4th Grade Teacher Lincoln Elementary School

4th Grade Teacher – Lincoln Elementary School )

Job

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching
• Date Posted: 6/8/2026
• Location:
  
  Lincoln Elementary School (High-Needs School)
• Date Available:
  
  08/12/2026

Bellwood School District 88

Equal Opportunity Employer

Notice of Vacancy

Bellwood School District 88 is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Instructs elementary students in a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; establishing effective rapport with pupils; motivating pupils to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for upper elementary grade education, in accordance with each pupil's ability; and establishing good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

• Education: Bachelor's Degree.
• Experience: Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others, demonstrate self-discipline and initiative. Follow state and district guidelines.
• License: Illinois Certification in Elementary Education and/or applicable fields.

• Teaches courses in area of certification to elementary school pupils, using the Common Core Standards and any acceptable curriculum, the standards and benchmarks identified for each course, and other curriculum publications as guidelines in teaching individual course content.
• Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials stressing discovery and laboratory learning as necessary depending on subject taught.
• Demonstrate subject matter concepts and examples using models, Smart board, overhead projector, computers, Chromebooks or any other standard or approved teacher-prepared instructional aids.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Provides opportunities when needed for individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the pupils.
• Utilizes grading patterns that are fairly administered and based on identified criteria.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. Treat pupils with respect and dignity.
• Evaluates pupils' academic growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Selects and requisitions books, instructional aids, and instructional supplies; maintains required inventory records.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupil's progress and interpret the school program. Interacts with pupils, staff and parents in a positive and professional manner.
• Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Establish rapport with pupils and provides a pleasant, safe, and orderly climate conducive to learning.
• Actively participate in full implementation of the curriculum created by the curriculum team.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Supervises pupils in and out-of-class activities during the assigned working day.
• Administers group-standardized tests in accordance with the district testing program.
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities.
• Enforces school board policies and regulations.

• Experience working in diverse settings, with proven management and team building skill.
• Strong record of helping to achieve and sustain goals.
• Commitment to the belief that all students can learn and to the mission of educational equity.
• Capacity to…