Grade 3 Dual Language Spanish Speaking Teacher

Grade 3 Dual Language Spanish Speaking Teacher

Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching/Bilingual Teacher (Spanish)

Date Posted:

3/6/2026

Location:

Woodland Elementary School

Date Available:

08/17/2026

Closing Date:

When Filled

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Position Title:

Grade 3 Dual Language Spanish Speaking Teacher

Applicants are instructed to address in their application/resume their experiences directly related to each section noted in this posting.

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching:
Bilingual Spanish

Date Posted:
March 6, 2026

Location:

Woodland Elementary School

Date Available:

August 17, 2026, plus New Staff Orientation

Description:

Provide a TPE structured, individualized, educational classroom environment to meet the needs of limited English speaking students by consistently practicing differentiated instruction; and ability to implement authentic assessments such as portfolios to evaluate student achievement.

QUALIFICATIONS

* License/Certification:
Illinois Professional Educator or Transitional Bilingual Educator License valid for Grades 1-3 with Spanish Bilingual approval or endorsement

* Education:

Required - Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and/or Bilingual Education

* Experience:

* Required - Teaching or student teaching experience

* Preferred - Teaching or student teaching experience in an elementary school and/or bilingual classroom(s).

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Has command of the subject matter and effectively implements the Woodland District 50 curriculum including Response to Intervention (RtI) and Common Core Standards

* Instructs and motivates English Language Learners (ELL) to develop competencies, knowledge and skills in comprehending, speaking, reading and writing the English language and Spanish (as required)

* Uses a variety of instructional techniques and differentiates instruction to meet the individual needs and interests of the students

* Adheres to the guidelines outlined in the Woodland School District 50 Staff Handbook

* Contributes and models a positive school climate through the support of the district's Strategic Plan and Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) program

* Orders materials and supplies as per district procedures, with appropriate authorization and within budgetary constraints

* Works cooperatively with other staff members

* Collaborates with staff and paraprofessionals to meet the needs of students with special needs

* Meets and instructs assigned classes in locations and at the times assigned

* Establishes and maintains standards of pupil conduct in alignment with the Parent/Student Handbook and PBIS in order to provide for a safe, orderly, productive environment

* Evaluates and maintains appropriate records including student attendance, student performance, knowledge, skills and grades

* Posts grades regularly to district-approved student information system/grade book

* Uses a variety of avenues to communicate regularly with parents and school personnel regarding students' levels and rates of progress

* Actively supervises students while in the classroom, hallway, and special events as required

* Attends and participates in team, department, faculty meetings, and professional development

* Keeps up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and makes relevant changes to instructional plans and activities to meet the needs of all students

* Adheres to all school and district policies and procedures, including maintaining confidentiality

* Develops lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with the basic instructional needs of the ELL and dual language students

* Provides learning experiences which develop the basic communication skill, utilizing a variety of language acquisition methods and strategies

* Provides individualized and small group instruction as needed to implement the instructional bilingual/ESL/dual language program

* Confers with the school principal, the Teaching and Learning Department and ELL Coordinator

* Is responsible for administering the procedures for identifying and evaluating bilingual/ESL/dual language students

* Conducts in-service workshops for staff and parents as seen appropriate to the success of the bilingual/ESL/dual language program

* Keeps parents informed on a regular basis regarding student progress, program activities, and evaluations (i.e. student progress reports, newsletters, evaluation survey)

* Develops pupil understanding and appreciation of both their native culture and the culture of the United States

* Evaluates each pupil's progress in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing the English language and Spanish (as required)

* Selects and requisitions books, instructional aids, and instructional supplies; maintains required inventory records

* Identifies…