Middle School Dual Language/Social Science Teacher
Henry County School District, Crystal Lake, IL, United States
Middle School Dual Language/Social Science Teacher JobID: 6117
Position Details
Position Type: Dual Language/Bilingual/ELL Teaching / Dual Language
Date Posted: 4/25/2025
Location: Hannah Beardsley Middle School
Date Available: 25/26 SY
Closing Date: Until Filled
District: Crystal Lake Community Consolidated School District #47
Crystal Lake School District 47 currently has an opening for a Middle School Dual Language/Social Science Teacher. The goals of this position are to deliver the curriculum in both English and Spanish to second language learners while using a variety of measures for assessments. Candidate will teach in a two-way immersion classroom.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Be responsible for planning, teaching, and assessing all curricular areas as outlined by the Board of Education
Be able to teach each lesson in Spanish or English, depending on the grade level and language allocation
Have a deep understanding of second language acquisition
Use best practice for first and second language learners
Be able to adapt the curriculum and language level for individual students’ needs
Further the goal of cultural awareness through extracurricular family activities
Identify student needs and work cooperatively with other professional staff to solve learning, behavioral, and/or health problems
Maintain organized records and prepare reports of student progress in both languages
Maintain high standards of classroom behavior and cultural and linguistic sensitivity
Administer the ACCESS for ELLs, MAP, PARCC, and other mandated state and local assessments, depending on the grade level
Effectively communicate with parents in both English and Spanish through conferences and other methods
Be able to translate between languages both orally and in written form
Collaborate with grade level team and work with a district-wide dual language team to develop curriculum and further the goals of the dual language program
Participate in curriculum development projects, materials selection, and committee work.
Increase professional competence by participating in district in-service, seeking out other professional growth opportunities, and following the district’s policies for continued university study
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Valid Illinois Professional Educator License and Educator License w/ Stipulations-Transitional Bilingual Educator
Endorsements:
Elementary Education (K-9)
Bilingual Education Teacher – Spanish
MS Endorsement in Social Studies
Be fluent and literate in English and Spanish
Be knowledgeable of elementary curriculum as well as second language acquisition
Promote the dual language program and its philosophies
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Demonstrate high levels of flexibility, have excellent interpersonal communication skills, articulation, concentration, confidentiality, organization and maintain a positive attitude
Physical requirements include sitting, standing, bending, walking, and lifting equipment and materials
High level of flexibility, articulation, concentration, and confidentiality
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
3 Letters of Reference and/or Credential Packet
Transcripts
Resume
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Position Details
Position Type: Dual Language/Bilingual/ELL Teaching / Dual Language
Date Posted: 4/25/2025
Location: Hannah Beardsley Middle School
Date Available: 25/26 SY
Closing Date: Until Filled
District: Crystal Lake Community Consolidated School District #47
Crystal Lake School District 47 currently has an opening for a Middle School Dual Language/Social Science Teacher. The goals of this position are to deliver the curriculum in both English and Spanish to second language learners while using a variety of measures for assessments. Candidate will teach in a two-way immersion classroom.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Be responsible for planning, teaching, and assessing all curricular areas as outlined by the Board of Education
Be able to teach each lesson in Spanish or English, depending on the grade level and language allocation
Have a deep understanding of second language acquisition
Use best practice for first and second language learners
Be able to adapt the curriculum and language level for individual students’ needs
Further the goal of cultural awareness through extracurricular family activities
Identify student needs and work cooperatively with other professional staff to solve learning, behavioral, and/or health problems
Maintain organized records and prepare reports of student progress in both languages
Maintain high standards of classroom behavior and cultural and linguistic sensitivity
Administer the ACCESS for ELLs, MAP, PARCC, and other mandated state and local assessments, depending on the grade level
Effectively communicate with parents in both English and Spanish through conferences and other methods
Be able to translate between languages both orally and in written form
Collaborate with grade level team and work with a district-wide dual language team to develop curriculum and further the goals of the dual language program
Participate in curriculum development projects, materials selection, and committee work.
Increase professional competence by participating in district in-service, seeking out other professional growth opportunities, and following the district’s policies for continued university study
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Valid Illinois Professional Educator License and Educator License w/ Stipulations-Transitional Bilingual Educator
Endorsements:
Elementary Education (K-9)
Bilingual Education Teacher – Spanish
MS Endorsement in Social Studies
Be fluent and literate in English and Spanish
Be knowledgeable of elementary curriculum as well as second language acquisition
Promote the dual language program and its philosophies
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Demonstrate high levels of flexibility, have excellent interpersonal communication skills, articulation, concentration, confidentiality, organization and maintain a positive attitude
Physical requirements include sitting, standing, bending, walking, and lifting equipment and materials
High level of flexibility, articulation, concentration, and confidentiality
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
3 Letters of Reference and/or Credential Packet
Transcripts
Resume
#J-18808-Ljbffr