4th Grade Teacher

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching / Intermediate – Grades 4, 5
• Date Posted: 6/1/2026
• Date Available:
  
  08/03/2026
• Closing Date: 06/12/2026

Appropriate interaction with all students and their parents, and work in close collaboration with other teachers within the department, colleagues, and the school administration. Demonstrate strong teaching skills, exceptional organization, appropriate classroom management, and be child-centered in all aspects of the position. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to increase student achievement and to provide content and relevant learning experiences within an age-appropriate environment.

Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred.

• Plan and execute lessons aligned to the Common Core State Standards within the 4th‑grade curriculum.
• Provide differentiated learning experiences for the range of skill levels and developmental needs of the students.
• Adapt lessons for students with IEPs or Section 504 Plans, and participate in Special Education staffing with colleagues and parents.
• Administer progress monitoring, benchmarking, and common assessments; analyze data results to guide instruction.
• Maintain a working knowledge of RtI and the referral process.
• Submit lesson plans to the Principal or designee as required.
• Discipline students fairly and consistently, aligned to school district‑approved policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular communication with parents and an individual webpage on the school website.
• Maintain all instructional spaces, including the outdoor facilities, with the health and safety of students and staff in mind; report any unsafe conditions to school officials.
• Complete all records and reports required by law and as requested by the school administration promptly.
• Meet accepted standards of professional behavior.
• Exhibit professionalism and commitment through punctuality and attendance.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development, and serve on staff committees, as appropriate.
• Contribute to fostering a spirit of teamwork and collaboration with all faculty and staff.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Passion for working with intermediate students.
• Illinois Professional Licensure (Elementary K‑6th, 1st‑6th, or K‑9th).
• Adept at consistently incorporating technology in instruction.
• Experience with NWEA MAP, EasyCBM, and IAR, a plus.
• Bilingual in Spanish, a plus.

• Driven to excel at teaching and learning.
• Highly motivated self‑starter with a tireless work ethic, needing little direct supervision.
• Sustain a culture of high expectations.
• Serve as a wholesome role model for students.
• Lead with integrity.

4th Grade Teacher reports directly to Principal and/or designee.

Salary and benefits in accordance with the Teacher's

Contract:

$52,002 to $70,498, depending on degrees and years of experience. Credit for up to 10 years of teaching experience.
Medical Insurance, Dental, Life, Health Savings Account, and Flex Spending Account (optional).

8 am – 3 pm, Monday‑Friday; additional time may be required for staff, mentoring, or committee meetings from 3 pm – 4 pm, parent conferences, literacy or math nights, and 8th Grade Graduation.

New Employee Orientation – August 3–4, 2026 (8 am – 3 pm).
Voluntary Staff Training Days (paid):
August 5 (8 am – 3 pm) and August 6 (8 am – 2 pm).
Back‑to‑School Bash – August 6 (3:30 pm – 5:30 pm) – voluntary.
Teacher Institute Days – August 17–18 (8 am – 3 pm).
First day of school – August 19, 2026.

Any meetings that are not a part of the contract will be paid at $55/hr opportunities for after‑school tutoring and summer school at $55/hr possibility of coaching positions per the contract.