Frontline Applicant Tracking - Thornton Fractional Township High School District 215

Openings as of 4/1/2025

Director of Special Education

JobID: 2472

Position Type:
  Administration (Licensed)


Date Posted:
  11/1/2024


Location:
  T. F. District 215
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  07/01/2025


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


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Job/FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports to: Assistant Superintendent of Student Services & Equity

Position Summary: The Director of Special Education will provide District-wide special education department support and leadership that promotes and positively influences school and district student achievement.

General purpose: Strategic planning; coordinate educational services; financial management; problem resolution.

Role qualifications:
 
• Must hold a current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with
  • Director of Special Education endorsement AND
  • Learning Behavior Specialist endorsement OR
  • School Service Personnel endorsement
• Must have earned a master's degree or equivalent in an area of special education awarded by a regionally accredited institution of higher education
• Must have at least least three years' full-time experience as a special education teacher, a speech-language pathologist, a school social worker, or a school psychologist
• A history of proficient and/or excellent performance evaluation ratings
• Strong knowledge of specially designed instruction and effective co-teaching models
• Strong knowledge of special education regulations and compliance requirements

Position Responsibilities:
• Work collaboratively with building leadership to streamline special education processes.
• Provide leadership and guidance in IEP implementation and development.
• Conduct department meetings and submit minutes to Assistant Superintendent of Student Services & Equity.
• Coordinate and disseminate information related to compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct performance evaluations of special education teachers and paraprofessionals.
• Works collegially with staff and administration.
• Ensure the implementation of specially designed instructional and best practices that meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Evaluate and increase the effectiveness of co-teaching models.
• Facilitate the special education pre-referral process.
• Assist in ensuring special education compliance.
• Work collaboratively with Assistant Principals of Instruction and Student Services Coordinators in matters related to special education scheduling.
• Develop and facilitate professional learning for paraprofessionals and special education teachers.
• Provide leadership and coordination of curricular development, implementation, and enhancement in the area of special education.
• Create and monitor common expectations for case management.
• Facilitate professional development for the department.
• Provide informed feedback concerning curriculum implementation.
• Submit documentation as required to support the departmental goals or duties as assigned.
• Facilitate IEP meetings as needed.
• Work collaboratively with all members of the school community.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned by the Assistant Superintendent. 

Essential skills and experience:
• Leadership: demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others
• Planning: ability to think ahead and plan over a one- to two-year time span
• Management: ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
• Problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and a functional level
• Excellent collaboration and consultation skills to support special education teachers in implementing research-based instructional strategies
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Commitment to education and District values
• Must possess a valid driver’s license for travel between school campuses
• On-call availability
 
Reporting to this position: Student Services Coordinators

Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Terms of Employment:
• 12-month work year
• Salary range is $88,699-$173,111, based on verified experience and education
• Teachers Retirement System of Illinois (TRS) pension
• Vacation, sick, and personal days
• Generous fringe benefits as provided by the current Local #683 Agreement
• Annual performance evaluation





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Assistant Coach - Girls Volleyball

JobID: 2508

Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/Coach


Date Posted:
  1/29/2025


Location:
  T. F. North High School
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  2025-2026 season


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


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Job/FLSA Status: Part-Time, Seasonal, Exempt

Reports to: Principal and/or designee

Position Summary: To help students achieve maximum benefits from the extracurricular and athletic opportunities offered to them in the schools.

Role qualifications:
1. Must meet IHSA qualifications to coach per IHSA Constitution and By-Laws
2. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
3. Commitment to education and district values
4. Experience as a coach in the activity sponsored preferred
5. Experience working in a high school setting preferred
6. Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred

Job Duties:
1. Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all student and parent requests or grievances through proper channels. Is aware of all meetings that require attendance.
2. Assists the Head Coach in scheduling and providing transportation to contests, tournaments and other athletic events.
3. Assists the Head Coach in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility times. Coordinates program with maintenance and other school employees that may be involved.
4. Assists the Head Coach in the distribution and collection of documentation to fulfill state and school district requirements concerning physical examination, parental consent, insurance requirements and any other matters dealing with athletic eligibility.
5. Assists the Head Coach in distributing team rules, training rules and any other unique regulations of the sport to each athlete who is considered a participant.
6. Provides for proper supervision of athletes at all practices, games and while traveling.
7. Directs student managers and statisticians on respective teams.
8. Completes paperwork, if necessary, on athletic injuries utilizing district approved forms and submits them to the athletic office on the next school day of attendance.
9. Is accountable to the Head Coach for all equipment issued to his/her team. Aids in the distribution, collection and storage of equipment. Assists the Head Coach in the collection of the cost of any equipment lost or not returned. Submits to the Head Coach an annual end-of-season inventory as part of his/her final report.
10. Recommends to the Head Coach budgetary items for the next season in his/her area of the program.
11. Permits athletes to only be in authorized areas of the building at the appropriate times.
12. Examines locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking the condition of the facility. Reports problematic conditions to the Head Coach and/or the Athletic Director in writing.
13. Assists the Head Coach in carrying out his/her responsibilities.
14. Instructs team members as to NFHS, IHSA and SSC rules and regulations of the sport and teaches fundamentals as outlined by the Head Coach.
15. Maintains a record for team statistics and requirements for end-of-season awards for both Head Coach and Athletic Director for his/her team.
16. Works within the basic framework and philosophy of the Head Coach of that sport.
17. Attends all staff meetings and carries out scouting assignments as outlined by the Head Coach.
18. Arrives early enough before practice, contests, and meetings to adequately prepare and remains long enough afterwards to help players with problems or to become involved in staff discussions.
19. Helps in the planning and implementation of in-season (only) conditioning and weightlifting programs.
20. Never criticizes, admonishes or argues with head coach or any staff member in the presence of players or parents.
21. Completes online concussion awareness training, first aid training, Automated External Defibrillator training, prior to the start of the season. Biannual training on anaphylactic reactions and asthma management. (Board Policy 5:100, 5:280)

Reporting to this position: N/A

Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Terms of Employment: Season of the athletic event; Stipend as provided by the negotiated Agreement

Evaluation: At the end of each athletic season based upon criteria as defined in the Negotiated Agreement and the District 215 Athletics/Activities Handbook.

Application Procedure: Apply online.




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Assistant Coach - Football

JobID: 2494

Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/Coach


Date Posted:
  12/11/2024


Location:
  T. F. South High School
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  2025-2026 season


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


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Job/FLSA Status: Part-Time, Seasonal, Exempt

Reports to: Principal and/or designee

Position Summary: To help students achieve maximum benefits from the extracurricular and athletic opportunities offered to them in the schools.

