Grade 4 Teacher
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
Has command of the subject matter and effectively implements the Woodland District 50 curriculum including Response to Intervention (RtI) and Common Core State StandardsDaily lesson plans are organized and educational materials are prepared to implement district curriculum and Common Core State StandardsUses a variety of instructional techniques and differentiates instruction to meet the individual needs and interests of the studentsContributes and models a positive school climate through the support of the district's Strategic Plan and Positive Behavior Interventions and Support (PBIS) programOrders materials and supplies as per district procedures, with appropriate authorization and within budgetary constraintsCollaborates with staff and paraprofessionals to meet the needs of students with special needsMeets and instructs assigned classes in locations and at the times assignedMaintains 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 equipmentAdheres to the guidelines outlined in the Woodland School District 50 Staff HandbookAdheres to all school and district policies and procedures, including maintaining confidentialityCollaborates as needed with appropriate school personnel regarding students who may need specialized interventionsAdapts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students varying needs and interestsUtilizes the Response to Intervention model (RTI) to assist in reviewing data, determining academic needs, setting appropriate academic goals and implementing interventions for studentsEstablishes and maintains standards of pupil conduct in alignment with the Parent/Student Handbook and PBIS in order to provide for a safe, orderly, productive environmentMaintains accurate, complete, and up-to-date records of student attendance, projects, and gradesUses a variety of avenues to communicate regularly with parents and school personnel regarding students' levels and rates of progressGathers and maintains up-to-date records of student grades and assessment data to assist in the placement of studentsAdministers state and local standardized ability and achievement tests and interprets results to determine student strengths and areas of needAttends and participates in team, department, faculty meetings, and professional developmentKeeps 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 studentsPerforms other such duties and assumes other responsibilities as may be assigned by the School Principal or Assistant PrincipalKnowledge,
Skills and AbilitiesPlanning 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 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, etc. Must be able to communicate effectively with students, parents and staff. Must exhibit sound judgment in dealing with people.
Must have strong organizational skills.
District Core Competencies
Supports the establishment of mutual respect and equal human dignity across…
