<p>Duties</p> <p>Job Summary:</p> <p>Rochelle Middle School is seeking a dedicated 6th Grade Social Studies teacher who is passionate about helping students understand history, civics, geography and the world around them. The ideal candidate fosters critical thinking, inquiry and discussion while creating an inclusive classroom environment. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply to support communication with multilingual families.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned Social Studies lessons</p> <p>Promote inquiry, analysis and evidence-based discussion</p> <p>Use assessments to guide instruction and monitor student growth</p> <p>Differentiate instruction for diverse learners, including multilingual students and those with IEPs</p> <p>Build a positive classroom culture with clear expectations</p> <p>Collaborate with grade level teams and communicate regularly with families</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Bachelor's degree in Education or related field</p> <p>Valid IL Professional Educator License with appropriate Social Studies or Middle School Endorsement</p> <p>Strong knowledge of Social Studies content and effective teaching strategies</p> <p>Ability to build strong relationships and a supportive learning environment</p> <p>Salary/Benefits</p> <p>Salary and benefits determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement</p> <p>Professional development opportunities</p> <p>Supportive and collaborative school culture</p> <p>Additional Notes</p> <p>This position starts at the beginning of the 2026-2027 school year.</p> <p>How to Apply</p> <p>Interested applicants can send their cover letter, resume and references to Rochelle Middle School Principal, Katie Smith at ksmith@d231.rochelle.net.</p> <p>Email Address</p> <p>ksmith@d231.rochelle.net</p> <p>School District</p> <p>https://www.rochelleschools.org/o/d231</p> <p>ILearn Link</p> <p>ILearn</p> <p>Report Card Link</p> <p>District Report Card</p> <p>Job Posting Date</p> <p>12/15/2025</p> <p>Start Date</p> <p>8/10/2026</p>