Junior High Science Teacher

Position Type:Middle School Teaching/ScienceDate Posted:3/16/2026Location:Indian Springs School District 109Date Available:2026/27 School YearClosing Date:Until FilledDistrict:Indian Springs School District 109JOB DESCRIPTIONIndian Springs School District #109Junior High Middle School TeacherScience Qualifications:Bachelor's DegreeDemonstrates aptitude for successful completion of professional responsibilitiesLicensure:Appropriate Illinois State Board of Education License (PEL) with Middle School Science Endorsement; ELL PreferredREPORTS TO: Building PrincipalPERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:Instructional Planning & Knowledge of Subject Matter 1) Establishes specific learning objectives2) Plans for a variety of methods and materials appropriate to lesson objectives3) Provides for differences of abilities, achievement levels and learning styles as appropriate to subject and matter 4) Maintains concise written lesson plans in accordance with the established format 5) Plans evaluation of student achievement in relation to stated objectives6) Utilizes a variety diagnostic and assessment information 7) Adheres to district curriculum guidelines, time limits and objectives8) Demonstrates a knowledge of subject matter and incorporates this knowledge in lesson development9) Accepts responsibility for the safety and well-being of the students while children are on the school premises Instructional Implementation & Classroom Management1) Makes students aware of lesson objective(s)2) Reflects previously stated objectives in classroom presentation and/or activities 3) Uses a variety of methods of instruction such as lecture, discovery, discussion and student practice associated with individual student observation and assistance 4) Uses probing questioning techniques to determine or establish understanding of concepts, relationships and feedback5) Uses a variety of and sufficient evaluative procedure such as written and oral tests and evaluation of continued use of skills in language activities6) Creates a positive learning environment and provides for complementaryphysical arrangement and d cor of the classroom to support instructional method 7) Monitors students continually to develop on task behavior 8) Creates an appropriate atmosphere, using contact time efficiently9) Demonstrates enthusiasm and exhibits high expectations for students10) Makes learning presentation appropriate to students abilities and capable of holding students' interests11) Maintains appropriate communication with students12) Provides opportunities for all students to experience success13) Demonstrates respect of, is tolerant of, and is fair to all studentsPROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 1) Provides concise and timely oral and/or written reports to parents2) Maintains accurate and sufficient records of student progress and behavior3) Develops standards of behavior, presents standards to students and consistentlyadheres to expected student behaviors and associated consequences 4) Adheres to and enforces established school discipline policies5) Accepts appropriate share of responsibility for total school operation6) Uses a professional manner in dealing with students, co-workers, parentsand community 7) Performs such other professional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the principal and/or district administration8) Other than for serious and/or extended illness, does not exhibit excessive orpatterns of absences exceeding yearly sick leave allotment.9) Reports for work day, staff meetings and other time commitments in a punctual manner EVALUATION: In accordance with District Policy and Administrative Procedures SALARY: Based on training and experience in accordance with the Agreement between Indian Springs School District #109 and Indian Springs Council, Local 571 of the IFT/AFT. Revised 1/2015