English Language Arts General Education Teacher | Cicero, Illinois

Ignite a passion for literacy and language in the next generation as a Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher in a dynamic bilingual/dual-language classroom setting. This contract opportunity is based near Cicero, IL and calls for a skilled educator who excels in engaging diverse middle school learners and thrives within a collaborative school culture.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver creative, standards-based English Language Arts instruction to middle school students in a bilingual (Spanish/English) classroom.
• Incorporate effective strategies for English language learners, leveraging your expertise in dual-language education to cultivate a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Utilize assessments and data-driven practices to guide instruction and monitor student progress.
• Collaborate closely with fellow educators, support staff, and families to foster student growth and community engagement.
• Participate in school-wide activities, professional development sessions, and curriculum planning initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Active Professional Educator License with a Middle School English Language Arts endorsement—this is essential.
• Bilingual/ESL Endorsement (Spanish)—required for this specialized classroom environment.
• Prior experience teaching middle school students, especially within bilingual or dual-language programs.
• Strong classroom management skills, cultural competence, and a genuine enthusiasm for supporting bilingual learners.
• Ability to adapt lesson plans and instructional strategies to meet the diverse linguistic needs of students.

Envision yourself inspiring confidence in bilingual students and nurturing their language and literacy skills for future success. Experience the rewards of collaborating with dedicated professionals in an energetic school community.

Ready to advance your teaching career? Submit your resume and interview availability today and take the next step in making a meaningful impact in middle school education!

Compensation for this position ranges from $27.87 to $47.87. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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