Teacher - TPI ESL

Teacher - TPI ESL (Job )

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching / ESL
• Date Posted: 7/7/2026
• Location:
  
  Crystal Lawns Elementary
• Availability:
  August 2026
• Salary: commensurate with education and experience under the APT Negotiated Agreement. Up to eight (8) years of verified relevant experience may be credited.
• Hours:
  
  FTE 1.0, 9‑Month Position

• Medical/Vision and Dental, FSA/LFSA and Dependent Care
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• TRS
• 403B/457

• Solid understanding of second language instruction.
• Experience working with English Learner students and families.
• Understanding of, or willingness to learn and apply, the WIDA ELD standards.
• Willingness to learn strategies for English Learners.
• Ability to integrate curriculum with Common Core standards.
• Plan and instruct students on district and Illinois State Standards aligned curriculum.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with parents and students on progress.
• Enter student grade information into appropriate computer databases in a timely manner.
• Develop lesson plans and goals that meet district expectations.
• Conduct and interpret formal and informal assessments to evaluate student progress, maintain records of student work, and develop intervention strategies.
• Collaborate with support teachers, paraprofessionals, and specialists to discuss student modifications or adaptations.
• Set clear expectations for class, manage classroom and school environment applying positive behavior supports and interventions, and establish a safe atmosphere conducive to a positive learning environment.
• Participate in staff development and school improvement activities to maintain professional growth.
• Plan and incorporate best practices or new strategies.
• Participate in events outside the scheduled work day such as orientation, open houses, conferences, or extra‑curricular activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Valid State of Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate endorsements, registered in Will County/Region 56.
• BSPA/ESL and TBE preferred.
• Certificate of good health signed by a licensed medical provider.