Role qualifications:
1. Must meet IHSA qualifications to coach per IHSA Constitution and By-Laws
2. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
3. Commitment to education and district values
4. Experience as a coach in the activity sponsored preferred
5. Experience working in a high school setting preferred
6. Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred

Job Duties:
1. Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all student and parent requests or grievances through proper channels. Is aware of all meetings that require attendance.
2. Assists the Head Coach in scheduling and providing transportation to contests, tournaments and other athletic events.
3. Assists the Head Coach in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility times. Coordinates program with maintenance and other school employees that may be involved.
4. Assists the Head Coach in the distribution and collection of documentation to fulfill state and school district requirements concerning physical examination, parental consent, insurance requirements and any other matters dealing with athletic eligibility.
5. Assists the Head Coach in distributing team rules, training rules and any other unique regulations of the sport to each athlete who is considered a participant.
6. Provides for proper supervision of athletes at all practices, games and while traveling.
7. Directs student managers and statisticians on respective teams.
8. Completes paperwork, if necessary, on athletic injuries utilizing district approved forms and submits them to the athletic office on the next school day of attendance.
9. Is accountable to the Head Coach for all equipment issued to his/her team. Aids in the distribution, collection and storage of equipment. Assists the Head Coach in the collection of the cost of any equipment lost or not returned. Submits to the Head Coach an annual end-of-season inventory as part of his/her final report.
10. Recommends to the Head Coach budgetary items for the next season in his/her area of the program.
11. Permits athletes to only be in authorized areas of the building at the appropriate times.
12. Examines locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking the condition of the facility. Reports problematic conditions to the Head Coach and/or the Athletic Director in writing.
13. Assists the Head Coach in carrying out his/her responsibilities.
14. Instructs team members as to NFHS, IHSA and SSC rules and regulations of the sport and teaches fundamentals as outlined by the Head Coach.
15. Maintains a record for team statistics and requirements for end-of-season awards for both Head Coach and Athletic Director for his/her team.
16. Works within the basic framework and philosophy of the Head Coach of that sport.
17. Attends all staff meetings and carries out scouting assignments as outlined by the Head Coach.
18. Arrives early enough before practice, contests, and meetings to adequately prepare and remains long enough afterwards to help players with problems or to become involved in staff discussions.
19. Helps in the planning and implementation of in-season (only) conditioning and weightlifting programs.
20. Never criticizes, admonishes or argues with head coach or any staff member in the presence of players or parents.
21. Completes online concussion awareness training, first aid training, Automated External Defibrillator training, prior to the start of the season. Biannual training on anaphylactic reactions and asthma management. (Board Policy 5:100, 5:280)

Reporting to this position: N/A

Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Terms of Employment: Season of the athletic event; Stipend as provided by the negotiated Agreement

Evaluation: At the end of each athletic season based upon criteria as defined in the Negotiated Agreement and the District 215 Athletics/Activities Handbook.

Application Procedure: Apply online.




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Head Coach - Cheerleading

JobID: 2528

Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/Coach


Date Posted:
  3/7/2025


Location:
  T. F. North High School
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  2025-2026 season


Closing Date:
  Open Until Filled


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Job/FLSA Status: Part-Time, Seasonal, Exempt

Reports to: Principal and/or designee

Position Summary: To help students achieve maximum benefits from the extracurricular and athletic opportunities offered to them in the schools.

Role qualifications:
1. Must meet IHSA qualifications to coach per IHSA Constitution and By-Laws
2. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
3. Commitment to education and district values
4. Experience as a coach in the activity sponsored preferred
5. Experience working in a high school setting preferred
6. Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred

Job Duties:
1. Is responsible for his/her total program and the understanding of NFHS, IHSA, and SSC rules and regulations.
2. Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all requests or grievances through proper channels.
3. Establishes the fundamental philosophy, skills, and techniques to be taught by staff. Designs conferences and staff meetings to insure staff awareness of overall program.
4. Encourages professional growth by encouraging clinic attendance according to district policy.
5. Delegates specific duties and supervises implementation of same.
6. Assigns, regulates, and supervises all scouting activities.
7. Attends required IHSA, SSC, departmental or other meetings.
8. Provides input to the Athletic Director with regard to scheduling, transportation and requirements for tournament and special sport events.
9. Assists in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility times. Coordinates program with maintenance staff.
10. Provides documentation to fulfill state and system requirements concerning physical examinations, parents' consent, insurance and eligibility in a timely manner.
11. Submits other necessary documents (rosters, game reports, injury reports, etc.) to the Athletic Director expediently. Completes paperwork on all disabling athletic injuries on proper forms and submits to athletic office within 24 hours if necessary.
12. Advises the Athletic Director and recommends policy, method or procedural changes.
13. Participates in the budgeting function with the Athletic Director by establishing requirements for the next season. Recommends equipment guidelines as to type, style, color or technical specifications. Is responsible for operating within budget appropriations.
14. Is accountable for all equipment and collects the cost of any equipment lost or not returned. Arranges for the issuing, collection and storage of equipment and submits annual inventory with the end-of-season report. Arranges with the Athletic Director any reconditioning or repair of equipment.
15. Provides for proper supervision of athletes at all practices, games and while traveling. Travels with team on district-provided transportation.
16. Provides team rules, training rules and any other unique regulations of the sport to each athlete.
17. Determines discipline and delineates procedures concerning due process when the enforcement of discipline is necessary and makes the Athletic Director aware of the matter.
18. Provides constant attention to a student athlete's grades and conduct.
19. Assists athletes in their college or advanced educational selection.
20. Organizes coaches, players and guests for pre-season meetings.
21. Promotes the sport within the school through recruiting athletes that are not in another sport program and promotes the sport outside the school through news media or in any other IHSA-approved manner.
22. Responsible for maintaining good public relations with news media, booster club, parents, officials, volunteers and fans.
23. Presents information to news media through the Athletic Office concerning schedules, tournaments and results in a timely manner.
24. Sets a positive example in appearance, behavior and language, exercising professional, good conduct and self-control.
25. Completes online concussion awareness training, first aid training, CPR training, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) training by the end of the first week of the season. Completes bi-annual training on anaphylactic reactions and asthma management. (Board Policy 5:100, 5:280)

Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Terms of Employment: Season of the athletic event; Salary as provided by the negotiated Agreement.

Evaluation: At the end of each athletic season based upon criteria as defined in the Negotiated Agreement and the District 215 Athletics/Activities Handbook.

Application Procedure: Apply online.




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Assistant Coach - Boys Basketball

JobID: 2538

Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/Coach


Date Posted:
  3/17/2025


Location:
  T. F. South High School
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  2025-2026 season


Closing Date:
  Open Until Filled


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Job/FLSA Status: Part-Time, Seasonal, Exempt

Reports to: Principal and/or designee

Position Summary: To help students achieve maximum benefits from the extracurricular and athletic opportunities offered to them in the schools.

