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Springfield Public Schools

ASL World Language Teacher

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A Bilingual, ESL, or Language Teacher teaches foreign languages to students in elementary to secondary schools. This includes English as a second language. Common foreign languages which are taught are Spanish, French, Japanese, Korean, German, Dutch, Russian, Mandarin, and Arabic.

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ASL World Language Teacher Springfield School District 186 District Office - Springfield, Illinois Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Springfield School District 186
Job Details Job ID:
3076805
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Re-Posted:
Apr 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Job Description
TITLE OF VACANCY
ASL World Language Teacher
LOCATION
Southeast, Springfield, Lanphier High Schools (potentially traveling positions)
CONTRACT PERIOD
180 day school calendar for 2026-2027 school year
REPORT TO
Building Principal
REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS
1. Valid Illinois Professional Educator's License with a high school endorsement 2. Demonstrate proficiency in ASL in an interview or provide test scores of 3+ on ASLPI or intermediate+ for SLPI 3. Experience or willingness to collaborate with other teachers. 4. Provide accessible learning opportunities for all students while teaching ASL and Deaf culture
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Responsible for passionately providing instruction in the field of American Sign Language; utilizing the curriculum provided by District 186, promoting student progress, and managing a safe positive classroom environment. 2. Use technology as a means to support the work of teachers and students. 3. Cooperate in carrying out school district rules and regulations. 4. Provide differentiated instruction. 5. Implement best practice instructional strategies to support content areas. 6. Willingness to empower students with diverse learning needs to reach their full potential. 7. Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with the world language instructional philosophy and congruent with the course curriculum. 8. Assess and monitor student progress, providing feedback and support to help students achieve their learning goals. 9. Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in ASL, as a special interest group under world languages, and Deaf culture. 10.Perform any other duties as assigned by the World Language Instructional Supervisor, Department Chair, or appropriate Administrator.
EFFECTIVE DATE
First contractual day of the 2026-2027 District 186 180-day calendar SALARY and
BENEFITS
In accordance with current SEA negotiated agreement; Go to the 26-27 SEA Salary Schedule to view the
SEA Salary Schedule Position Type:
Full-Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Office of Human Resources 3063 Fiat Ave Springfield, Illinois 62703
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