Elementary Teacher

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching

Date Posted:
4/15/2026

Location:
Districtwide

Date Available:
School Year

District:
Lombard Elementary District 44
ELEMENTARY TEACHER

Lombard School District 44, Lombard, IL

SALARY: In accordance with the LEA Contract  Salary Matrix click link below

Benefits: Included:
Sick and Personal Days along with Health Benefits. Click link below

JOB GOAL:
To lead students towards the fulfillment of their potential by translating the district curriculum goals and objective into learning experiences that will contribute to the development of skills necessary for becoming a mature and responsible individual.

DEPARTMENT:
Academic Services

REPORTS TO:
Building Principal and/or assigned supervisor

SUPERVISES:
Students

Planning & Preparation

• Demonstrates content knowledge and makes connections between the content and all relevant disciplines.
• Understands child and adolescent development and displays an understanding of how students learn.
• Establishes and clearly articulates instructional outcomes based upon district curriculum guidelines, state standards, and/or content standards.
• Utilizes personnel resources as appropriate to enhance content and pedagogical knowledge.
• Provides relevant instructional goals that represent significant cognitive challenges with differentiation and meaningful learning.
• Uses assessment results to plan and modify instruction.

Classroom Environment

• Creates an environment of respect and rapport.
• Establishes a culture for learning.
• Establishes and manages classroom procedures to maximize learning time.
• Effectively manages student behavior through the establishment of rules and clear expectations that are fair and conducive to learning.
• Assures the classroom is safe and learning is equally accessible to all students.

Instruction

• Communicates expectations for learning to students clearly and accurately.
• Uses questioning and discussion techniques to successfully engage all students in the learning process.
• Engages students in the learning process through intellectual involvement with the content or active construction of understanding.
• Uses formative and summative assessments to inform the instructional process.
• Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness to ensure that all students learn.

Professional Responsibilities

• Reflects on teaching for improvement opportunities.
• Maintains accurate records.
• Communicates with students and families about student progress, respects cultural norms, and engages families in the instructional program.
• Develops and maintains professional relationships with colleagues which demonstrate mutual support and cooperation.
• Seeks professional development opportunities and welcomes professional feedback.
• Displays high standards of integrity and ethical conduct and fully complies with school and district regulations.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• The ability to communicate in ways students will understand, as well as with parents and administrators.
• Visually observing student behavior
• The creativity to create engaging lessons and inspire students to learn.
• Collaboration skills

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess a Bachelor's Degree (Education) or related field.
• Current Illinois Professional Educator License with Elementary Education - Self Contained General Ed endorsement(s) appropriate for the position.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• As designated by the School District's Official Calendar for the school year.
• Salary and conditions established by the Board of Education.

EVALUATION:

• Performance evaluation will occur in accordance with District 44 evaluation process and procedures. By the first day of school, all LPEs shall receive the Notification of Evaluation.