Role qualifications:
1. Must meet IHSA qualifications to coach per IHSA Constitution and By-Laws
2. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
3. Commitment to education and district values
4. Experience as a coach in the activity sponsored preferred
5. Experience working in a high school setting preferred
6. Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred

Job Duties:
1. Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all student and parent requests or grievances through proper channels. Is aware of all meetings that require attendance.
2. Assists the Head Coach in scheduling and providing transportation to contests, tournaments and other athletic events.
3. Assists the Head Coach in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility times. Coordinates program with maintenance and other school employees that may be involved.
4. Assists the Head Coach in the distribution and collection of documentation to fulfill state and school district requirements concerning physical examination, parental consent, insurance requirements and any other matters dealing with athletic eligibility.
5. Assists the Head Coach in distributing team rules, training rules and any other unique regulations of the sport to each athlete who is considered a participant.
6. Provides for proper supervision of athletes at all practices, games and while traveling.
7. Directs student managers and statisticians on respective teams.
8. Completes paperwork, if necessary, on athletic injuries utilizing district approved forms and submits them to the athletic office on the next school day of attendance.
9. Is accountable to the Head Coach for all equipment issued to his/her team. Aids in the distribution, collection and storage of equipment. Assists the Head Coach in the collection of the cost of any equipment lost or not returned. Submits to the Head Coach an annual end-of-season inventory as part of his/her final report.
10. Recommends to the Head Coach budgetary items for the next season in his/her area of the program.
11. Permits athletes to only be in authorized areas of the building at the appropriate times.
12. Examines locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking the condition of the facility. Reports problematic conditions to the Head Coach and/or the Athletic Director in writing.
13. Assists the Head Coach in carrying out his/her responsibilities.
14. Instructs team members as to NFHS, IHSA and SSC rules and regulations of the sport and teaches fundamentals as outlined by the Head Coach.
15. Maintains a record for team statistics and requirements for end-of-season awards for both Head Coach and Athletic Director for his/her team.
16. Works within the basic framework and philosophy of the Head Coach of that sport.
17. Attends all staff meetings and carries out scouting assignments as outlined by the Head Coach.
18. Arrives early enough before practice, contests, and meetings to adequately prepare and remains long enough afterwards to help players with problems or to become involved in staff discussions.
19. Helps in the planning and implementation of in-season (only) conditioning and weightlifting programs.
20. Never criticizes, admonishes or argues with head coach or any staff member in the presence of players or parents.
21. Completes online concussion awareness training, first aid training, Automated External Defibrillator training, prior to the start of the season. Biannual training on anaphylactic reactions and asthma management. (Board Policy 5:100, 5:280)

Reporting to this position: N/A

Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Terms of Employment: Season of the athletic event; Stipend as provided by the negotiated Agreement

Evaluation: At the end of each athletic season based upon criteria as defined in the Negotiated Agreement and the District 215 Athletics/Activities Handbook.

Application Procedure: Apply online.




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Assistant Coach - Boys Bowling

JobID: 2541

Position Type:
  Athletics/Activities/Coach


Date Posted:
  3/26/2025


Location:
  T. F. North High School
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  2025-2026 season


Closing Date:
  Open Until Filled


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Job/FLSA Status: Part-Time, Seasonal, Exempt

Reports to: Principal and/or designee

Position Summary: To help students achieve maximum benefits from the extracurricular and athletic opportunities offered to them in the schools.

Role qualifications:
1. Must meet IHSA qualifications to coach per IHSA Constitution and By-Laws
2. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
3. Commitment to education and district values
4. Experience as a coach in the activity sponsored preferred
5. Experience working in a high school setting preferred
6. Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred

Job Duties:
1. Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all student and parent requests or grievances through proper channels. Is aware of all meetings that require attendance.
2. Assists the Head Coach in scheduling and providing transportation to contests, tournaments and other athletic events.
3. Assists the Head Coach in the necessary preparation to hold scheduled sport events or practices and adheres to scheduled facility times. Coordinates program with maintenance and other school employees that may be involved.
4. Assists the Head Coach in the distribution and collection of documentation to fulfill state and school district requirements concerning physical examination, parental consent, insurance requirements and any other matters dealing with athletic eligibility.
5. Assists the Head Coach in distributing team rules, training rules and any other unique regulations of the sport to each athlete who is considered a participant.
6. Provides for proper supervision of athletes at all practices, games and while traveling.
7. Directs student managers and statisticians on respective teams.
8. Completes paperwork, if necessary, on athletic injuries utilizing district approved forms and submits them to the athletic office on the next school day of attendance.
9. Is accountable to the Head Coach for all equipment issued to his/her team. Aids in the distribution, collection and storage of equipment. Assists the Head Coach in the collection of the cost of any equipment lost or not returned. Submits to the Head Coach an annual end-of-season inventory as part of his/her final report.
10. Recommends to the Head Coach budgetary items for the next season in his/her area of the program.
11. Permits athletes to only be in authorized areas of the building at the appropriate times.
12. Examines locker rooms before and after practices and games, checking the condition of the facility. Reports problematic conditions to the Head Coach and/or the Athletic Director in writing.
13. Assists the Head Coach in carrying out his/her responsibilities.
14. Instructs team members as to NFHS, IHSA and SSC rules and regulations of the sport and teaches fundamentals as outlined by the Head Coach.
15. Maintains a record for team statistics and requirements for end-of-season awards for both Head Coach and Athletic Director for his/her team.
16. Works within the basic framework and philosophy of the Head Coach of that sport.
17. Attends all staff meetings and carries out scouting assignments as outlined by the Head Coach.
18. Arrives early enough before practice, contests, and meetings to adequately prepare and remains long enough afterwards to help players with problems or to become involved in staff discussions.
19. Helps in the planning and implementation of in-season (only) conditioning and weightlifting programs.
20. Never criticizes, admonishes or argues with head coach or any staff member in the presence of players or parents.
21. Completes online concussion awareness training, first aid training, Automated External Defibrillator training, prior to the start of the season. Biannual training on anaphylactic reactions and asthma management. (Board Policy 5:100, 5:280)

Reporting to this position: N/A

Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Terms of Employment: Season of the athletic event; Stipend as provided by the negotiated Agreement

Evaluation: At the end of each athletic season based upon criteria as defined in the Negotiated Agreement and the District 215 Athletics/Activities Handbook.

Application Procedure: Apply online.




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Cook	JobID: 2540

Position Type:
  Cafeteria Operations/Cafeteria Aide


Date Posted:
  3/25/2025


Location:
  T. F. South High School
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  Pending Board Approval


Closing Date:
  Open Until Filled


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Job/FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Reports to: Chef/Sous-Chef

Position summary: Prepare meals daily in accordance with nutritional standards, assist with the production, service, and sanitation duties required to provide meals to district staff and students.

General purpose: Safely and efficiently prepare and serve quality meals for staff and students.

