Social Science Teacher (Control Code: 20071)

VACANCY: The Valley View Public School District is seeking an individual to fill a full-time Social Science teaching position for the 2025-2026 school year.

JOB SUMMARY: The teacher is responsible to the Building Principal for: planning instructional lessons that meet the needs, interests and abilities of students; creating a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; and employing effective instructional techniques.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Applicants must hold the appropriate State of Illinois (PEL) Professional Educator License with multiple Social Science endorsements
• English background preferred
• World History& American Government Experience preferred
• Successful 9-12 teaching experience (preferred)
• Demonstrated skill in diagnosing, prescribing, assessing student learning, and appropriate record keeping
• Knowledge of current teaching techniques
• Applicants must be able to structure a classroom to maximize student learning
• Applicants must be able to establish effective communication skills with a variety of stakeholders
• Willingness to participate in co-curricular program as sponsor, supervisor or coach

WORKING CONDITIONS: Salary is in accordance with the teacher salary schedule. The District offers excellent fringe benefits such as health, dental and life insurance.

PAY SCALE AND BENEFIT DISCLOSURE:

Salary is in accordance with the teacher salary schedule.

Benefits:

• Medical/Vision and Dental coverage through BCBSIL
• FSA and Dependent Daycare accounts
• Life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Salary Advancement
• TRS contribution included in base salary
• 403B

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applicants should apply on line at www.vvsd.org and upload a letter of application with a resume and three (3) current letters of recommendation, dated within the last twelve (12) months.

SELECTION PROCEDURE: The deadline for receiving applications is open until filled. Interviews with selected applicants will be held as soon as practicable.


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