Elementary Teacher - 3rd Grade

Elementary Teacher – 3rd Grade (2026‑2027)

Location: Joliet Public Schools District 86 – KEITH, JOLIET, Illinois.

Position Type: Elementary Teacher.

Salary and Benefits: Provided under the collective bargaining agreement between the Board of School Inspectors of School District 86 and the American Federation of Teachers – Local 604.

Job Summary: Under the direct supervision of the building principal, the classroom teacher is responsible for creating a flexible elementary grade program and fostering a positive learning environment. Responsibilities include establishing rapport with students, motivating academic and personal growth, and building relationships with parents and staff.

The information contained in this job description complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned.

• Professional Educator License with Self‑Contained General Education Endorsement or Required Endorsement.
• Demonstrated leadership, public‑community relations, and academic competence.
• Effective behavior‑management and classroom‑organization skills.
• Strong communication skills with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of curriculum design and instructional materials.

• Implement all district policies in the classroom.
• Ensure every student receives equal educational opportunities.
• Teach English Language Arts, social science, mathematics, science, health, and applicable arts/PE courses.
• Develop lesson plans, instructional materials, and provide individualized, small‑group instruction.
• Employ varied instructional strategies and present material effectively.
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to maximize instructional time.
• Establish and maintain behavior standards to create a functional learning atmosphere.
• Evaluate academic and social growth, maintain records, and prepare required reports.
• Communicate with parents through conferences and other means regarding progress.
• Identify student needs and collaborate with staff to address health, attitude, or learning problems.
• Seek assistance from the principal or support personnel to improve instruction or solve problems.
• Create effective learning environments through displays, bulletin boards, and learning centers.
• Maintain professional competence via in‑service professional development.
• Requisition instructional materials and supplies as needed.
• Attend required meetings (faculty, parent‑teacher conferences, etc.).
• Supervise students at out‑of‑classroom activities during the school day.
• Administer group standardized tests per state and district protocols.
• Participate in curriculum development programs as required.
• Commit to ongoing professional development.

Regularly stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds. Requires clear vision and focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

The classroom environment is primarily indoors with occasional outdoor activities. The noise level is quiet to moderate. Employees may experience interruptions and deadlines; in‑district and out‑of‑town travel may be required for training or duties.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa authorized.

• Jose Jaramillo, Assistant Superintendent of HR
• JPS District 86
• Phone: 815‑740‑3196
• Email: HR