6th Grade Pre- Algebra​/Algebra Math Teacher Leave of Absence

Overview

Position Type:
Middle School Teaching / Mathematics

Date Posted: 1/23/2026

Location:

Daniel Wright Junior High School

Date Available:

04/30/2026

Closing Date:
Until Filled

District:
Lincolnshire-Prairie View School District 103

• Teaches courses in mathematics to middle school pupils using appropriate curriculum publications as guidelines in teaching individual course content.
• Develops lesson plans and appropriate instructional aids stressing discovery and laboratory learning methods.
• Demonstrates mathematical concepts using models, chalkboard, overhead projector, calculators, computers, and other standard or teacher-prepared instructional aids.
• Provides opportunities when needed for individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Designs learning activities that will relate mathematics to the physical world.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.
• Evaluates each pupil's progress in mathematical knowledge and skills.
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids to the interest and maturity level of pupils; maintains required inventory records.
• Communicates with parents to interpret contemporary methods in teaching mathematics and with parents and school counselors to discuss the individual pupil's progress.
• Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned workday.
• Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs.
• Shares in the sponsorship of student activities such as mathematics teams, and participates in faculty committees.
• Adapts the curriculum to provide individual, small-group, or remedial instruction to meet the needs of the individual pupil.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and in self-selected professional growth activities.

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with Middle School Math endorsement.
• Experience preferred.

School District 103 is seeking to fill a leave of absence position for 6th grade Pre-Algebra/Algebra Math teacher. Assignment duration will be April 30, 2026 - June 2, 2026 (or last day of attendance for students). Additional transition days will be arranged between the principal, teacher, and candidate.

To help each pupil develop competence in basic mathematical skills and an understanding of the structure of mathematics; to motivate each pupil to apply mathematical understanding and skills in the solution of practical problems; and to encourage pupils to develop their special talents in the field of mathematics.

• Teaches courses in mathematics to middle school pupils using appropriate curriculum publications as guidelines in teaching individual course content.
• Develops lesson plans and appropriate instructional aids stressing discovery and laboratory learning methods.
• Demonstrates mathematical concepts using models, chalkboard, overhead projector, calculators, computers, and other standard or teacher-prepared instructional aids.
• Provides opportunities when needed for individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Designs learning activities that will relate mathematics to the physical world.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.
• Evaluates each pupil's progress in mathematical knowledge and skills.
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids to the interest and maturity level of pupils; maintains required inventory records.
• Communicates with parents to interpret contemporary methods in teaching mathematics and with parents and school counselors to discuss the individual pupil's progress.
• Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned workday.
• Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs.
• Shares in the sponsorship of student activities such as mathematics teams, and participates in faculty committees.
• Adapts the curriculum to provide individual, small-group, or remedial instruction to meet the needs of the individual pupil.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and in self-selected professional growth activities.

Application Procedure: Complete and submit online application. Online applications only please.

Selection Procedure: Administrators will review online applications and contact potential applicants for interviews.