Dual Language Science Teacher SY

• Position Type:
  Middle School Teaching/ Science

Position opening for the  school year:

Position Title: Dual Language Middle School Science Teacher (Spanish)

Licensure: Professional Educator License (PEL)

Endorsement: Middle School Science Endorsement, Bilingual Endorsement(Spanish);
Must speak, read, and write Spanish

Classification: Certified

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, the employee will:

• Guide student progress toward established district standards through high-quality science instruction in Spanish as part of the district's Two-Way Immersion (TWI) Dual Language program. The teacher implements research-based instructional practices, fosters an inclusive and culturally responsive learning environment, and supports bilingualism, biliteracy, academic achievement, and cross-cultural competence. The teacher also collaborates in the development of middle school dual language science curriculum and provides bilingual and English learner instructional services as assigned by building administration and the Multilingual Coordinator based on student needs and district programming.

The criteria indicated below are intended to describe various types of work that may be performed. The exclusion of specific responsibilities does not prohibit them if the work is similar, related, or a logical task of the position.

• Aligns science instruction to district curriculum, grade-level Illinois Learning Standards for Science (NGSS), and instructional objectives in accordance with the Dual Language program model.
• Provides standards-aligned science instruction in Spanish, integrating scientific inquiry, academic discourse, reading, and writing.
• Implements the district's Dual Language language allocation model, supporting the goal of balanced instruction in Spanish and English.
• Plans engaging, rigorous learning experiences that include authentic, real-world applications of scientific knowledge.
• Facilitates student-centered and inquiry-based learning experiences that support linguistic and academic growth.
• Differentiates instruction and provides appropriate scaffolds to meet the needs of bilingual learners.
• Integrates content and language objectives and intentional cross-linguistic connections to support language development and transfer.
• Collaborates in the development, alignment, and refinement of middle school science curriculum and instructional resources for the Dual Language program.
• Provides bilingual and English learner instructional services and supports, as assigned by building administration and the Multilingual Coordinator, based on student needs, district programming, and applicable requirements.
• Plans and implements formative and summative assessments to monitor student learning in academic content and language development.
• Utilizes multiple sources of student data (academic, language proficiency, and behavioral) to inform instruction and targeted interventions.
• Prepares clear, organized lesson plans and materials, including plans for substitute teachers.
• Maintains a safe, inclusive, and student-centered classroom environment that supports bilingual and bicultural development.
• Establishes and reinforces classroom routines, procedures, and expectations that promote engagement, respect, and responsibility.
• Develops a positive classroom culture that values linguistic diversity, cultural identity, and collaboration.
• Encourages student ownership of learning and the classroom environment.

• Communicates regularly and effectively with families regarding curriculum, classroom expectations, and student progress, using English and Spanish as appropriate.
• Conducts parent-teacher conferences and meetings to support student learning and family…