Equity-Centered 2nd Grade Teacher & Instructional Leader
Listed on 2026-05-29
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Education / Teaching
Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Education Teacher, Elementary School, Academic
Position Type: 2ndGrade Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Revised:
July 2025
Perm/contract:
SY25-26
Department:
Core Instruction
FLSA Status:
Non-exempt
Reports to:
Building Principal
Primary Reporting
Location:
Holmes Elementary School
Level:
Elementary- 2nd Grade
Compensation:
In accordance with Oak Park Teachers Association Collective
Date Available:
SY26
Bargaining Unit & Classification:
OPTA & Certified
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Benefits:
Insurance - medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance are available
Leaves - paid sick and personal days provided
Retirement - pre-tax retirement plans (e.g. 403b) available
D97 Ideal Team Member Profile
The ideal team member in District 97 is a visionary and equity-centered leader who inspires excellence and fosters collective responsibility for student success. This individual:
Champions the district's vision and drives forward-thinking, innovative practices that anticipate future educational needs.
Stewards public trust and resources with fiscal responsibility and ethical transparency.
Demonstrates relentless commitment to student success, ensuring that every decision supports equitable opportunities and outcomes for all learners.
Organizes and empowers teams to work collaboratively toward shared goals, recognizing the interdependence of roles across departments and schools.
Fosters a culture of care, learning, and service, grounded in authentic engagement with students, families, staff, and community members.
Models integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality, serving as a role model for ethical and respectful conduct at all levels.
Thrives in a culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse environment, showing a deep passion for inclusive practices and building belonging for all team members.
Seeks and embraces feedback, especially when it challenges them to grow and improve in service of students and colleagues.
Understands the powerful intersection of leadership, learning, and equity, and aligns their work to dismantle systemic barriers.
Courageously addresses unprofessional behavior, holding self and others accountable to high standards in service to the community and students.
About The Role:
The teacher position supports student learning by providing support to the instructional process by serving as an instructional leader with the specific responsibility of supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas. As a key member of the district's core instruction department, the teacher will developlesson plans and deliver group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborate with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom dynamics;
and respond to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional programs and student progress.
The teacher position will ensure that equity is at the center of the district's education services to positively impact student learning and employee practices as expressed in Board Policy 7:12:
Ensuring Racial and Educational Equity.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
PLANNING AND PREPARATION
Applying Knowledge of Content and Pedagogy
Knowing and Valuing Students
Setting Instructional Outcomes
Using Resources Efficiently
Planning Coherent Instruction
Knowing and Valuing Students
Designing and Analyzing Assessments
LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS
Cultivating Respectful and Affirming Environments
Fostering a Culture for Learning
Maintaining Purposeful Environments
Supporting Positive Behavior
Organizing Spaces for Learning
LEARNING EXPERIENCES
Communicating About Purpose and Content
Using Questioning and Discussion Techniques
Engaging Students in Learning
Using Assessment for Learning
Responding Flexibly to Student Needs
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Engaging in Reflective Practice
Documenting Student Progress
Engaging Families and Communities
Contributing to School Community and Culture
Growing and Developing Professionally
Acting in Service of Students
Content Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of research-based instructional strategies and curriculum alignment with standards.
Familiarity with district policies and procedures related to curriculum coordination and instructional support.
Dedicated to creating inclusive and supportive learning environments for all students.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills, utilizing tact, patience, and courtesy.
Competent in operating standard office and classroom equipment, including computers and assigned software.
Capability to understand and relate to students with special needs.
Adherence to District organization, operations, policies, and objectives, as well as department and program goals.
Skillful interpretation, application, and explanation of policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
Effective communication, cooperation, and maintenance of cooperative working relationships with others.
Accurate analysis of situations and adoption of effective courses…
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