K-4th Grade Teacher; SY

Position Type

Elementary School Teaching/ Primary - Grades 1, 2, 3

2/3/2026

Forrestal

7/1/2026

Until Filled

North Chicago Community Unit School District #187

• Current valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with an Elementary Self-Contained Endorsement
• Required – Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Education or related field

• Required – Two (2) years of successful teaching experience working with a diverse population
• Preferred – Four (4) years of prior successful teaching experience working with a diverse student population in an urban school setting

• Planning and Preparation – Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy, students, and resources. Design coherent instruction and select appropriate instructional activities; assess students’ learning
• Classroom Environment – Create an environment of respect and rapport, establish a culture for learning, manage classroom procedures, manage student behavior, and organize physical space
• Instruction – Communicate clearly, use questioning and discussion techniques, engage students in learning, provide feedback, and demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness
• Professional Responsibility – Reflect on teaching, maintain accurate records, communicate professionally, contribute to the school/district, engage in ongoing professional development, and demonstrate professionalism
• Knowledge and Skills – Knowledge of subject matter aligned with state certification; knowledge of contemporary teaching practices; knowledge of classroom and behavior management; ability to modify instruction to meet student needs; collaborate with faculty and administration; effective work with students, parents, guardians, staff, and community; understand student development
• Communication and Professional Judgement – Strong oral and written communication; sound professional judgment
• Technical Proficiency – Proficient in Google Apps, Excel, Microsoft Office; proficiency with IEP software processes
• Data–Driven Practice – Use data and research to develop and assess district strategies to increase student learning
• Confidentiality and Discretion – Handle confidential information professionally

• Achievement focus
• Cultural competence
• Classroom environment leadership
• Collaborative communicator/team player
• Reflective learner
• Innovative

• Standing
• Walking
• Sitting (as appropriate)
• Fine finger dexterity
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Talk or hear
• Taste or smell
• Lifting up to 10 lbs, up to 25 lbs, up to 50 lbs, up to 100 lbs as described
• Pushing and/or pulling
• Close vision
• Distance vision
• Peripheral vision

183 days per the collective bargaining agreement

$46,405-$88,799; salary commensurate with experience, plus comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, life insurance)

Benefits information available; remove any site-only notes here

Annual

This description summarizes responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations and is not a complete list of duties. Scheduling flexibility is required to accommodate district needs. The district is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination in accordance with policy.