<p>Duties</p> <ul> <li>Implement best practice instructional strategies to support reading and writing within content areas </li><li>Assist students as needed, using individualized instruction curriculum </li><li>Establish and maintain a classroom climate and management plan conducive to learning </li><li>Actively participate as a member of a professional learning community </li><li>Contribute as a team member and/or leader to all school improvement initiatives </li><li>Use technology as a means to support the work of teachers and students </li><li>Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff and community </li><li>Cooperate in carrying out school district rules and regulations </li><li>Be punctual and regular in attendance </li><li>Perform other duties as assigned </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Valid Illinois PEL with Middle School endorsement in Science </li><li>Willingness or desire to work professionally with other educators (team oriented) </li><li>Experience or knowledgeable in using data to drive curricular and/or instructional decisions (results oriented) </li><li>Experienced and knowledgeable in differentiated instruction </li><li>Experienced and knowledgeable in cross-disciplinary instruction </li><li>Experienced and knowledgeable in project-based learning </li><li>Committed to working with parents/guardians in the educational process </li><li>Committed to continuous improvement and professional growth </li><li>Interest in developing a program to produce world-class citizens </li></ul> <p>Salary/Benefits</p> <p>SALARY and BENEFITS: In accordance with current SEA negotiated agreement;</p> <p>Go to the 25-26 SEA Salary to view the SEA Salary Schedule</p> <p>How to Apply</p> <p>HOW TO APPLY: go to https://www.sps186.org/page/human-resources and click on "Click here to view job postings and apply" follow online instructions OR</p> <p>Refer application and resume to:</p> <p>Jennifer Russell</p> <p>Executive Director of Human Resources</p> <p>Springfield Public Schools District 186</p> <p>3063 Fiat Avenue</p> <p>Springfield, IL 62703</p> <p>217-525-3006</p> <p>Email Address</p> <p>tfitzgerald@sps186.org</p> <p>School District</p> <p>https://www.sps186.org</p> <p>Position Website</p> <p>https://www.sps186.org</p> <p>ILearn Link</p> <p>ILearn</p> <p>Report Card Link</p> <p>District Report Card</p> <p>Job Posting Date</p> <p>12/11/2025</p> <p>Start Date</p> <p>N/A</p>