Open Positions for Pekin Public Schools District 108

Openings as of 6/9/2026

Physical Education Teacher

JobID: 1100

Position Type:
  Middle School Teaching/4-6 Physical Education


Date Posted:
  6/5/2026


Location:
  Washington Intermediate School


Date Available:
  08/17/2026


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PEKIN PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT 108 ANNOUNCES THE FOLLOWING VACANCY FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR:
 
PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Washington Intermediate School
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
Certification:
*Appropriate State of Illinois Professional Educator License with PE Endorsement
*Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts Degree
 
VISION:
The teacher creates a positive learning environment to facilitate the intellectual, personal and social development of all students.  In order to respond to the individual needs and abilities of students, the teacher works collaboratively with all educators.  The teacher uses data to determine learning priorities, monitor progress and assess instruction and student achievement.  The teacher addresses the needs of students not achieving.  As a result, the school makes continuous improvement toward achievement of state and district expectations.
JOB GOALS:
1.  All students meet or exceed state expectations for learning as assessed by State assessments.
2.  All students meet or exceed district expectations as assessed by local measures.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Planning and Preparation
*Demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy
*Demonstrates knowledge of students and plans instruction for individual students' needs
*Sets instructional outcomes ans goals that can be assessed
*Demonstrates knowledge of resources
*Designs coherent instruction and differentiates with appropriate resources, groups and structure
*Designs student assessments that are aligned with the instructional outcomes
 
The Classroom Environment
*Creates an environment of respect and rapport
*Establishes a culture for learning
*Manages classroom procedures
*Manages student behavior by setting clear standards of conduct
*Establishes a safe classroom that ensures the learning of all students
 
Instruction
*Communication with students is appropriate and expectations for the learning of content are clearly communicated
*Uses questions that reflect high expectations
*Engages students in their learning
*Uses assessment to guide instruction
*Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness and makes adjustment as needed to instruction
 
Professional Responsibilities
*Uses reflection to improve instruction
*Maintains accurate records
*Communicates with families frequently and tries to engage families in the instructional program
*Participates in professional organizations and is involved in school and district events
*Actively pursues professional development opportunities
*Displays a high level of ethics and professionalism in dealing with students and colleagues
*Adheres to district sick leave and personal leave policies and is punctual to job assignments and meetings
 
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
180 Day Bargaining Unit Position
Benefits Commensurate with Contract

Application Procedure
District 108 MUST have:
A completed online applicationhttp://www.generalasp.com/Pekin/onlineapp/
 
IN ADDITION, the following documentation MUST be on file to complete the application process:
Please upload with your online application OR mail to the address below. 
*Letter of Interest
*Resume
*Copy of License
*Copy of transcript(s)
*Three (3) Signed letters of recommendation 

Fax: 309 477-4701
Mailing address:
Director of Human Resources
Attention: Application Process
501 Washington Street
Pekin, Illinois 61554
 
For direct questions, please contact:
Julie Draher @ 309-477-4740 or by email @ julie.draher@pekin.net

DO NOT SEND APPLICATION MATERIALS TO INDIVIDUAL SCHOOLS
 
Please be reminded, all non-tenure teachers are expected to successfully complete the district's two [2] year T.I.P.S. [Teacher Induction: Professional Success] induction/mentoring program to attain District 108 tenure status. 
 

Selection Procedure
Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the Human Resources Office or school site to confirm date and time for an initial team interview. Position to be filled as soon as suitable applicant is confirmed.
 
District 108 is an equal opportunity employer
 





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Openings as of 6/9/2026

Music Teacher

JobID: 1098

Position Type:
  Middle School Teaching/7-8 Music


Date Posted:
  5/19/2026


Location:
  Broadmoor Junior High School


Date Available:
  08/17/2026


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PEKIN PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT 108 ANNOUNCES THE FOLLOWING VACANCY FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR:
 
