Position Type:
Middle School Teaching/Language Arts
Date Posted:
3/27/2024
Location:
Waldo Middle School
Date Available:
8/19/24
Closing Date:
Until filled
District:
Aurora East SD 131 March 27, 2024
East Aurora School District 131 has the following opening(s) for the 2024-2025 school
year and will accept applications from candidates who may be interested in the position(s)
listed below. Medical, dental, vision, and term life insurance policies are available.
VACANCY NOTICE
POSITION TITLE: Language Arts Teacher (4 Positions)
BUILDING(S): Waldo Middle School
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Days and salary as per the Collective Bargaining
Agreement
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Building Principal or Designee
EVALUATION PROCEDURES: Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement
START DATE: August 19, 2024
JOB ID: 21283
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Applicants must hold a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or
university and be properly certified to meet Illinois Teaching License Standards.
A Professional Educator License (PEL) with middle school endorsement and
content area endorsements required. ESL endorsement preferred.
2. Teaching experience preferred.
3. Displays quality work through accuracy and attention to detail.
4. Committed to continuous improvement and data based decision-making.
5. Effective written, verbal and technology based communication skills.
6. Works effectively and productively as a member of a team.
7. Ability to work with a linguistically and culturally diverse public.
8. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of child growth and development,
effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and
diagnosis, and research related to learning.
JOB DESCRIPTION / RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Teach courses in the classroom/subject area utilizing the common core/content
area standards, social emotional standards, curricula and materials adopted by the
Board of Education.
2. Diagnose the needs of students to provide individual or small group instruction
and adapt curriculum as needed based on the identified needs of the students.
3. Develop and submit lesson plans, as required.
4. Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy
and administrative regulations.
5. Administer and/or monitor state, district and local assessments, as required.
6. Submit reports to the appropriate person(s), as required.
7. Communicate with parents, administrators and other applicable school personnel
regarding student's academic and social/emotional progress and accommodations.
8. Participate in curriculum and program development, and in the selection of
materials and equipment to support instruction and learner outcomes.
9. Direct and supervise students, implement OLWEUS/PBIS, and maintain and
document discipline both in and out of the classroom during the assigned
workday.
10. Develop students' critical analysis skills through group discussions using a variety
of mass media and literature.
11. Use subject matter knowledge, teaching and learning, best practices, and
technology to facilitate experiences that advance student learning, creativity, and
innovation in both face-to-face and virtual environments.
12. Exhibit legal and ethical behavior in their professional practices; follow and
implement all district rules, regulations, practices and policies.
13. Demonstrate a high level of professionalism with the ability to maintain
confidentiality and personal flexibility in all areas.
14. Continuously improve professional practices, model lifelong learning, and exhibit
leadership in the school and professional community.
15. Works cooperatively with all staff to deliver educational services relating to the
instruction of children.
16. Engage the learners in differentiated learning experiences appropriate to their skill
levels and development needs.
17. Encourage students to think independently and express original and creative ideas.
18. Participate in / attend building and district meetings, as required and including
PLC team meetings.
19. Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities
provided by the district and/or in self-selected professional growth activities.
20. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment,
materials and facilities. Provides appropriate safety instruction.
21. Perform any other duties and responsibilities as may be requested by the Principal
or designee.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Applications should be completed online at https://www.d131.org. Position(s) will
remain open until filled. East Aurora School District 131 is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.
For more information on this position, please read the full description document.:

• Posting WMS Language Arts Teacher #21283.pdf