Grade 4 Teacher

Grade 4 Teacher

Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching/Intermediate - Grades 4, 5

Date Posted:

3/30/2026

Location:

Woodland Intermediate School

Date Available:

08/17/2026

Closing Date:

05/30/2026

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Position Title:

Grade 4 Teacher

Applicants are instructed to address in their application/resume their experiences directly related to each section noted in the posting. Only completed/submitted online applications with supporting documents will be screened.

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching

Location:

Woodland Intermediate School

Date Available:

August 17, 2026 plus six days of New Staff Orientation on August 5 - 12, 2026

QUALIFICATIONS:

License/Certification:
Required - Illinois Professional Educator License valid for 4th Grade

Preferred - Illinois Professional Educator License valid for 4th Grade with English as a Second Language endorsement

Education:

Required - Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education

Experience:

Required - Teaching or student teaching experience

Preferred - Teaching or student teaching experience in an elementary school

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Has command of the subject matter and effectively implements the Woodland District 50 curriculum including Response to Intervention (RtI) and Common Core State Standards

2. Daily lesson plans are organized and educational materials are prepared to implement district curriculum and Common Core State Standards

3. Uses a variety of instructional techniques and differentiates instruction to meet the individual needs and interests of the students.

4. Contributes and models a positive school climate through the support of the district's Strategic Plan and Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS) program

5. Orders materials and supplies as per district procedures, with appropriate authorization and within budgetary constraints

6. Collaborates with staff and paraprofessionals to meet the needs of students with special needs

7. Meets and instructs assigned classes in locations and at the times assigned

8. Maintains control of storage and use of school-owned property; keeps supplies in good working condition, is responsible for all materials as well as manages repair of equipment

9. Adheres to the guidelines outlined in the Woodland School District 50 Staff Handbook

10. Adheres to all school and district policies and procedures, including maintaining confidentiality

11. Collaborates as needed with appropriate school personnel regarding students who may need specialized interventions

12. Adapts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students varying needs and interests

13. Utilizes the Response to Intervention model (RTI) to assist in reviewing data, determining academic needs, setting appropriate academic goals and implementing interventions for students

14. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil conduct in alignment with the Parent/Student Handbook and PBIS in order to provide for a safe, orderly, productive environment

15. Maintains accurate, complete, and up-to-date records of student attendance, projects, and grades

16. Uses a variety of avenues to communicate regularly with parents and school personnel regarding students' levels and rates of progress

17. Gathers and maintains up-to-date records of student grades and assessment data to assist in the placement of students

18. Administers state and local standardized ability and achievement tests and interprets results to determine student strengths and areas of need

19. Attends and participates in team, department, faculty meetings, and professional development

20. Keeps up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and makes relevant changes to instructional plans and activities to meet the needs of all students

21. Performs other such duties and assumes other responsibilities as may be assigned by the School Principal or Assistant Principal.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

* Planning and Preparation Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy, students, and resources. Design coherent instruction and select appropriate instructional activities, and has the ability to assess students' learning.

* Classroom Environment Creates an environment of respect and report, establishes a culture for learning, manages classroom procedures, manages students behavior, and has the ability to organize physical space.

* Instruction Communicates clearly and accurately, uses questioning and discussion techniques, engages students in learning, provides feedback to students, and demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness.

* Professional Responsibility Reflects on teaching, maintains accurate records, communicates professionally, contributes to the school and district, grows and develops professionally, and shows professionalism.

Technical:
Competent in digital environments; iPads, databases, spreadsheets, publishing software, Microsoft Office, Google applications etc.

Interpersonal:
Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships…