Preschool Teacher

Position: Preschool Teacher 2026/2027
Duties

Planning and Instruction:

* Demonstrates knowledge of the subjects taught and understands which concepts and skills are central to discipline and grade level.

* Select high quality resources to supplement district provided resources, when appropriate, that align directly with the learning outcomes.

* Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.

* Orchestrates and implements classroom activities and instructions aligned to the intended learning outcomes and takes into account the specific learning needs of students.

* Plans activities, instruction, and assessments that are clear, balanced, and suitable for diverse students.

* Designs and implements assessment opportunities in which students provide evidence of reasoning skills, factual knowledge, and/or applied skills.

* Maintains a professional and collaborative relationship with fellow staff.

* Maintains appropriate, positive, and supportive relationships with students.

* Adheres to school and district policies and procedures.

* Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and personnel.

* Takes opportunities when available to grow and develop professionally to stay informed of evidence-based practices

Classroom management:

* Monitors instructional groups, transitions, materials, supplies, and non-instructional duties proficiently.

* Establishes and maintains classroom routines and procedures for the smooth operation of the classroom and efficient use of time.

* Maintains accurate instructional and non-instructional records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.

Communication:

* Teaches students how to engage in respectful interactions with each other.

* Provides feedback to students that is timely, constructive, and provides guidance to improve their performance. Encourages students to monitor their own learning.

* Communicate with families by providing opportunities to understand the instructional program and their child's progress.

* Establishes and communicates clear standards of behavior to students.

Qualifications

Hold a valid IL Professional Educator License (PEL) with Birth to Grade 2 endorsement and Special Education endorsement.

Must be familiar with the use of computers, including but not limited to electronic mail, the Internet, word processing, Google, and electronic spreadsheets.

Establish and maintain effective and courteous working relationships with those contacted in the course of work (students, parents, and staff).

Ability to understand and follow basic oral and written instructions.

Ability to communicate with students, parents, and staff in an acceptable/courteous manner.

Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.

Ability to push/pull up to 10 lbs.

Salary/Benefits

Certified Educational Professionals - Local 743 Granite City Federation of Teachers:
Starting pay of $53,430 with TRS.

* GCSD9 can honor up to 10 years of previous public-school teaching experience at $83,923 with TRS.

How to Apply

Please send your resume and letter of interest to

Email Address

School District

Position Website

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

2/20/2026

Final date to receive applications

2/27/2026

Start Date

8/10/2026