Role qualifications:
• Post-secondary education in culinary arts, baking and pastry, culinary management or related field, or equivalent experience required
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Successful completion of ISBE's Food Handler Training/Assessment within 30 days of employment and triennially thereafter
• Physically able to perform the essential functions of the position

Position responsibilities:
• Prepare, season, and cook dishes such as soups, meats, vegatables, and desserts according to recipes, personal judgement and experience.
• Act as substitute cashier, including ringing up food orders, securing cash drawer, and completing a cash report at end of shift.
• Wash dishes, pots, pans.
• Trash removal.
• Keep assigned work area(s) and equipment clean and sanitized.
• Practice safe food handling, including frequent handwashing, in order to minimize the possibility of food-borne illnesses.
• Put delivery stock in proper storage location in a timely manner on delivery days.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
 
Essential skills and experience:
• Must be committed to maintaining food and beverage knowledge and quality service
• Cooking and production experience preferred
• Must observe local, state and federal health and sanitation laws
• Must be able to speak, read, and understand basic cooking directions
• Must be able to use basic math, including but not limited to: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division

Reporting to this position: N/A
 
Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 
Terms of Employment:  
• 10-month work year (approximately 180 days per school year)
• Starting wage is $17.00-$18.70/hour based on education and verified experience
• IMRF pension
• Paid 30-minute lunch and two paid 15-minute breaks
• Sick and personal days
• Paid holidays
• Generous fringe benefits as provided by the current AFT/IFT Local #943 Agreement
• Annual performance evaluation in accordance with the current AFT/IFT Local #943 Agreement and Board policy

Application Procedure: Apply online.




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American Sign Language (ASL) Teacher

JobID: 2512

Position Type:
  High School Teaching


Date Posted:
  1/30/2025


Location:
  T. F. North and T. F. South High Schools
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  2025-2026 school term


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


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Job/FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports to: Principal and/or Designee
 
Position summary: To help students achieve maximum benefits from the educational opportunities offered to them in the schools.
 
Role qualifications:
• Hold a current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS)
  • PEL/ELS must be endorsed in secondary education
  • Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)
  • PEL/ELS endorsed in Bilingual Education preferred
 
 Position responsibilities:
• Remains current regarding ideas and methods which can improve instruction.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Adheres to the published policies and procedures of the District.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Works cooperatively with other school personnel in the identification, diagnosis, and remediation of individual students with specialized needs.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as allowed by contract.
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Performs any other related duties as requested by building administration.
 
 Essential skills and experience:
• Be at ease with and committed to using communicative instructional methodology.
• Act on the belief that students can be taught primarily using American Sign Language (ASL).
• Experience and knowledge in current world languages methodology, pedagogy, and assessments.
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the administration.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and communicates these goals and objectives to students and parents.
• Utilizes best practices with an emphasis on student engagement and cooperative learning techniques to enhance instruction.
• Provides instruction that supports the District's philosophy of education.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and technology consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Initiates contact with parents when necessary and responds promptly, constructively and professionally to parent-initiated contact/concerns.
• Establishes a set of classroom behavioral expectations based on clearly defined goals or principles.
• Maintains a professional decorum when dealing with behavioral problems.
• Is consistent and fair in dealing with classroom disruptions.
• Uses appropriate behavioral strategies in dealing with students.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
 
Reporting to this position: N/A
 
Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 
Terms of Employment:
• Ten-month work year
• Starting annual salary between $52,158 and $92,829 depending upon education and teaching experience*
• Teachers Retirement System of Illinois (TRS) pension
• 55 minute duty-free lunch (45 minutes on Wednesdays)*
• 12 sick days and 3 personal days for new hires*
• Generous fringe benefits as provided by the current negotiated Agreement*
• Performance evaluation based on criteria as defined in the negotiated Agreement and the Licensed Staff Evaluation Procedures
 
Application Procedure: Apply online

* (based on 2024-25 Agreement)




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American Sign Language (ASL) Teacher (part-time)

JobID: 2513

Position Type:
  High School Teaching


Date Posted:
  1/30/2025


Location:
  T. F. North and T. F. South High Schools
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  2025-2026 school term


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Job/FLSA Status: Part-Time, Exempt

Reports to: Principal and/or Designee
 
Position summary: To help students achieve maximum benefits from the educational opportunities offered to them in the schools.
 
Role qualifications:
• Hold a current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS)
  • PEL/ELS must be endorsed in secondary education
  • Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)
  • PEL/ELS endorsed in Bilingual Education preferred
 
 Position responsibilities:
• Remains current regarding ideas and methods which can improve instruction.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Adheres to the published policies and procedures of the District.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Works cooperatively with other school personnel in the identification, diagnosis, and remediation of individual students with specialized needs.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as allowed by contract.
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Performs any other related duties as requested by building administration.
 
 Essential skills and experience:
• Be at ease with and committed to using communicative instructional methodology.
• Act on the belief that students can be taught primarily using American Sign Language (ASL).
• Experience and knowledge in current world languages methodology, pedagogy, and assessments.
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the administration.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and communicates these goals and objectives to students and parents.
• Utilizes best practices with an emphasis on student engagement and cooperative learning techniques to enhance instruction.
• Provides instruction that supports the District's philosophy of education.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and technology consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Initiates contact with parents when necessary and responds promptly, constructively and professionally to parent-initiated contact/concerns.
• Establishes a set of classroom behavioral expectations based on clearly defined goals or principles.
• Maintains a professional decorum when dealing with behavioral problems.
• Is consistent and fair in dealing with classroom disruptions.
• Uses appropriate behavioral strategies in dealing with students.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
 
Reporting to this position: N/A
 
Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 
Terms of Employment:
• Ten-month work year
• Starting annual salary between $21,395 and $57,127 depending upon education and teaching experience*^
• Teachers Retirement System of Illinois (TRS) pension
• 5-7 sick days and 1.25-2 personal days for new hires*^
• Other terms based upon negotiated Agreement*
• Performance evaluation based on criteria as defined in the negotiated Agreement and the Licensed Staff Evaluation Procedures
 
Application Procedure: Apply online

* (based on 2024-25 Agreement)
^ (based on teaching 2 or 3 courses)




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Construction/Trades Teacher (Electrical)

JobID: 2534

Position Type:
  High School Teaching/Applied Technology


Date Posted:
  3/14/2025


Location:
  T. F. Center for Academics & Technology
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  Pending Board Approval


Closing Date:
  Open Until Filled


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Job/FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports to: Principal and/or Designee
 
Position summary: To help students achieve maximum benefits from the educational opportunities offered to them in the schools.
 
Role qualifications:
• Hold a current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS)
  • PEL/ELS must be endorsed in area(s) to be taught
  • PEL/ELS endorsed in Bilingual Education preferred
 
 Position responsibilities:
• Remains current regarding ideas and methods which can improve instruction.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Adheres to the published policies and procedures of the District.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Works cooperatively with other school personnel in the identification, diagnosis, and remediation of individual students with specialized needs.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as allowed by contract.
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Performs any other related duties as requested by building administration.
 
