does not meet professional expectations
The job of the Teacher is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process by serving as an instructional leader with the specific responsibility of supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom dynamics; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional programs and student progress in support of the district’s equity commitments as expressed in Board Policy 7:12: Ensuring Racial and Educational Equity.
Essential Role Responsibilities
PLANNING AND PREPARATION
- Applying Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy
- Knowing and Valuing Students
- Setting Instructional Outcomes
- Using Resources Efficiently
- Planning Coherent Instruction
- Knowing and Valuing Students
- Designing and Analyzing Assessments
- Cultivating Respectful and Affirming Environments
- Fostering a Culture for Learning
- Maintaining Purposeful Environments
- Supporting Positive Behavior
- Organizing Spaces for Learning
- Communicating About Purpose and Content
- Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques
- Engaging Students in Learning
- Using Assessment for Learning
- Responding Flexibly to Student Needs
- Engaging in Reflective Practice
- Documenting Student Progress
- Engaging Families and Communities
- Contributing to School Community and Culture
- Growing and Developing Professionally
- Acting in Service of Students
- Knowledge of research-based instructional strategies and curriculum alignment with standards.
- Familiarity with district policies and procedures related to curriculum coordination and instructional support.
- Dedicated to creating inclusive and supportive learning environments for all students.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills, utilizing tact, patience, and courtesy.
- Competent in operating standard office and classroom equipment, including computers and assigned software.
- Capability to understand and relate to students with special needs.
- Adherence to District organization, operations, policies, and objectives, as well as department and program goals.
- Skillful interpretation, application, and explanation of policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
- Effective communication, cooperation, and maintenance of cooperative working relationships with others.
- Accurate analysis of situations and adoption of effective courses of action.
- Ability to prioritize and schedule work efficiently.
- Proficient in maintaining records and preparing reports.
- Consistent, punctual, and regular attendance.
- Professional Educator License with applicable elementary endorsement
- English as a second language endorsement preferred
- Previous experience preferred
This position requires the performance of light work—which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects. The position includes close visual acuity, frequent talking, hearing, walking and standing, occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling, and significant fine finger dexterity. The job is performed in non-hazardous environments and a clean atmosphere.