Music Teacher 
Broadmoor Jr High School

QUALIFICATIONS:
Certification:
• Appropriate Professional Educator License with K-12 Music endorsement
• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts Degree
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
Vision:
The teacher creates a positive learning environment to facilitate the intellectual, personal and social development of all students.  In order to respond to the individual needs and abilities of students, the teacher works collaboratively with all educators.  The teacher uses data to determine learning priorities, monitor progress and assess instruction and student achievement.  The teacher addresses the needs of students not achieving.  As a result, the school makes continuous improvement toward achievement of state and district expectations.
Job Goals:
1.  All students meet or exceed state expectations for learning as assessed by State of Illinois assessments.
2.  All students meet or exceed district expectations as assessed by local measures.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Planning and Preparation
• Demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy
• Demonstrates knowledge of students and plans instruction for individual students' needs
• Sets instructional outcomes ans goals that can be assessed
• Demonstrates knowledge of resources
• Designs coherent instruction and differentiates with appropriate resources, groups and structure
• Designs student assessments that are aligned with the instructional outcomes
The Classroom Environment
• Creates an environment of respect and rapport
• Establishes a culture for learning
• Manages classroom procedures
• Manages student behavior by setting clear standards of conduct
• Establishes a safe classroom that ensures the learning of all students
Instruction
• Communication with students is appropriate and expectations for the learning of content are clearly communicated
• Uses questions that reflect high expectations
• Engages students in their learning
• Uses assessment to guide instruction
• Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness and makes adjustment as needed to instruction
Professional Responsibilities
• Uses reflection to improve instruction
• Maintains accurate records
• Communicates with families frequently and tries to engage families in the instructional program
• Participates in professional organizations and is involved in school and district events
• Actively pursues professional development opportunities
• Displays a high level of ethics and professionalism in dealing with students and colleagues
• Adheres to district sick leave and personal leave policies and is punctual to job assignments and meetings
 
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
180 Day Bargaining Unit Position
Benefits Commensurate with Contract
Application Procedure:
District 108 MUST have:
A completed online application http://www.generalasp.com/Pekin/onlineapp/
The following documentation must be on file to complete the application process:
*Letter of interest
*Resume
*Copy of Professional Educator License (from ELIS)
*Copy of transcript(s)
*Three (3) signed letters of recommendation
Documentation should be uploaded with your online application; or it may be emailed (julie.draher@pekin108.org) faxed or mailed.
Fax: 309 477-4701
Mailing address:
Director of Human Resources
Attention: Application Process
501 Washington Street
Pekin, Illinois 61554
For direct questions, please contact:
Julie Draher @ 309-477-4740 or by email @ julie.draher@pekin108.org
DO NOT SEND APPLICATION MATERIALS TO INDIVIDUAL SCHOOLS
Please be reminded, all non-tenure teachers are expected to successfully complete the district's twor [2] year T.I.P.S. [Teacher Induction: Professional Success] induction/mentoring program to attain District 108 tenure status.
Selection Procedure:
Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the School Principal or the Human Resources Office to confirm date and time for an initial team interview. Position to be filled as soon as suitable applicant is confirmed.
District 108 is an equal opportunity employer.


 





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Openings as of 6/9/2026

Science Teacher

JobID: 1099

Position Type:
  Middle School Teaching/7-8 Science


Date Posted:
  5/19/2026


Location:
  Broadmoor Junior High School


Date Available:
  08/17/2026


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PEKIN PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT 108 ANNOUNCES THE FOLLOWING VACANCY
FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR:

GRADES 7-8 SCIENCE TEACHER

Broadmoor Jr High School

QUALIFICATIONS:
Certification:
•  State of Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate Middle School Science endorsement
• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts Degree
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
VISION:
The teacher creates a positive learning environment to facilitate the intellectual, personal and social development of all students.  In order to respond to the individual needs and abilities of students, the teacher works collaboratively with all educators.  The teacher uses data to determine learning priorities, monitor progress and assess instruction and student achievement.  The teacher addresses the needs of students not achieving.  As a result, the school makes continuous improvement toward achievement of state and district expectations.
JOB GOALS:
1.  All students meet or exceed state expectations for learning as assessed by State assessments.
2.  All students meet or exceed district expectations as assessed by local measures.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Planning and Preparation
• Demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy
• Demonstrates knowledge of students and plans instruction for individual students' needs
• Sets instructional outcomes ans goals that can be assessed
• Demonstrates knowledge of resources
• Designs coherent instruction and differentiates with appropriate resources, groups and structure
• Designs student assessments that are aligned with the instructional outcomes
The Classroom Environment
• Creates an environment of respect and rapport
• Establishes a culture for learning
• Manages classroom procedures
• Manages student behavior by setting clear standards of conduct
• Establishes a safe classroom that ensures the learning of all students
Instruction
• Communication with students is appropriate and expectations for the learning of content are clearly communicated
• Uses questions that reflect high expectations
• Engages students in their learning
• Uses assessment to guide instruction
• Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness and makes adjustment as needed to instruction
Professional Responsibilities
• Uses reflection to improve instruction
• Maintains accurate records
• Communicates with families frequently and tries to engage families in the instructional program
• Participates in professional organizations and is involved in school and district events
• Actively pursues professional development opportunities
• Displays a high level of ethics and professionalism in dealing with students and colleagues
• Adheres to district sick leave and personal leave policies and is punctual to job assignments and meetings