 Essential skills and experience:
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the administration.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and communicates these goals and objectives to students and parents.
• Utilizes best practices with an emphasis on student engagement and cooperative learning techniques to enhance instruction.
• Provides instruction that supports the District's philosophy of education.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and technology consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Initiates contact with parents when necessary and responds promptly, constructively and professionally to parent-initiated contact/concerns.
• Establishes a set of classroom behavioral expectations based on clearly defined goals or principles.
• Maintains a professional decorum when dealing with behavioral problems.
• Is consistent and fair in dealing with classroom disruptions.
• Uses appropriate behavioral strategies in dealing with students.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
 
Reporting to this position: N/A
 
Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 
Terms of Employment:
• Ten-month work year
• Starting annual salary between $52,158 and $92,829 depending upon education and teaching experience*
• Teachers Retirement System of Illinois (TRS) pension
• 55 minute duty-free lunch (45 minutes on Wednesdays)*
• 12 sick days and 3 personal days for new hires*
• Generous fringe benefits as provided by the current AFT/IFT Local 683 Agreement*
• Performance evaluation based on criteria as defined in the AFT/IFT Local 683 Agreement and the Licensed Staff Evaluation Procedures
 
Application Procedure: Apply online

* (based on 2024-25 Agreement)





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Audio/Visual/Video Production Teacher

JobID: 2501

Position Type:
  High School Teaching/Career & Technical Education


Date Posted:
  1/6/2025


Location:
  T. F. South High School
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  2025-2026 school term


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Job/FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports to: Principal and/or Designee
 
Position summary: To help students achieve maximum benefits from the educational opportunities offered to them in the schools.
 
Role qualifications:
• Hold a current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS)
  • PEL/ELS must be endorsed in area(s) to be taught
  • PEL/ELS endorsed in Bilingual Education preferred
 
 Position responsibilities:
• Remains current regarding ideas and methods which can improve instruction.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Adheres to the published policies and procedures of the District.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Works cooperatively with other school personnel in the identification, diagnosis, and remediation of individual students with specialized needs.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as allowed by contract.
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Performs any other related duties as requested by building administration.
 
 Essential skills and experience:
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the administration.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and communicates these goals and objectives to students and parents.
• Utilizes best practices with an emphasis on student engagement and cooperative learning techniques to enhance instruction.
• Provides instruction that supports the District's philosophy of education.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and technology consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Initiates contact with parents when necessary and responds promptly, constructively and professionally to parent-initiated contact/concerns.
• Establishes a set of classroom behavioral expectations based on clearly defined goals or principles.
• Maintains a professional decorum when dealing with behavioral problems.
• Is consistent and fair in dealing with classroom disruptions.
• Uses appropriate behavioral strategies in dealing with students.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
 
Reporting to this position: N/A
 
Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 
Terms of Employment:
• Ten-month work year
• Starting annual salary between $52,158 and $92,829 depending upon education and teaching experience*
• Teachers Retirement System of Illinois (TRS) pension
• 55 minute duty-free lunch (45 minutes on Wednesdays)
• 12 sick days and 3 personal days for new hires
• Generous fringe benefits as provided by the current negotiated Agreement
• Bi-annual evaluation based on criteria as defined in the negotiated Agreement and the Licensed Staff Evaluation Procedures
 
Application Procedure: Apply online

*based on 2024-2025 salary schedule




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Culinary Arts Teacher (anticipated vacancy)

JobID: 2519

Position Type:
  High School Teaching/Family/Consumer Science


Date Posted:
  2/11/2025


Location:
  T. F. Center for Academics & Technology
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  2025-2026 school term


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Job/FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports to: Principal and/or Designee
 
Position summary: To help students achieve maximum benefits from the educational opportunities offered to them in the schools.
 
Role qualifications:
• Hold a current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS)
  • PEL/ELS must be endorsed in area(s) to be taught
  • PEL/ELS endorsed in Bilingual Education preferred
 
 Position responsibilities:
• Remains current regarding ideas and methods which can improve instruction.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Adheres to the published policies and procedures of the District.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Works cooperatively with other school personnel in the identification, diagnosis, and remediation of individual students with specialized needs.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as allowed by contract.
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Performs any other related duties as requested by building administration.
 
 Essential skills and experience:
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the administration.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and communicates these goals and objectives to students and parents.
• Utilizes best practices with an emphasis on student engagement and cooperative learning techniques to enhance instruction.
• Provides instruction that supports the District's philosophy of education.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and technology consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Initiates contact with parents when necessary and responds promptly, constructively and professionally to parent-initiated contact/concerns.
• Establishes a set of classroom behavioral expectations based on clearly defined goals or principles.
• Maintains a professional decorum when dealing with behavioral problems.
• Is consistent and fair in dealing with classroom disruptions.
• Uses appropriate behavioral strategies in dealing with students.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
 
Reporting to this position: N/A
 
Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 
Terms of Employment:
• Ten-month work year
• Starting annual salary between $52,158 and $92,829 depending upon education and teaching experience*
• Teachers Retirement System of Illinois (TRS) pension
• 55 minute duty-free lunch (45 minutes on Wednesdays)*
• 12 sick days and 3 personal days for new hires*
• Generous fringe benefits as provided by the current AFT/IFT Local 683 Agreement*
• Performance evaluation based on criteria as defined in the AFT/IFT Local 683 Agreement and the Licensed Staff Evaluation Procedures
 
Application Procedure: Apply online

* (based on 2024-25 Agreement)




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Physical Education Teacher

JobID: 2475

Position Type:
  High School Teaching/Physical Education


Date Posted:
  11/4/2024


Location:
  T. F. South High School
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  2025-2026 school term


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Job/FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports to: Principal and/or Designee
 
Position summary: To help students achieve maximum benefits from the educational opportunities offered to them in the schools.
 
Role qualifications:
• Hold a current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS)
  • PEL/ELS must be endorsed in area(s) to be taught
  • PEL/ELS endorsed in Bilingual Education preferred
 
 Position responsibilities:
• Remains current regarding ideas and methods which can improve instruction.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Adheres to the published policies and procedures of the District.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Works cooperatively with other school personnel in the identification, diagnosis, and remediation of individual students with specialized needs.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as allowed by contract.
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Performs any other related duties as requested by building administration.
 
