Byron CUSD #226 has an opening for a 7th Grade Science Teacher starting in the 2025-26 school year. Apply online at www.byron226.org - Click on the Menu tab, then click on the "Employment Opportunities" button in the left side of the page under "About Us"
7th Grade Science Teacher
Duties
*Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
*Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided by the District.
*Prepare for classes assigned, and show written evidence of preparation upon request of the principal.
*Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior and report to the appropriate administrator information about individual student compliance with school and district behavioral expectations, and state and federal laws.
*Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
*Strive to implement by instruction and action the District's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives. Reading, training/background preferred with a strong knowledge of Response to Intervention and Common Core Standards.
*Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
*Evaluate student progress on a regular basis.
*Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, District policy, and administrative regulations.
*Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations and Board Policy.
*Make provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
*Attend and participate in meetings involving the faculty and other participants that are of reasonable length and address a relevant educational topic as a legitimate function and obligation of professional educators.
*Collaborate with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives and methods.
*Collaborate in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
*Accept a share of responsibility for co-curricular activities as assigned.
*Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both the broad academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.
*Establish and maintain cooperative relations with others
Qualifications
Appropriate Illinois licensure and endorsement(s) required. Ability to work with all levels of students to differentiate instruction. Knowledge of the college readiness skills and experience with common core standards are preferred. Team work and collaboration are required, along with reflection and a desire to continually improve your practice.
Salary/Benefits
Per Collective Bargaining Agreement
Additional Notes
Questions may be submitted to Mike Sand, Byron Middle School Principal, at msand@byron226.org
How to Apply
Interested individuals should apply online at www.byron226.org. Click on the Menu button, then locate the "Employment Opportunities" button in the "About Us" section on the left side of the page.