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
180 Day Bargaining Unit Position
Benefits Commensurate with Contract

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
District 108 MUST have:
A completed online application http://www.generalasp.com/Pekin/onlineapp/ 

The following documentation MUST BE on file to complete the application process:
*Letter of Interest
*Resume
*Copy of PEL (from ELIS)
*Copy of transcript(s)
*3 Signed letters of recommendation
The required documents should be uploaded with your online application, or if unable to upload, send by email to (julie.draher@pekin.net), fax or mail:

Fax: 309-477-4701
Mailing address:
Director of Human Resources
Attention: Application Process
501 Washington Street
Pekin, Illinois 61554

For direct questions, please contact:
Julie Draher @ 309-477-4740 or by email @ julie.draher@pekin.net

DO NOT SEND APPLICATION MATERIALS TO INDIVIDUAL SCHOOLS
Please be reminded, all non-tenure teachers are expected to successfully complete the district's two [2] year T.I.P.S. [Teacher Induction: Professional Success] induction/mentoring program to attain District 108 tenure status.
 
Selection Procedure
Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the School site or the Human Resources Office  to confirm date and time for an initial team interview. Position to be filled as soon as suitable applicant is confirmed.
District 108 is an equal opportunity employer.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 





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Openings as of 6/9/2026

School Counselors Primary K-3

JobID: 1017

Position Type:
  Special Services/K-3 Counselor


Date Posted:
  2/20/2026


Location:
  District Wide


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PEKIN PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT 108 ANNOUNCES THE FOLLOWING VACANCY FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR:

SCHOOL COUNSELORS
Grades K-3
District Wide

Qualifications:
Certification:
• Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate endorsement in counseling and/or social work
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable 
   
VISION:  The Counselor applies specialized knowledge of human sociology and psychology to provide programs, interventions and a school culture that support student academic and emotional success.  Staff and students embody the developmental, comprehensive social/emotional program in which students learn to make decisions, set goals, and prepare for life in future schooling and work.  The Counselor gathers and interprets social/emotional data related to program management.  The Counselor also offers responsive services to address students' immediate social/emotional concerns.
 
JOB GOALS:
System Support: 
The Social/Emotional programs of the school and district function effectively. 
• Stakeholders within the school and its community understand the purposes, goals and principles of the social/emotional program.
• Students and staff commit to and embody a culture of achieving high expectations within a community characterized by mutual respect and support.
• The counselor, principal, teachers, and staff possess the knowledge and dispositions to provide an emotionally healthful learning experience for students
Social/Emotional Curriculum:  Through the Social/Emotional Curriculum students develop self-awareness, inter-and intra-personal   skills, and the habits of mind and emotion for success in everyday life.
Individual Student Diagnosis:  The staff uses student indicators of social/emotional health for early identification and intervention to eliminate or reduce student failure. 
Responsive Services:  Students receive responsive services to address social and emotional needs.
 
