Middle School Science Teacher; 6th, 7th, 8th Grade

Middle School Science Teacher (6th, 7th, 8th Grade)

Apply for the Middle School Science Teacher (6th, 7th, 8th Grade) role at Zion Elementary School District 6.

Under the direction of the Building Principal/Director of Special Services/Director of Curriculum, the Subject/Grade Level Teacher will plan and provide appropriate learning experiences for students.

• Supervises students in a variety of school‑related settings.
• Monitors and evaluates student outcomes.
• Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students.
• Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.
• Plans, organizes and provides instruction based on Common Core State Standards.
• Administers informal and formal assessments.
• Incorporates district initiatives within instruction (adopted programs/policies).
• Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives.
• Demonstrates knowledge of child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessments, diagnosis, and learning research.
• Demonstrates knowledge of educational research, trends and best practices.
• Provides written feedback to students.
• Maintains accurate, efficient, and effective records for instructional and non‑instructional purposes.
• Manages classroom organization.

• Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff and community.
• Works cooperatively with administration and staff to schedule meetings.
• Participates in district‑wide and building committees related to educational and employment matters.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Plans and demonstrates practices that reflect knowledge of the content and instructional practices specific to the discipline.
• Seeks knowledge of students’ backgrounds, cultures, skills, language proficiency, interests and special needs.
• Develops instructional outcomes of appropriate rigor, aligned to Common Core Standards.
• Uses available resources to enhance knowledge and for students who need them.
• Coordinates knowledge of content, students and resources to design learning experiences aligned to outcomes and standards.
• Creates lesson plans with clear structure that engage students in learning.
• Aligns assessment with instructional outcomes and uses results to plan future instruction.
• Interacts with students in a friendly, caring and respectful manner.
• Builds a classroom culture of commitment to learning and student engagement.
• Manages instructional groups and handles materials and supplies consistently.
• Monitors student behavior, responds to misbehavior consistently and respectfully.
• Ensures a safe and accessible classroom, effective use of physical resources and technology.
• Communicates instructional purpose clearly, using appropriate vocabulary.
• Utilizes high‑quality questions/prompts to engage all students.
• Uses assessments to support instruction, provide feedback and diagnose learning.
• Modifies lessons in response to student needs and interests.
• Provides accurate reflections and seeks improvement suggestions.
• Communicates frequently with families, conveying information culturally appropriately.
• Participates in professional community and school/district events.
• Engages in professional development and shares learning with others.
• Acts with high ethics, professionalism and compliance with regulations.
• Provides supervision of students where required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Effectively communicates (verbal and written) with all educational stakeholders.
• Instructs students effectively and confidently.
• Maintains emotional control under stress.
• Uses web‑based programs, e‑mail and technology (laptop, Smart board, etc.) effectively.

• Indoor classrooms/School: student noise, mowing, music, food odors, lawn mowing, possible communicable diseases.
• Outdoor schoolyard and grounds: field trips, temperature variations, exposure to mowed grass.
• Requires regular and consistent work attendance.

• Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field.
• Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate endorsement(s).
• Understanding and experience with curriculum design, planning and instruction.
• Strong communication skills (written and oral).

Entry level

Full‑time

Education and Training (Primary and Secondary Education)

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