Substitute/Guest Teacher Gurnee,IL

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Substitute/Guest Teacher

Woodland School District 50 Gurnee, IL

Days Posted: 11 days

Experience Level:Not Specified

Employment Type:Not Specified

Pay Range: $56340/year - $98000/year (Estimated)

Substitute/Guest Teacher JobID: 2758 Position Type: Substitutes/Substitute/Guest Teacher Date Posted: 12/8/2025 Location: Districtwide Date Available: Flexible Closing Date: Open &nbsp&nbspAdditional Information: Show/Hide ___ POSITION TITLE: Substitute/Guest Teacher Applicants are instructed to address in their application/resume their experiences directly related to each section noted in the posting. Only completed/submitted online applications with supporting documents will be screened. POSITION TYPE: Certified Support DESCRIPTION: Enables each child to pursue his education as smoothly and completely as possible in the absence of his/her regular teacher. QUALIFICATIONS: <ol> <li> Certification: Valid Illinois Professional Educator's or Subtitute License registered in Lake County </li><li> Education: </li></ol> A. Required - Bachelor's Degree <ol start="3"> <li>Experience: </li></ol> A. Preferred - Classroom teaching experience ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: <ul> <li>Reports to the building principal or school secretary upon arrival at the school building </li><li>Reviews with the principal, department head, or team leader all plans and schedules to be followed during the teaching day </li><li>Maintains as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which he is assigned </li><li>Teachers the lesson outlined and described in the Substitute Teacher's Guide as prepared by the absent teacher </li><li>Consults as appropriate, with the school principal, department head, or team leader before initiating any teaching or other procedures not specified in the Substitute Teacher's Guide </li><li>Assumes responsibility for overseeing pupil behavior in class and during lunch and recess periods </li><li>Reports in writing, on the day's activities at the conclusion of each teaching day </li><li>Follows all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teaching practice dictates </li><li>Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the School Principal </li></ul> KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES <ul> <li>Planning and Preparation - Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy, students, and resources. Design coherent instruction and select appropriate instructional activities, and has the ability to assess students learning. </li><li>Classroom Environment - Creates an environment of respect and report, establishes a culture for learning, manages classroom procedures, manages students behavior, and has the ability to organize physical space. </li><li>Instruction - Communicates clearly and accurately, uses questioning and discussion techniques, engages students in learning, provides feedback to students, and demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness. </li><li>Professional Responsibility - Reflects on teaching, maintains accurate records, communicates professionally, contributes to the school and district, grows and develops professionally, and shows professionalism. </li></ul> Technical: Competent in digital environments; iPads, Chromebooks databases, spreadsheets, publishing software, Microsoft Office, Google applications etc. Interpersonal: Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, parents, businesses and community. Strong organization, communication and interpersonal skills. Empathetic, humanistic and open-minded. Strong sense of teamwork. Strategic thinker. Must be able to work harmoniously with the community, students, parents, staff, and administration, etc. Must be able to communicate effectively with students, parents and staff in both English and Spanish. Must exhibit sound judgment in dealing with people. Must have strong organizational skills. DISTRICT CORE COMPETENCIES: <ul> <li>Support the establishment of mutual respect and equal human dignity across the entire school community. </li><li>Welcomes inclusion, equity and diversity. </li><li>Have an unwavering commitment to the success of all students. </li><li>Understanding that your identity may be different than students, parents, and staff, you are willing to put those differences aside for the success of all students. </li><li>Regardless of the identities of students, staff, or parents, works collaboratively to build a successful relationship with them. </li><li>Willingly anticipate, identify and adopt change. </li><li>Engage in all job-related interactions and activities, with contacts from within and outside the District, in a courteous and professional manner. </li><li>Communicate with styles that are approachable and respectful. </li><li>Participate in professional development and training to become more effective and efficient. </li><li>Take initiative to manage multiple tasks. </li><li>Effectively organize work to be as productive as possible. </li></ul> PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Manual Dexterity: Work requires definite skilled and accurate physical operations requiring some closely coordinated performance. Physical Effort: Work requires handling average weight materials or equipment, but not for sustained periods. Working Conditions: Some exposure to definitely disagreeable elements may exist. OTHER PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITES: <ol> <li> Assist in other areas as needed </li><li> Complete other duties as assigned </li><li> Provide ongoing professional development to staff and administration </li></ol> TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Work Week: Monday through Friday (as needed) Work Year: August to June Work Hours: Varies from 7:15 a.m. - 3:55 p.m depending upon building assignment. Salary Range: $130 per day minimal HOW TO APPLY: Internal applicants should apply online at www.dist50.net and attach a resume to the online application. External applicants should apply online at www.dist50.net and attach three letters of recommendations, resume and transcript(s) to the online application. All applicants must be willing to interview in person and demonstrate skills through a situational analysis. Applicants will be contacted within three weeks if invited for an interview. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Further information regarding this position may be obtained by contacting: CONTACT PERSON: Sharon Cook Assistant Director of Human Resources scook@dist50.net (847) 596-5641 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications reviewed as received Woodland School District 50 is an Equal Opportunity Employer with established policies prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, arrest record, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable military discharge, citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States, use of lawful products while not at work, being a victim of domestic or sexual violence, genetic information, physical or mental handicap or disability, if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or other legally protected categories. The Associate Superintendent of Educational Services (847-596-5631) addresses questions regarding student discrimination and serves as the Districts Title IX Coordinator, and the Executive Director of Human Resources (847-596-5640) answers questions concerning employment discrimination. EP1-FY26-2758

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