RESPONSIBILITES:
 
Planning and Preparation
• Use counseling theory and techniques, i.e., individual consultations, group process
• Demonstrate knowledge of child and adolescent development
• Establish goals for the counseling program appropriate to the setting and the students served
• Know state and federal regulations and resources, both within and beyond the school and district
• Plan the counseling program, using individual and small group sessions, and in-class activities, and including crisis prevention, intervention, and response
• Develop a plan to evaluate the counseling program
The Environment
• Create an environment of respect and rapport
• Establish a culture for productive communication
• Establish a culture for positive mental health throughout the school
• Manage routine and procedures
• Establish standards of conduct, and contributes to the culture for positive behavior throughout the school
• Organizes physical space
Delivery of Service
• Assess student needs
• Assist students and teachers in the formulation of academic, personal/social, and career plans, based on knowledge of student needs
• Using counseling techniques, in individual and classroom programs
• Broker resources to meet needs
• Maintain contact with physicians and community mental health service providers
• Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness 
Professional Responsibilities
• Reflect on practice
• Maintain records, and submit them in a timely fashion
• Communicate with families
• Participate in a professional community - emphasis on the positive and supportive interactions
• Engage in professional development
• Show professionalism, including integrity, advocacy and maintaining confidentiality 
Terms of employment: 
180 days 
Work day typical for certified staff per contract, including the possibility of an Atypical schedule
Non-exempt, bargaining unit position 
Benefits commensurate with contract 
  
Application procedure: 
District 108 must have:
A completed online application: http://www.generalasp.com/Pekin/onlineapp/default.aspx
 
The following documentation must be on file to complete the application process:
*Letter of Interest
*Resume
*Copy of PEL from ELIS
*Copy of transcript(s)
*Three(3) signed letters of recommendation
 
Documentation should be uploaded with your online application, however if you are unable to upload, you may email, fax, or mail.
Email:  julie.draher@pekin108.org
Fax: 309 477-4701
Mailing address:
Director of Human Resources
Attention: Application Process
501 Washington Street
Pekin, Illinois 61554
 
For direct questions, please contact:
Julie Draher at 309-477-4740 or by email at julie.draher@pekin108.org
 
PLEASE DO NOT SEND APPLICATION MATERIALS TO INDIVIDUAL SCHOOL 
 
District 108 is an equal opportunity employer
Position will be filled as soon as suitable applicant is found
 





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Speech/Language Pathologist

JobID: 1094

Position Type:
  Special Services/Speech Language Pathologist


Date Posted:
  5/12/2026


Location:
  District Wide


Date Available:
  08/17/2026


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PEKIN PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT 108 ANNOUNCES THE FOLLOWING VACANCY FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR:

Speech/Language Pathologist
District Wide
* This is a full-time position.  However, applicants interested in part-time employment are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications:
• Appropriate State of Illinois Professional Educator License with Speech & Language Pathologist endorsement
• Illinois Dept. of Financial and Professional Regulation License - Speech & Language Pathologist
Vision:
The speech and language therapist applies professional understanding of child development, learning, instruction, language therapy, interventions, and special education law and regulation to support the students of District 108.  The speech and language therapist uses professional knowledge, evaluation and intervention to minimize or eliminate speech and language deficits that interfere with the individual student's ability to derive benefit from the district's educational program.  He or she consults with administrators and teachers in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of interventions for special education students and at times for students in the general population.
Job Goals:
• All students meet or exceed state expectations for learning as assessed by the Illinois Standards Achievement Test
• All students identified for speech and language services meet IEP goals
• Families, teachers, and administrators will be informed and supported to enhance student success
Responsibilities:
Planning and Preparation
• Demonstrate knowledge and skill in the speech and language therapy
• Establish goals for the therapy program appropriate to the setting and students served
• Demonstrate knowledge of district, state and federal regulations and guidelines
• Demonstrate knowledge of resources, both within and beyond the school and district
• Plan the therapy program, integrated with the regular school program, to meet the needs of individual students
• Develop a plan to evaluate the therapy program
Environment
• Establish rapport with students
• Organize time effectively
• Establish and maintaining procedures for referrals
• Establish standards of conduct in the treatment center
• Organize physical space for testing of students and providing therapy
Delivery of Service
• Respond to referrals, and evaluate student needs
• Develop and implement treatment plans to maximize students' success
• Communicate with families
• Collect information and write reports
• Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness
Professional Responsibilities
• Reflect on practice
• Collaborate with other therapist, teachers and administrators
• Maintain effective data management systems
• Participate in professional community - providing inservice when appropriate
• Engage in professional development
• Show professionalism, including integrity, advocacy and maintaining confidentiality

