<p>Duties</p> <p>Position Summary:</p> <p>Wood Dale School District 7 is seeking a dedicated, collaborative 5th-grade teacher with a strong commitment to supporting all students. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality instruction aligned to grade-level standards while integrating language development strategies to ensure all students can access and engage in rigorous learning.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Plan and deliver engaging, standards-based instruction in all core subject areas </li><li>Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic and language needs of students </li><li>Support learners through effective strategies and scaffolds </li><li>Use data to inform instruction and monitor student progress </li><li>Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment that fosters student growth and belonging </li><li>Collaborate with ESL staff, special education staff, and grade-level teams to support all learners </li><li>Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and classroom activities </li><li>Participate in professional learning and contribute to a collaborative school culture </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Elementary Education endorsement </li><li>ESL endorsement (preferred or willingness to obtain) </li><li>Strong understanding of differentiated instruction and language acquisition strategies </li><li>Commitment to equitable practices and meeting the needs of all learners </li><li>Excellent communication and collaboration skills </li></ul> <p>Salary/Benefits</p> <ul> <li>Benefits: </li><li>Dental Insurance </li><li>Health Insurance </li><li>Vision Insurance </li><li>Professional Development Assistance </li><li>Tuition Reimbursement </li><li>Retirement Plan </li></ul> <p>Salary: Pay from $52,300 per year depending on experience</p> <p>How to Apply</p> <p>Application: Interested candidates should apply through the district's online application system and submit a resume, cover letter, and appropriate credentials. Apply at: https://www.applitrack.com/wd7/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Elementary+School+Teaching</p> <p>Email Address</p> <p>sjjohnson@wdsd7.org</p> <p>School District</p> <p>Wood Dale School District 7</p> <p>Position Website</p> <p>https://www.applitrack.com/wd7/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Elementary+School+Teaching</p> <p>City Website</p> <p>wdsd7.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>5/1/2026</p> <p>Start Date</p> <p>N/A</p>