Bilingual Resource Teacher McKinley Elementary 2026-2027

Bellwood School District 88 Notice of Vacancy Equal Opportunity Employer Bilingual Resource Teacher McKinley Elementary School 2026-2027 Position Overview Job Title: Bilingual Resource Teacher – McKinley Elementary School, 2026-2027. Reports to: Building Principal and Bilingual Program Coordinator. FLSA: Non-Exempt Salary Range: $47,000 – $61,750. Location: Bellwood School District 88 (High-Needs School). EEO Statement Bellwood School District 88 is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Qualifications Valid State of Illinois Teaching Certificate Spanish speaking (fluent) Endorsement or approval in Bilingual Education or Early Childhood Endorsement, Elementary Education, and/or Type 29 Certificate Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively in English and Spanish, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to English language acquisition Performance Responsibilities Provide student academic, linguistic, and cultural support in the classroom Facilitate and enhance communication, including translation and interpretation Build relationships with English Language Learners (ELLs) and their families Adhere to a weekly schedule of academic and linguistic support, in collaboration with school administration and teaching staff, based on the needs of ELLs Instruction & Service Delivery Welcome families into the school district, ensure all paperwork is completed, and share available services to inform parent decisions Assist ESL and Bilingual teachers with communication to families regarding Home Language Survey and ESL status and services Ensure ELL records are complete and current Help transition newcomers into student life through social, emotional, and academic support Collaborate with teaching staff to plan ESL/Bilingual instructional programs, including culturally relevant materials and resources Obtain cultural background information relevant for instruction and assessment of student performance Implement one-on-one and small group lesson plans created by certified teaching staff to provide pre-teaching and instructional reinforcement Consult with staff to provide possible cultural or language-based explanations to student issues Classroom Support Provide support in core academic instruction with intention and planning in an inclusive environment, under the guidance of the classroom teacher Terms of Employment School year Compensation Established by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between Bellwood School District 88 and Bellwood Education Association Performance Evaluation Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the agreed-upon Teacher Evaluation Plan Deadline Until filled This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with this job. This condensed job overview is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. Bellwood School District 88 may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or position itself) at any time as it deems advisable. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bellwood School District 88