Terms of Employment:
180 day bargaining unit position; per diem or stipend summer work possible 
Benefits commensurate with contract
Application Procedure:
District 108 must have:
A completed online application http://www.generalasp.com/Pekin/onlineapp/ 
The following documentation must be on file to complete the application process:
*Letter of Interest
*Resume
*Copy of Professional Educator License with Speech & Language Pathologist endorsement (from ELIS)
*Copy of transcript(s)
*Three(3) Signed letters of recommendation
 
The documents should be uploaded to your online application.  If you are unable to upload them, send required documents via email (julie.draher@pekin108.org), fax or mail:

Fax: 309-477-4701
Mailing address:
Director of Human Resources
Attention: Application Process
501 Washington Street
Pekin, Illinois 61554

For direct questions, please contact:  Julie Draher @ 309-477-4740 or by email @ julie.draher@pekin108.org

Do not send application materials to individual schools
Please be reminded, all non-tenure certified staff are expected to successfully complete the district's two [2] year T.I.P.S.
Teacher Induction:Professional Success] induction/mentoring program to attain District 108 tenure status.

Selection Procedure:
Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the School site or the Human Resources Office to confirm date and time for an initial team interview.
Position to be filled as soon as suitable applicant is confirmed.

District 108 is an equal opportunity employer.
 





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Substitute Paraprofessional 2026-2027 School Year

JobID: 575

Position Type:
  Substitute/Substitute Paraprofessional


Date Posted:
  4/29/2025


Location:
  District Wide


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SUBSTITUTE PARAPROFESSIONAL  2026-2027

QUALIFICATIONS:
 
Certification:
• Valid paraprofessional license registered in Tazewell County, Illinois.
Application Procedure:
District 108 must have the following documentation on file to complete the application process:
• A complete online application: http://www.generalasp.com/Pekin/onlineapp/default.aspx
• Copy of Illinois paraprofessional license (from ELIS)
• Completed new substitute paraprofessional application packet from our website; https://il01905155.schoolwires.net/Page/863
• NOTE: If you are a returning substitute from the previous school year and we have all your information from the substitute packet on file, you do not have to fill out the packet again.
Please bring your completed packet to:
Pekin Public Schools District 108
Administration Office
501 Washington Street
Pekin, IL  61554
For direct questions, please contact Julie Draher at 309-477-4740 or by email at julie.draher@pekin108.org
DO NOT SEND APPLICATION MATERIALS TO INDIVIDUAL SCHOOLS
Selection Procedure:
All substitute applicants will be placed in a pool of substitute candidates.  Applicants will be approved by the Board of Education and will be considered for employment as the needs for substitutes are determined. 
You must return the mailed Letter of Intent each year to remain on the substitute list.
 
District 108 is an equal opportunity employer.



 





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Openings as of 6/9/2026

Substitute Secretary 2026-2027 School Year

JobID: 576

Position Type:
  Substitute/Substitute Secretary


Date Posted:
  4/29/2025


Location:
  District Wide


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SUBSTITUTE SECRETARY 2026-2027

Qualifications:
• Office clerical experience
• Ability to maintain self-control and complete tasks with frequent interruptions
• Excellent public relations skills including courteous, tactful and good verbal communication skills
• High school diploma
 
Application Procedure:
District 108 must have the following documentation on file to complete the application process:
• A complete online application: http://www.generalasp.com/Pekin/onlineapp/default.aspx
• Completed new substitute secretary packet from our website: https://il01905155.schoolwires.net/Page/863
• NOTE:  If you are a returning substitute from the previous school year and we have all your information from the substitute packet on file, you do not have to fill out the packet again.

Please bring your completed packet to:
Pekin Public Schools District 108
Administration Office
501 Washington Street
Pekin, IL  61554
For direct questions, please contact Julie Draher at 309-477-4740 or by email at julie.draher@pekin108.org
DO NOT SEND APPLICATION MATERIALS TO INDIVIDUAL SCHOOLS

Selection Procedure:
All substitute applicants will be placed in a pool of substitute candidates.  Applicants will be approved by the Board of Education and will be considered for employment as the needs for substitutes are determined. 

You must return the mailed Letter of Intent each year to remain on the substitute list.
 
District 108 is an equal opportunity employer.