 Essential skills and experience:
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the administration.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and communicates these goals and objectives to students and parents.
• Utilizes best practices with an emphasis on student engagement and cooperative learning techniques to enhance instruction.
• Provides instruction that supports the District's philosophy of education.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and technology consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Initiates contact with parents when necessary and responds promptly, constructively and professionally to parent-initiated contact/concerns.
• Establishes a set of classroom behavioral expectations based on clearly defined goals or principles.
• Maintains a professional decorum when dealing with behavioral problems.
• Is consistent and fair in dealing with classroom disruptions.
• Uses appropriate behavioral strategies in dealing with students.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
 
Reporting to this position: N/A
 
Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 
Terms of Employment:
• Ten-month work year
• Starting annual salary between $52,158 and $92,829 depending upon education and teaching experience*
• Teachers Retirement System of Illinois (TRS) pension
• 55 minute duty-free lunch (45 minutes on Wednesdays)*
• 12 sick days and 3 personal days for new hires*
• Generous fringe benefits as provided by the current negotiated Agreement*
• Bi-annual evaluation based on criteria as defined in the negotiated Agreement and the Licensed Staff Evaluation Procedures
 
Application Procedure: Apply online

* (based on 2024-25 Agreement)




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Bilingual Science Teacher

JobID: 2533

Position Type:
  High School Teaching/Science


Date Posted:
  3/14/2025


Location:
  T. F. South High School
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  2025-2026 school term


Closing Date:
  Open Until Filled


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Job/FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports to: Principal and/or Designee
 
Position summary: To help students achieve maximum benefits from the educational opportunities offered to them in the schools.
 
Role qualifications:
• Hold a current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS)
  • PEL/ELS must be endorsed in area(s) to be taught
  • PEL/ELS endorsed in Bilingual Education required
 
 Position responsibilities:
• Remains current regarding ideas and methods which can improve instruction.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Adheres to the published policies and procedures of the District.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Works cooperatively with other school personnel in the identification, diagnosis, and remediation of individual students with specialized needs.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as allowed by contract.
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Performs any other related duties as requested by building administration.
 
 Essential skills and experience:
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the administration.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and communicates these goals and objectives to students and parents.
• Utilizes best practices with an emphasis on student engagement and cooperative learning techniques to enhance instruction.
• Provides instruction that supports the District's philosophy of education.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and technology consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Initiates contact with parents when necessary and responds promptly, constructively and professionally to parent-initiated contact/concerns.
• Establishes a set of classroom behavioral expectations based on clearly defined goals or principles.
• Maintains a professional decorum when dealing with behavioral problems.
• Is consistent and fair in dealing with classroom disruptions.
• Uses appropriate behavioral strategies in dealing with students.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
 
Reporting to this position: N/A
 
Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 
Terms of Employment:
• Ten-month work year
• Starting annual salary between $52,158 and $92,829 depending upon education and teaching experience*
• Teachers Retirement System of Illinois (TRS) pension
• 55 minute duty-free lunch (45 minutes on Wednesdays)
• 12 sick days and 3 personal days for new hires
• Generous fringe benefits as provided by the current negotiated Agreement
• Bi-annual evaluation based on criteria as defined in the negotiated Agreement and the Licensed Staff Evaluation Procedures
 
Application Procedure: Apply online

*based on 2024-2025 salary schedule




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Science Teacher

JobID: 2509

Position Type:
  High School Teaching/Science - Biology


Date Posted:
  1/30/2025


Location:
  T. F. North High School
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  2025-2026 school term


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Job/FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports to: Principal and/or Designee
 
Position summary: To help students achieve maximum benefits from the educational opportunities offered to them in the schools.
 
Role qualifications:
• Hold a current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS)
  • PEL/ELS must be endorsed in area(s) to be taught
  • PEL/ELS endorsed in Bilingual Education preferred
 
 Position responsibilities:
• Remains current regarding ideas and methods which can improve instruction.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Adheres to the published policies and procedures of the District.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Works cooperatively with other school personnel in the identification, diagnosis, and remediation of individual students with specialized needs.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as allowed by contract.
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Performs any other related duties as requested by building administration.
 
 Essential skills and experience:
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the administration.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and communicates these goals and objectives to students and parents.
• Utilizes best practices with an emphasis on student engagement and cooperative learning techniques to enhance instruction.
• Provides instruction that supports the District's philosophy of education.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and technology consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Initiates contact with parents when necessary and responds promptly, constructively and professionally to parent-initiated contact/concerns.
• Establishes a set of classroom behavioral expectations based on clearly defined goals or principles.
• Maintains a professional decorum when dealing with behavioral problems.
• Is consistent and fair in dealing with classroom disruptions.
• Uses appropriate behavioral strategies in dealing with students.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
 
Reporting to this position: N/A
 
Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 
Terms of Employment:
• Ten-month work year
• Starting annual salary between $52,158 and $92,829 depending upon education and teaching experience*
• Teachers Retirement System of Illinois (TRS) pension
• 55 minute duty-free lunch (45 minutes on Wednesdays)
• 12 sick days and 3 personal days for new hires
• Generous fringe benefits as provided by the current negotiated Agreement
• Bi-annual evaluation based on criteria as defined in the negotiated Agreement and the Licensed Staff Evaluation Procedures
 
Application Procedure: Apply online

*based on 2024-2025 salary schedule




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Science Teacher

JobID: 2510

Position Type:
  High School Teaching/Science - Chemistry


Date Posted:
  1/30/2025


Location:
  T. F. North High School
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  2025-2026 school term


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Job/FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports to: Principal and/or Designee
 
Position summary: To help students achieve maximum benefits from the educational opportunities offered to them in the schools.
 
Role qualifications:
• Hold a current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS)
  • PEL/ELS must be endorsed in area(s) to be taught
  • PEL/ELS endorsed in Bilingual Education preferred
 
 Position responsibilities:
• Remains current regarding ideas and methods which can improve instruction.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Adheres to the published policies and procedures of the District.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Works cooperatively with other school personnel in the identification, diagnosis, and remediation of individual students with specialized needs.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as allowed by contract.
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Performs any other related duties as requested by building administration.
 
 Essential skills and experience:
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the administration.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and communicates these goals and objectives to students and parents.
• Utilizes best practices with an emphasis on student engagement and cooperative learning techniques to enhance instruction.
• Provides instruction that supports the District's philosophy of education.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and technology consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Initiates contact with parents when necessary and responds promptly, constructively and professionally to parent-initiated contact/concerns.
• Establishes a set of classroom behavioral expectations based on clearly defined goals or principles.
• Maintains a professional decorum when dealing with behavioral problems.
• Is consistent and fair in dealing with classroom disruptions.
• Uses appropriate behavioral strategies in dealing with students.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
 
Reporting to this position: N/A
 
Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 
Terms of Employment:
• Ten-month work year
• Starting annual salary between $52,158 and $92,829 depending upon education and teaching experience*
• Teachers Retirement System of Illinois (TRS) pension
• 55 minute duty-free lunch (45 minutes on Wednesdays)
• 12 sick days and 3 personal days for new hires
• Generous fringe benefits as provided by the current negotiated Agreement
• Bi-annual evaluation based on criteria as defined in the negotiated Agreement and the Licensed Staff Evaluation Procedures
 
Application Procedure: Apply online

*based on 2024-2025 salary schedule




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Special Education Teacher

JobID: 2511

Position Type:
  High School Teaching/Special Education


Date Posted:
  1/30/2025


Location:
  T. F. North High School
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  2025-2026 school term


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Job/FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports to: Principal and/or Designee
 
Position summary: To help students achieve maximum benefits from the educational opportunities offered to them in the schools.
 
