Full Time Elementary Lead Teacher: 2026-2027 Academic Year

Hidaya Academy of Champaign-Urbana•Champaign, IL

1d•$35,000 - $46,000

About The Position

Hidaya Academy is hiring elementary classroom teachers for the 2027-28 school year, starting in August 2027, and welcomes candidates with grade-level flexibility. The school views education as addressing students’ spiritual, social-emotional, academic, and physical needs, and aims to integrate research-driven teachings with students’ understanding of how Islam shapes identity and the world. Teachers must respect the beliefs and practices of Ahl-us-Sunnah taught at Hidaya Academy. Under the general direction of the School Principal, teachers provide educational experiences that support the whole child, including subject matter and skills that help students grow into mature and capable adults. Teachers prepare and execute teaching plans in accordance with school requirements, follow the staff code of conduct, and serve as role models. The position reports directly to the School Principal and works under the overall direction and supervision of the school administration. Some teachers may also serve as team leaders and building curriculum coordinators.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field.
Two years of experience teaching or working with children in a school setting.
Ability to respect and follow the beliefs and practices of Ahl-us-Sunnah taught at Hidaya Academy.
Ability to frequently move, stand, lift up to 10 pounds, walk up and down steps several times daily, and respond quickly physically in an emergency.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Islamic schools.
Experience with rigorous ELA curricula such as Wit and Wisdom.
Valid teaching license or certification, such as an Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or equivalent.
Bilingual or dual-language skills.

Responsibilities

Meet and instruct assigned classes and fulfill supervision and other assigned duties at designated times and locations.
Prepare for classes and provide written evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor.
Follow the assigned curriculum and school philosophy, use varied instructional techniques to meet individual student needs, and communicate learning objectives clearly.
Maintain an organized classroom that supports learning and displays agendas, learning goals, behavioral expectations, and student work.
Set reasonable classroom rules, maintain order fairly, and help the administration implement student conduct policies.
Assess students regularly, adjust instruction based on progress, share information and recommendations with the school team, and maintain required records.
Respond promptly and positively to parents, provide progress reports, contact parents when students are at risk of missing significant goals, and be reasonably available outside the instructional day when requested.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.
Attend staff meetings and in-service activities, serve on staff committees as required, and maintain and improve professional competence.
Maintain professional relationships with students and faculty, follow teaching ethics, and promote student welfare.
Some teachers may serve as team leaders and building curriculum coordinators.