 





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Openings as of 6/9/2026

Substitute Teacher 2026-2027 School Year

JobID: 563

Position Type:
  Substitute/Substitute Teacher


Date Posted:
  4/29/2025


Location:
  District Wide


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SUBSTITUTE TEACHER 2026-2027

QUALIFICATIONS:
 
Certification:
• Valid teaching license or substitute license registered in Tazewell County, Illinois.
Application Procedure:
District 108 must have the following documentation on file to complete the application process:
• A complete online application: http://www.generalasp.com/Pekin/onlineapp/default.aspx
• Copy of Illinois license to teach or license to substitute teach registered in Tazewell County
• Copy of transcript(s)
• Completed New Substitute Teacher Packet from our website: https://il01905155.schoolwires.net/Page/863
• NOTE:  If you are a returning substitute from the previous school year and we have all your information from the substitute packet on file, you do not have to fill out the packet again.

Please bring your completed packet to:
Pekin Public Schools District 108
Administration Office
501 Washington Street
Pekin, IL  61554
For direct questions, please contact Julie Draher at 309-477-4740 or by email at julie.draher@pekin108.org
DO NOT SEND APPLICATION MATERIALS TO INDIVIDUAL SCHOOLS

Selection Procedure:
All substitute applicants will be placed in a pool of substitute candidates.  Applicants will be approved by the Board of Education and will be considered for employment as the needs for substitutes are determined. 
You must return your mailed Letter of Intent each year to remain on the substitute list.
 
District 108 is an equal opportunity employer.



 





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Openings as of 6/9/2026

Special Education Paraprofessionals

JobID: 949

Position Type:
  Support Staff/Special Education Paraprofessional


Date Posted:
  3/11/2025


Location:
  District Wide


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PEKIN PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT 108 ANNOUNCES THE FOLLOWING VACANCY FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR:

Special Education Paraprofessionals
District Wide 
 
6.50 Hours Opening:
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
 
Certification:
 
• State of Illinois Paraprofessional Educator License (PARA) or those interested with 60 college credit hours; or those willing to take the ETS Parapo test.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
 
Vision
 
The Special Education Paraprofessional will perform duties that support the delivery of district special education services to special education students by working under the direction and guidance of a certified staff member.  The paraprofessional will assist students with physical, behavioral, or instructional tasks.
 
Job Goals
 
• Students will receive the physical, emotional, and instructional support they need to benefit fully from the district special education program.
• Students will learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible individuals.
 
Responsibilities
 
• Assist students with physical tasks, including using the restroom.
• Accompany students to the office or school nurse and assist with health-care related needs, if necessary.
• Provide student supervision during instructional and non-instructional times.
• Help students when they need instructional assistance or tutorial support.
• Lead a small group or individual activities using materials and lesson plans prepared by the teacher.
• Assist the teacher by checking and recording student work, supervising testing and make-up work, and taking attendance.
• Serve as the chief source of information and help to any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Maintain the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as expected of fully licensed teachers.
• Participate in professional development training programs, including yearly Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training.
• Serve as a potential person to perform physical restraint to ensure staff and student safety.
• Establishes, as fully as possible, a supportive and empathetic relationship with the students without fostering or encouraging intense emotional involvement.
• Serve as a resource person, if and when requested, to the special education service team conferring about one of the students to whom assigned.
• Perform other duties assigned by the principal or teacher.
 

Working Conditions
180 Day Bargaining Unit Position
Salary and Benefits commensurate with contract
 
 
 
Application Procedure
 
District 108 MUST have all the following documentation on file to complete the application process:  
 
1.  A completed online application:   http://www.generalasp.com/Pekin/onlineapp/
2.  Letter of interest
3.  Copy of Paraprofessional License (from ELIS)
4.  Three (3) signed letters of recommendation

Documentation should be uploaded with your online application. You may also email, fax or mail it.
Fax: 309 477-4701
Mailing address:
Joe Franklin, Director of Human Resources
Attention: Application Process
501 Washington Street
Pekin, Illinois 61554
 
For direct questions, please contact:
Julie Draher@ 309-477-4740 or by email @ julie.draher@pekin.net
 
Selection Procedure:
Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the School site or Human Resources Office to confirm date and time for an initial team interview.  Position to be filled as soon as suitable applicant is confirmed.
 
District 108 is an equal opportunity employer.
 
 
 
 
 
 





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