Role qualifications:
• Hold a current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS)
  • PEL/ELS must be endorsed in area(s) to be taught
  • PEL/ELS endorsed in Bilingual Education preferred
 
 Position responsibilities:
• Remains current regarding ideas and methods which can improve instruction.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Adheres to the published policies and procedures of the District.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Works cooperatively with other school personnel in the identification, diagnosis, and remediation of individual students with specialized needs.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as allowed by contract.
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Performs any other related duties as requested by building administration.
 
 Essential skills and experience:
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the administration.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and communicates these goals and objectives to students and parents.
• Utilizes best practices with an emphasis on student engagement and cooperative learning techniques to enhance instruction.
• Provides instruction that supports the District's philosophy of education.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and technology consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Initiates contact with parents when necessary and responds promptly, constructively and professionally to parent-initiated contact/concerns.
• Establishes a set of classroom behavioral expectations based on clearly defined goals or principles.
• Maintains a professional decorum when dealing with behavioral problems.
• Is consistent and fair in dealing with classroom disruptions.
• Uses appropriate behavioral strategies in dealing with students.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
 
Reporting to this position: N/A
 
Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 
Terms of Employment:
• Ten-month work year
• Starting annual salary between $52,158 and $92,829 depending upon education and teaching experience*
• Teachers Retirement System of Illinois (TRS) pension
• 55 minute duty-free lunch (45 minutes on Wednesdays)*
• 12 sick days and 3 personal days for new hires*
• Generous fringe benefits as provided by the current negotiated Agreement*
• Bi-annual evaluation based on criteria as defined in the negotiated Agreement and the Licensed Staff Evaluation Procedures
 
Application Procedure: Apply online

* (based on 2024-25 Agreement)




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Special Education Teacher

JobID: 2476

Position Type:
  High School Teaching/Special Education


Date Posted:
  11/4/2024


Location:
  T. F. South High School
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  2025-2026 school term


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Job/FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports to: Principal and/or Designee
 
Position summary: To help students achieve maximum benefits from the educational opportunities offered to them in the schools.
 
Role qualifications:
• Hold a current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) or Educator License with Stipulations (ELS)
  • PEL/ELS must be endorsed in area(s) to be taught
  • PEL/ELS endorsed in Bilingual Education preferred
 
 Position responsibilities:
• Remains current regarding ideas and methods which can improve instruction.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Adheres to the published policies and procedures of the District.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Works cooperatively with other school personnel in the identification, diagnosis, and remediation of individual students with specialized needs.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as allowed by contract.
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Performs any other related duties as requested by building administration.
 
 Essential skills and experience:
• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the administration.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and communicates these goals and objectives to students and parents.
• Utilizes best practices with an emphasis on student engagement and cooperative learning techniques to enhance instruction.
• Provides instruction that supports the District's philosophy of education.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and technology consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Initiates contact with parents when necessary and responds promptly, constructively and professionally to parent-initiated contact/concerns.
• Establishes a set of classroom behavioral expectations based on clearly defined goals or principles.
• Maintains a professional decorum when dealing with behavioral problems.
• Is consistent and fair in dealing with classroom disruptions.
• Uses appropriate behavioral strategies in dealing with students.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
 
Reporting to this position: N/A
 
Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 
Terms of Employment:
• Ten-month work year
• Starting annual salary between $52,158 and $92,829 depending upon education and teaching experience*
• Teachers Retirement System of Illinois (TRS) pension
• 55 minute duty-free lunch (45 minutes on Wednesdays)*
• 12 sick days and 3 personal days for new hires*
• Generous fringe benefits as provided by the current negotiated Agreement*
• Bi-annual evaluation based on criteria as defined in the negotiated Agreement and the Licensed Staff Evaluation Procedures
 
Application Procedure: Apply online

* (based on 2024-25 Agreement)




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Custodian (Flexible Schedule) - anticipated vacancy

JobID: 2535

Position Type:
  Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian


Date Posted:
  3/14/2025


Location:
  T. F. South High School
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  Pending Board Approval


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


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Job/FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Custodial Supervisor or Building Foreman
 
Position summary: Performs custodial services, including cleaning and securing school premises, to facilitate the learning process.
 
Position responsibilities:
• Exhibits a cheerful and customer-service oriented attitude to all staff and student personnel.
• Keeps assigned areas clean and orderly at all times.
• Follows cleaning schedules provided, being mindful of quality, efficiency, frequency, and safety.
• Notifies immediate supervisor of any facilities issues requiring attention.
• In the course of normal duties, inspects facilities to ensure for safety and security by performing such tasks as locking doors and windows after operating hours.
• Works in compliance with established safety procedures.
• Works additional areas, as required, in the absence of fellow custodians.
• Other duties as assigned.
 
Essential skills and experience:
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Physically able to perform the essential functions of the position
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Possesses a basic understanding of the chemicals, work processes, and equipment used in cleaning schedules.
• Ability to read and explain basic operating instructions
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to operate professional floor cleaning equipment and snow removal equipment
• Available to work various shifts as required
• Detail-oriented
 
Valued but not required skills and experience:
• Experience working in a high school setting
• Custodial experience preferred
 
Reporting to this position: N/A
 
Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of this job, employee is frequently required to stand; walk; stoop; kneel; crouch; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb ladders and/or balance. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal to moderate.
 
Terms of Employment:  
• 12-month work year;
• Starting wage is $16.50-$18.15/hour based on education and verified experience
• IMRF pension
• Paid 30-minute lunch and two paid 15-minute breaks
• Sick, personal, and vacation days
• 15+ paid holidays
• Generous fringe benefits as provided by the current AFT/IFT Local #943 Agreement
• Annual performance evaluation in accordance with the current AFT/IFT Local #943 Agreement and Board policy.

Application Procedure: Apply online.





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Deans Assistant

JobID: 2537

Position Type:
  Security/Dean Assistant (10-Month)


Date Posted:
  3/17/2025


Location:
  T. F. South High School
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  Pending Board Approval


Closing Date:
  Open Until Filled


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Job/FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Assistant Principal or Designee

Position Summary: Provides supervision and security while enforcing safety measures for students and facilities.

Position Responsibilities: 
• Greets and runs security (scan) stations as students enter the building(s), cafeteria, and events;
• Supervises students in the hallways, restrooms, and cafeteria, as well as upon boarding and exiting school buses;
• Performs hallway sweeps of tardy students and supervises excessively tardy students;
• Conducts student searches and locker searches with dean of students and police liaison when necessary;
• Escorts students and visitors through the building when necessary;
• Removes students from classrooms when requested by teachers;
• Conducts mediations and restorative circles at the request of students, deans, administration or other staff;
• Helps students resolve attendance and truancy problems when they interfere with the students' academic progress and success;
• Logs student infractions, referrals and mediations in Student Information System (SIS);
• De-escalates student conflicts and breaks up physical altercations between students;
• Assists deans with paperwork for minor infractions (tardies, no-show teacher detentions, no-show deans' detentions);
  Provides front desk security and screens incoming visitors;
• Refers students to counselor and social worker as necessary;
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential skills and experience:
• High School diploma or equivalent;
• Knowledge of basic office procedures and operation of office machines/equipment;
• Must be discreet and maintain strict confidentiality on student matters;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Must maintain courtesy and professionalism with colleagues, parents, students, and other visitors.

