Teacher - World Language - Spanish

Golf School District 67 is seeking a student-centered, collaborative, and enthusiastic Spanish Teacher to join the staff at Golf Middle School. In this role, you will provide direct counseling, conduct risk assessments, and support students' social-emotional needs while partnering with staff and families to fulfill our district mission: "Learning Today... Leading Tomorrow".

ROLE OVERVIEW

• Location: Golf Middle School
• Classification: Licensed - Teacher | Golf Teacher and Support Staff Union

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Licensure: Candidates must hold or be eligible to attain an Illinois Professional Education License (PEL) with a World Language - Spanish (6-8 Endorsement).
• Preferred Endorsement: English as a Second Language (EL) endorsement is preferred, or a willingness to acquire the endorsement.
• Core Expertise: Knowledge of socio-environmental analysis, school social work policies, DCFS mandated reporting procedures, and leadership in group/individual discussions.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Curriculum Design & Instructional Planning: Implement district-approved curriculum and adapt instructional materials to best meet individual student needs.
• Instructional Delivery & Engagement: Deliver engaging, tailored lessons that engage all students and adjust instruction based on real-time student progress and feedback.
• Assessment, Data, & Reporting: Administer subject-specific assessments to evaluate learning targets, and maintain thorough documentation (grades, attendance, anecdotal records) for parents and administration.
• Classroom Management & Student Safety: Manage student behavior and room procedures to create a safe learning environment, actively supervising students across classrooms, playgrounds, and field trips while adhering to board policy reporting.
• Professional Collaboration & Conduct: Partner with colleagues, parents, and community partners to enhance student achievement, participate in required meetings, and reflect on instructional effectiveness.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & ENVIRONMENT

• Physical Demands: Standard duties require occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Dexterity: Significant finger dexterity is required.
• Mobility: Generally requires 40% walking, 40% standing, and 20% sitting.
• Environment: Duties are performed under minimal temperature variations within a generally hazard-free environment.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are a student-centered professional ready to support our students' communication growth, please apply through our online portal.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITSSalary Range

Salary will be established in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between the Board of Education and the Golf Teachers and Support Staff Union Local 1274. The specific range is determined based on the candidate's education level and years of experience.

Benefits

Golf School District 67 offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical & Dental Insurance: Single & Family medical and dental insurance available with a Board contribution.
• Vision Insurance: Single & Family vision insurance available through Eye Med
• Life Insurance: $25,000 Board-paid group term life coverage.
• Retirement: Participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension system.
• Paid Leave: 12 sick days and 3 personal days annually.
• Professional Growth: Tuition reimbursement (in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement).
• Support Services: Access to the district Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Voluntary Benefits: Optional enrollment in 403(b), 457(b), 529 College Savings, and FSA/DCA/Transit.

Learn More: Visit our Employee Benefits & Compensation webpage to learn more about what Golf School District 67 has to offer for our employees.

Note: Golf School District 67 reserves the sole right to add, modify, or exclude any essential or non-essential requirement at any time with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment of any type.