AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Oak Park School District is committed to equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment, including recruitment,
selection, training, promotion, and retention of staff. The Board is committed to maintaining a learning/working environment in which all
individuals are treated with dignity and respect, free from discrimination and harassment. There will be no tolerance for discrimination or
harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, marital status, genetic information, disability, age, or any other
illegal grounds.
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DEADLINE: Until Filled
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POSITION: Social Studies Teacher
SCHEDULE: 1.0 FTE
GRADES: 6-8
POSTING DATE: September 15, 2026
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The Oak Park School District is committed to equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment, including recruitment,
selection, training, promotion, and retention of staff. The Board is committed to maintaining a learning/working environment in which all
individuals are treated with dignity and respect, free from discrimination and harassment. There will be no tolerance for discrimination or
harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, marital status, genetic information, disability, age, or any other
illegal grounds.
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