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id='p2976_'>Advanced Academics Teacher (4-5th Grade) JobID: 2976
Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Advanced Academics Teacher
Date Posted:
7/10/2026
Location:
Woodland Intermediate School
Date Available:
08/17/2026
Closing Date:
08/28/2026
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Position Title: Advanced Academic Teacher (Grades 3-5)
Applicants are instructed to address in their application/resume their experiences directly related to each section noted in the posting. Only completed/submitted online applications with supporting documents will be screened.
Position Type: Elementary School Teaching
Date Posted: July 10, 2026
Location: Woodland Intermediate School
Date Available: August 17, 2026 plus 6 days of new staff orientation on August 5 - 12, 2026
QUALIFICATIONS
A. Professional Educators License (PEL), with Endorsements in General Education (K-5)
A. Required - Bachelor's Degree
B. Preferred - Master's Degree in Language Arts or Math
A. Required - A minimum of 3 years Elementary or Middle school teaching experience.
B. Preferred - A minimum of 3 years Elementary or Middle school teaching experience in a public-school setting, plus experience participating in professional development in Gifted Education.
ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Has command of the subject matter and effectively implements the Woodland District 50 curriculum including Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and Illinois State Standards.
Uses a variety of instructional techniques and differentiates instruction to meet the individual needs and interests of the students.
Contributes to and models a positive school climate through the support of the district's Strategic Plan and Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) program.
Collaborates with staff and paraprofessionals to meet the needs of students with special needs.
Maintains control of storage and use of school-owned property. Keeps supplies in good working condition. Is responsible for all materials as well as manages repair of equipment.
Collaborates, as needed, with appropriate school personnel regarding students who may need specialized interventions.
Uses a variety of avenues to communicate regularly with parents and school personnel regarding students' levels and rates of progress.
Uses a variety of assessment tools that support district curriculum and Common Core State
Standards.
Adapts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students varying needs and Interests.
Establishes and maintains standards of pupil conduct in alignment with the Parent/Student Handbook and PBIS in order to provide for a safe, orderly, and productive environment.
Evaluates teacher/parent requests for student placement into the Advanced Language Arts and Advanced Math Program.
Plans for and implements challenging lessons for advanced students in the area of Language Arts/Math on a daily basis.
Communicates program goals to the school community.
Keeps teachers, parents, building administrators and the Director of Curriculum, Assessment and Accountability informed regarding recommendations and student progress
Maintains an inventory of advanced materials and orders materials when necessary.
Maintains accurate, complete and up-to-date records of student attendance, projects, and
grades.
Uses a variety of avenues to communicate regularly with parents and school personnel regarding students' levels and rates of progress.
Administers state and local standardized ability and achievement tests and interpret results to determine student strengths and area of need.
Attends and participates in team, department, faculty meetings, and professional development.
Keeps up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and makes relevant changes to instructional plans and activities to meet the needs of all students.
Adheres to all school and district policies and procedures, including maintaining confidentiality.
Performs other such duties and assume other responsibilities as may be assigned by School Principal or the Director of Curriculum, Assessment and Accountability.
OTHER PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide service and assistance at all District schools as needed.
Assist in other areas as needed.
Complete other duties as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Planning and Preparation - Organize instruction and learning activities grounded in a strong understanding of curriculum, content standards, and individual student needs; Develop and adapt lessons, units and learning materials that are responsive to students' strengths, interests, and
cultural identities; Take significant ownership of designing and implementing instructional plans, either through original creation or adaptation of existing resources; Engage in data-informed planning to ensure equitable access to learning of all students
Learning Environments - Establish and maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment that fosters students well-being and academic success; Recognize and respond to the individual identities, including race and culture, of each student to create a sense of belonging; Promote social-emotional learning, encourage academic risk-taking, and support positive behavioral and learning mindsets; Building strong, trusting relationships with students that serve as the foundation for a positive and effective learning environment
Learning Experiences - Design and deliver engaging, standards-aligned learning experiences that promote deep understanding, critical thinking, and purposeful learning; Ensure instruction is relevant, meaningful, and connected to students' lives, aspirations, and diverse identities; Differentiate instruction to meet varied learning needs, and provide appropriate supports and challenges for all students; Collaborate with students in co-creating a community of learners where everyone is affirmed, empowered, and held to high expectations
Principled Teaching - Commit to continuous personal and professional growth through reflection, collaboration, and data-driven improvement; Contribute positively to the school and district community, modeling ethical, equitable, and student-centered practices; Build strong partnerships with families and the broader community to support holistic student development; Advocate for the success of each student, particularly those whose identities and potential have not yet been fully affirmed or realized in schools; Demonstrate resilience, integrity, and a deep sense of purpose in service of students' long-term success
Technical: Must be able to use the district email system, Google platforms, Microsoft Office, and the district's attendance system.
Interpersonal: Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with staff, parents, students, businesses, and the community. Must have strong organization, communication, and interpersonal skills, and a strong sense of teamwork. Must be able to cope with deadline pressures; make difficult decisions that impact the organization in a positive sense; work harmoniously with the community, students, parents, staff, and administration, etc.; communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff; exhibit sound judgment in dealing with people; and follow directives given by Administration. Must also be a creative problem solver and empathetic, humanistic, and open-minded.
DISTRICT CORE COMPETENCIES:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Manual Dexterity: Work requires definite skilled and accurate physical operations requiring some close coordination performance.
Physical Effort: Work requires handling average-weight materials or equipment, but not for sustained periods.
Working Conditions: Some exposure to disagreeable elements may exist, e.g., temperature changes, use of steps/stairs, walking long distances throughout the building, etc. Must be available to work nights and weekends as needed, especially for an emergency. Must also be available to attend events outside of the district as needed. Must be available to travel to schools, meetings, and conferences as needed.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: One hundred eighty-five (185) days
SALARY RANGE: BA / Step 1: $47,123 - MA+45 Step 8: $63,094 (Based on experience and education as defined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement)
HOW TO APPLY: Internal applicants should apply online at www.dist50.net and attach a resume to the online application. External applicants should apply online at www.dist50.net and attach three letters of recommendations, resume and transcript(s) to the online application. All applicants must be willing to interview in person and demonstrate skills through a situational analysis. Applicants will be contacted within three weeks if invited for an interview. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Further information regarding this position may be obtained by contacting:
CONTACT PERSON:
Mr. Tim Sheldon
Principal
tsheldon@dist50.net
(847) 344-4121
Woodland School District 50 is an Equal Opportunity Employer with established policies prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, arrest record, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable military discharge, citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States, use of lawful products while not at work, being a victim of domestic or sexual violence, genetic information, physical or mental handicap or disability, if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or other legally protected categories. The Associate Superintendent of Educational Services (847-596-5631) addresses questions regarding student discrimination and serves as the District's Title IX Coordinator, and the Executive Director of Human Resources (847-596-5640) answers questions concerning employment discrimination.