<p>Duties</p> <p>Instructional responsibilities include the teaching of Middle School Science (based on the Illinois Learning Standards). Additional responsibilities/expectations include: • Supporting the D71 Vision for Social Studies and Science Education • Participation in department and grade level collaborative teams • Collaboration with other classroom teachers, Student Services Team and support staff • Responsibilities also include the supervision and management of the classes, while effectively teaching the curriculum to meet the individual needs of students, evaluating individual progress, and communicating progress with students and parents.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Education/Certifications:</p> <p>Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with a proper middle school science endorsement.</p> <p>Special Knowledge/Skills/Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Demonstrated ability and interest in coaching and moderating extracurricular activities strongly preferred. </li><li>Additional subject area or special education endorsement preferred. </li><li>Effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills </li><li>Ability to read, learn and interpret rules and regulations </li><li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships </li><li>Ability to establish rapport with students, parents and staff </li><li>Knowledge of best teaching practices and pedagogy </li><li>Ability to interpret and implement IEPs </li></ul> <p>Salary/Benefits</p> <p>Excellent salary and full-time benefits including health insurance commensurate with education and experience.</p> <p>How to Apply</p> <p>Complete on-line application at www.niles71.org. Thank you for your interest in our well organized, friendly, community school. D71 is a great place to work!</p> <p>Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page</p> <p>www.niles71.org/district-information/employment</p> <p>Email Address</p> <p>esmolinski@niles71.org</p> <p>School District</p> <p>www.niles71.org/district-information/employment</p> <p>Position Website</p> <p>http://www.niles71.org/district-information/employment</p> <p>ILearn Link</p> <p>ILearn</p> <p>Report Card Link</p> <p>Illinois Report Card</p> <p>Job Posting Date</p> <p>6/6/2025</p> <p>Start Date</p> <p>N/A</p>