2025-2026 School Year - Dual Language Middle School Teacher - Science

Illinois Association Of School • Berwyn, IL

91d

About The Position

The Dual Language, Middle School Science Teacher instructs students, facilitates student learning, monitors progress, disciplines as necessary, and performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• Professional Educator License issued by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)
• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university; Master's Degree preferred
• Appropriate subject area content endorsements; must have Middle School endorsements in Science
• Must have Bilingual endorsement in Spanish
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
• Ability to read, write, and speak proficiently in Spanish
• Prior experience working with children/adolescents
• Passion for working with children/adolescents
• Strong desire and commitment to educating Berwyn's youth
• Subject matter knowledge consistent with state certification requirements
• Understanding of effective teaching principles and familiarity with contemporary best practices and strategies with regard to classroom management and behavior management
• Ability to modify instruction based on student needs
• Ability and willingness to cooperate with faculty and administrators to meet identified short- and long-term targets and execute an overall education program
• Understanding of the complex physical, intellectual, and social-emotional needs of students
• Ability to read, write, and speak proficiently in English; ability to interpret lesson plans, procedures and textbooks; ability to present information effectively and respond appropriately to questions and concerns from students, administrators and parents
• Willingness/Ability to assist with the management of student misbehavior
• Ability to lift 10-20 lbs

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of peer mediation and conflict resolution techniques and the ability to apply these strategies in the classroom, lunchroom, or the playground

Responsibilities

• Assisting students with developing thinking skills and content knowledge
• Ensuring that students read, write, and speak in both Spanish and English
• Providing accommodations and modifications as needed
• Providing language support as needed
• Planning and implementation of standards-based instruction
• Establishing a positive classroom environment and culture for learning
• Analyzing data and action planning
• Consistently communicating with stakeholders
• Implementing the SIOP framework and metalinguistic awareness
• Providing data and reports that are evidence of student progress
• Instructs students as outlined in existing lesson plans
• Establishes positive, standards-based learning expectations for students
• Maintains established routine of school and classroom procedures
• Creates a flexible class environment conducive to student learning and personal growth
• Fosters effective rapport with students; encourages self-discipline and responsibility; ensures fairness and exhibits an understanding and respect for students
• Establishes a safe, orderly environment and maintains reasonable rules of conduct in accordance with the District's student discipline code in the classroom and on school grounds (including playgrounds, lunchrooms, hallways, etc.)
• Tracks attendance per school protocol
• May coordinate and attend class field trips; may work in extracurricular and after-school activities
• Communicates effectively with parents when needed
• Completes other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with 100% employee-only coverage fully paid by the district
• Employer-provided life insurance policy
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering resources for mental health, financial planning, legal guidance, and more to help you navigate life's challenges
• Generous leave policy, including personal days off, paid holidays, and sick leave to support your work-life balance and well-being
• Participation in the Illinois Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) and optional 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Tuition Reimbursement program and Professional Development opportunities to support growth and career advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree