Teacher, English; Anticipated

Position Summary

Licensed employees are expected to perform the duties and responsibilities outlined in District 219 Board policies and the Board/Union contract. The performance standards listed below represent the essential functions of the job.

• Must have an Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with the required endorsements.
• Must successfully participate in at least 6 clock hours of D219-authorized equity professional development every three years.
• Teachers who have taught at least three years in District 219 must have the above.
• AP Teachers must have either five years teaching experience in the AP course to which they are assigned or have completed a College Board Institute and audit process.
• World Language, Project Lead the Way, and other positions have internal or external candidate requirements as listed in the original description.

• Plans lessons and prepares instructional materials.
• Presents lessons effectively.
• Demonstrates a variety of effective teaching techniques.
• Provides for differences of individuals and groups.
• Evaluates student achievement effectively.
• Provides purposeful classroom activity.
• Interacts with students in a manner that encourages respectful relationships.
• Promotes the development of self-esteem in students.
• Addresses the needs of individual students.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations with staff.
• Works cooperatively with school personnel to benefit students.
• Encourages positive school-community relationships.
• Communicates effectively with parents.
• Establishes and pursues goals to improve professional competence.
• Works in a supportive role with colleagues.
• Maintains knowledge of current trends in his/her field.
• Adheres to Board of Education and building policies and procedures.
• Identifies school or curriculum problems and suggests appropriate solutions.
• Uses appropriate channels to resolve concerns and problems.

Days per year: 182.

Mid-Senior level

Contract

Education and Training

Primary and Secondary Education

Niles Township High School District 219 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and practice of District 219 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicant’s ability to perform the essential functions of the position. District 219 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, or handicap.

The information contained in this job description posting is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individuals currently holding this position perform additional duties and additional duties may be assigned.