Elementary Teacher

Elementary Teacher

MUCSD 1 is seeking an elementary teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.

Qualifications:

• Valid Illinois PEL in elementary grades
• Able to build professional relationships, solve problems, and plan collaboratively.
• Strong supervisory and classroom management skills.

Reports to: Building administrator

Essential Job Functions and Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and Deliver Instruction: Develop and implement engaging, standards-based lesson plans that promote active learning and align with the school's curriculum and academic goals.
• Classroom Management: Establish and maintain a safe, respectful, and orderly classroom environment that fosters positive student behavior and supports academic success.
• Assess and Monitor Student Progress: Evaluate student learning through formative and summative assessments; analyze data to inform instruction and provide targeted support.
• Differentiate Instruction: Modify teaching strategies and materials to meet the diverse learning needs, abilities, and interests of all students, including those with IEPs, 504 plans, and English language learners.
• Build Positive Relationships: Foster strong relationships with students, families, colleagues, and administrators to support a collaborative and inclusive school community.
• Communicate Effectively: Maintain regular communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress, classroom activities, and school events through conferences, reports, and digital platforms.
• Professional Responsibilities: Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school-wide activities; adhere to school policies, procedures, and professional ethical standards.
• Create a Positive Learning Environment: Promote social-emotional learning and student well-being by modeling respect, empathy, and responsibility in the classroom.
• Technology Integration: Utilize technology tools to enhance instruction, engage students, and support learning and assessment.
• Collaborate with Colleagues: Work as part of a grade-level or subject team to plan lessons, analyze data, and implement best practices for student achievement.
• Flexible and Adaptive: Adjust to changes in schedules, programming, and fulfill other responsibilities assigned as they arise.

Terms of Employment: Full time teacher Salary range is $42,020-84,799 based on the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement