Technology Teacher Job Gurnee area,Illinois USA,Education / Teaching

Position Title

Technology Teacher

Position Type

Middle School Teaching:
Technology Teacher

Date Posted:
June 23, 2026

Location

Woodland Middle School

Date Available

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

Qualifications

License/Certification:
Illinois Professional Educator License valid for Grades 6-8 with technology specialist, computer applications and/or computer science endorsement(s)

Education:

Required - Bachelor's Degree

Experience – Required – Teaching or student teaching experience

Preferred – Teaching or student teaching experience in an elementary school technology classroom

Essential Performance Responsibilities

Has command of the subject matter and effectively implements the Woodland District 50 curriculum including Response to Intervention (RtI)

Understands and implements the National Educational Technology Standards (NETS) for learning, teaching, and leading in the digital age

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

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

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

Maintains appropriate records of student attendance, projects and grades

Posts grades regularly to district‑approved grade book

Maintains accurate student records regarding attendance, projects completed, and grades earned

Guides students in the selection of appropriate projects

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

Maintains control of storage and distribution of school‑owned property; arranges for maintenance and repair of all equipment

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

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

Posts grades regularly to district‑approved student information system/grade book

Works cooperatively with other technology staff and classroom teachers to follow the technology curriculum and core content when appropriate

Actively supervises students while in the classroom, hallway, and special events as required

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

Performs other 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 rapport, establishes a culture for learning, manages classroom procedures, manages student 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 Proficiency

Competent in digital environments;
Chromebooks, databases, spreadsheets, publishing software, Microsoft Office, Google applications, etc. Must have completed or be willing to attend Project Lead the Way training.

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, parents, businesses and community. Strong organization, communication and interpersonal skills. Empathetic, humanistic and open‑minded. Strong sense of teamwork. Strategic thinker. Must be able to work harmoniously with the community, students, parents, staff and administration. Must…