EL Teacher JobID:

6454

Position Type:

Elementary School Teaching/ESL Date Posted:

3/19/2026

Location:

Steger Intermediate Center Date Available:

08/17/2026

Closing Date:

NA District:

Steger School District 194

JOB TITLE:

EL Teacher

LOCATION

Steger Primary Center, Steger Intermediate Center, Columbia Central School

SUPERVISOR

Principal, Director of Student Services FLSA Status:

Union/Non-Union:

Union Link:

Teacher's Contract Link:

Benefit Fact Sheet

JOB SUMMARY

To provide academic support to students who are English Language Learners to help them transition to speaking, reading and writing the English language

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To excel in this role, the individual must meet the following key responsibilities: Conduct assessments and identify students for the Program. Develop program curriculum. Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district. Develops and uses instructional materials suitable for verbal or visual instruction of English Language Learner students. Provides individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and help the students make a satisfactory transition to a regular classroom. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve effective participation in all activities. Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records. Communicates with parents through a variety of means. Holds parent conferences to discuss the individual student's progress and interprets the school program. Communicates with classroom teachers regarding the Program and student information. Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers. Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities. Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Additional tasks as assigned.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

The role requires frequent walking and standing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is generally stable, with minimal exposure to unusual temperatures, noise, or hazards. The position requires extended and non-traditional hours to fulfill job duties, as well as participation in organization-sponsored events and meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with: Bilingual Education endorsement or ESL endorsement

LICENSES/CREDENTIAL

Valid Illinois Teacher's License (PEL).

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

All terms of employment are outlined by the collective bargaining agreement with the Steger Education Association. All terms of employment are outlined by the collective bargaining agreement with the Steger Education Association.

EVALUATION

The performance of this role is evaluated according to the Board's policy on evaluating professional personnel.