Valued but not required skills and experience:
• Experience working in a high school setting
• Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred

Reporting to this position: N/A

Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Terms of Employment:
• Full-time, ten-month work year (180 days of school including student attendance days, staff institutes, and parent/teacher conference days)
• Ten (10) additional days may be assigned by the Principal prior to the start and/or after the conclusion of the regular school year
• Starting wage is $16.75-$18.43/hour based on education and verified experience
• IMRF pension
• Paid 30-minute lunch and two paid 15-minute breaks
• Sick and personal days
• Generous fringe benefits as provided by the current Agreement.

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with the current negotiated AFT/IFTLocal #943 Agreement and Board policy.

Application Procedures: Apply online.




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Deans Assistant

JobID: 2539

Position Type:
  Security/Dean Assistant (10-Month)


Date Posted:
  3/24/2025


Location:
  T. F. Center Campuses
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  Pending Board Approval


Closing Date:
  Open Until Filled


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Job/FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Assistant Principal or Designee

Position Summary: Provides supervision and security while enforcing safety measures for students and facilities.

Position Responsibilities: 
• Greets and runs security (scan) stations as students enter the building(s), cafeteria, and events;
• Supervises students in the hallways, restrooms, and cafeteria, as well as upon boarding and exiting school buses;
• Performs hallway sweeps of tardy students and supervises excessively tardy students;
• Conducts student searches and locker searches with dean of students and police liaison when necessary;
• Escorts students and visitors through the building when necessary;
• Removes students from classrooms when requested by teachers;
• Conducts mediations and restorative circles at the request of students, deans, administration or other staff;
• Helps students resolve attendance and truancy problems when they interfere with the students' academic progress and success;
• Logs student infractions, referrals and mediations in Student Information System (SIS);
• De-escalates student conflicts and breaks up physical altercations between students;
• Assists deans with paperwork for minor infractions (tardies, no-show teacher detentions, no-show deans' detentions);
  Provides front desk security and screens incoming visitors;
• Refers students to counselor and social worker as necessary;
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential skills and experience:
• High School diploma or equivalent;
• Knowledge of basic office procedures and operation of office machines/equipment;
• Must be discreet and maintain strict confidentiality on student matters;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Must maintain courtesy and professionalism with colleagues, parents, students, and other visitors.

Valued but not required skills and experience:
• Experience working in a high school setting
• Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred

Reporting to this position: N/A

Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Terms of Employment:
• Full-time, ten-month work year (180 days of school including student attendance days, staff institutes, and parent/teacher conference days)
• Ten (10) additional days may be assigned by the Principal prior to the start and/or after the conclusion of the regular school year
• Starting wage is $16.75-$18.43/hour based on education and verified experience
• IMRF pension
• Paid 30-minute lunch and two paid 15-minute breaks
• Sick and personal days
• Generous fringe benefits as provided by the current Agreement.

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with the current negotiated AFT/IFTLocal #943 Agreement and Board policy.

Application Procedures: Apply online.




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Student Worker

JobID: 2233

Position Type:
  Student Application/Student Worker


Date Posted:
  8/1/2023


Location:
  T. F. North / T. F. South / T. F. Center
(High-Needs School)


Date Available:
  Pending Board Approval


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


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Job/FLSA Status: Temporary, Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Principal or designee

Position summary: Assist district employees with various tasks as directed.

General purpose: Gain valuable work experience in a school setting.

Role qualifications:
• Must be a current District 215 student in good academic standing
• Must have good school attendance
• Must have few, if any, disciplinary referrals
• Must be eager to gain hands-on work experience
• Must work well with other students, staff, and the general public
.
Reporting to this position: N/A

Terms of Employment:
• Hourly rate of pay is Illinois minimum wage based on hours worked ($13.00 in 2023; $14.00 in 2024; $15.00 in 2025).
• Work schedule to be determined
• Assistance may be needed in the following areas:
  • Main Office
  • Maintenance Department
  • School Bookstore
 
Application Procedure: Apply online.





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Substitute Teacher

JobID: 1727

Position Type:
  Substitute/Substitute Teacher


Date Posted:
  5/7/2021


Location:
  T. F. District 215
(High-Needs School)


  Additional Information:  Show/Hide

Job/FLSA Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
Reports to: Assistant Principal or designee
 
Position summary: In the absence of the full-time classroom teacher, the substitute teacher delivers instruction, manages the learning environment, and monitors students.
 
Role qualifications:
• Must hold a valid Illinois Substitute Teaching License (SUB), Professional Educator License (PEL), or an Educator License with Stipulations (ELS).
• Must hold a bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Position responsibilities:
• Executes the full-time teacher’s lesson plans.
• Collaborates with the Assistant Principal to create lesson plans on long-term assignments.
• Develops lessons and activities that support a positive, nurturing and enriching learning environment.
• Exhibits a positive mindset toward student learning, teaching practice, and professional development.
• Facilitates problem-solving in the classroom.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Adheres to school processes and protocols.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and communicates these goals and objectives to students and parents.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows evidence of preparation upon request of the administration.
• Utilizes best practices with an emphasis on student engagement and cooperative learning techniques to enhance instruction.
• Provides instruction that supports the District's philosophy of education.
• Initiates contact with parents when necessary and responds promptly, constructively and professionally to parent-initiated contact/concerns.
• Performs other related duties as requested by building administration.
 
Essential skills and experience:
• Must possess the desire and ability to work with a diverse staff and student body.
• Must possess knowledge of instructional methods appropriate for students at the secondary level.
• Ability to organize tasks and manage time to meet deadlines; manage small and large groups of students; and communicate effectively with students, including on potentially sensitive topics.
• Ability to establish and maintain classroom behavior expectations based on clearly defined principles.
• Ability to maintain a professional decorum when dealing with behavioral problems.
• Working familiarity with computers, assistive technologies; internet and email systems; and word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software.
• Working knowledge of various office and classroom equipment.

Valued but not required skills and experience:
• Experience working in a high school setting preferred;
• Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred.

Reporting to this position: N/A
 
Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Terms of Employment:
• Salary is $225 per day for Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) holders and Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) holders
• Salary is $175 per day for Illinois Substitute License (SUB) holders after substitute teaching for 20 days
• Salary is $140 per day for Illinois Substitute License (SUB) holders for the first 20 days of substitute teaching





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