Openings as of 1/18/2021

• Maternity Leave-5th Grade Teacher JobID: 243
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Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Intermediate - Grades 4, 5


Date Posted:
  1/6/2021


Location:
  Pennoyer School District 79


Date Available:
  05/03/2021


Closing Date:
  02/05/2021


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Pennoyer 79
 
Maternity Leave- 5th Grade Teacher- May 3, 2021. Applicant must be available one week in April to shadow. Position may begin earlier than May 3rd.
 
 
Title:  5th Grade Teacher
 
Reports to: Principal
 
 
 
Job Summary:
The teacher provides leadership and support in the following areas:
Instruction and intervention in all content areas, social emotional learning.

Qualifications:
1. Valid Illinois State Board of Education Professional Educator’s License
2. Willingness to sponsor and/or participate in extra-curricular activities
3. ESL Endorsement preferred

General Duties and Responsibilities:
 
• Instruct students in English/Language Arts/Math/Science/Social Studies and other related school subject areas (such as social emotional learning) using best practice strategies.
• Analyze student data to inform instructional goals. 
• Plan and collaborates with teachers. 
• Integrate technology into lessons.
• Confers with students, parents, and school personnel to resolve student problems.
• Communicates student progress with parents. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Planning and Preparation
•          Demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy
•          Demonstrates knowledge of students
•          Selects instructional goals for class and for individual students
•          Demonstrates knowledge of resources
•          Designs coherent instruction
•          Designs student assessment
        
Classroom Environment
• Create respect and rapport
• Establishes a culture for learning
• Manages classroom procedures
• Manages student behavior
• Organizes physical space
        
Instruction
•          Communicates clearly and accurately
•          Uses questioning and discussion techniques
•          Engages students in learning
•          Provides feedback to students
•          Demonstrates flexibility and responsibility
 
Professional Responsibilities
• Reflects on teaching
• Maintains accurate records
• Communicates with families
• Contributes to the community and the school
• Shows professional growth and development
• Shows professionalism in dealing with others
 

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Perform the physical tasks necessary to monitor, supervise and physically assist students throughout the school day during a variety of instructional activities. Must be able to function effectively in an active, loud environment.  Must be able to adapt to changes in the work environment as circumstances require. 
 





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Openings as of 1/18/2021

• Maternity Leave- PE Teacher JobID: 242
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Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/Physical Education


Date Posted:
  1/5/2021


Location:
  Pennoyer School District 79


Date Available:
  03/04/2021


Closing Date:
  01/29/2021


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Pennoyer 79
 
Maternity Leave- Physical Education Teacher March 4, 2021-June 4, 2021
 
 
 
Title:  Physical Education Teacher
 
Reports to: Principal
 
 
 
Job Summary:
 
The physical education teacher provides leadership and support in the following areas:
 
physical education class, overall student health and wellness, physical activities, social emotional wellness, and team/individual sports and activities.
 
Qualifications:
 
1.     Valid Illinois State Board of Education Professional Educator’s License
 
a.     Must be endorsed in health
 
2.     Bachelors degree or higher in the content area of physical education
 
3.    Certified in CPR
 
4.    Willingness to sponsor and/or participate in extra-curricular activities related to physical     
 
education. 
 
General Duties and Responsibilities:
 
• Instruct students in physical education activities in educational institution: Plans physical education program to promote development of student's physical attributes and social skills.

• Teaches individual and team sports to students, utilizing knowledge of sports techniques and of physical capabilities of students.

• Confers with students, parents, and school personnel to resolve student problems.

• Select, organize, order, issue, and inventory equipment, materials, and supplies used in physical education program.

• Adapted physical education instruction to meet the needs of all students.

• Instructs upper grades in Physical and Health Education using the Illinois State Standards framework. 

• Contribute to the development of a comprehensive physical education and wellness curriculum.
 
Planning and Preparation:
 
• Demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy
• Demonstrates knowledge of students
• Selects instructional goals for class and for individual students
• Demonstrates knowledge of resources
• Designs coherent instruction
• Designs student assessment
 
Classroom Environment:
 
• Create respect and rapport
• Establishes a culture for learning
• Manages classroom procedures
• Manages student behavior
• Organizes physical space
 
Instruction:
 
•  Communicates clearly and accurately
•  Uses questioning and discussion techniques
•  Engages students in learning
• Provides feedback to students
• Demonstrates flexibility and responsibility
 
Professional Responsibilities:
 
• Reflects on teaching
• Maintains accurate records
• Communicates with families
• Contributes to the community and the school
• Shows professional growth and development
•     Shows professionalism in dealing with others
 
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
 
Perform the physical tasks necessary to monitor, supervise and physically assist students throughout the school day during a variety of instructional activities. Must be able to function effectively in an active, loud environment.  Must be able to adapt to changes in the work environment as circumstances require. 

 




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Openings as of 1/18/2021

• Preschool Parent Educator JobID: 217
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Position Type:
  Student Support Services/Early Childhood


Date Posted:
  8/31/2020


Location:
  Pennoyer School District 79


Date Available:
  08/31/2020


Closing Date:
  10/16/2020


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Preschool Parent Educator Job Description

Title:                         Preschool Parent Educator
Reports to:               Principal, supervising teacher


Job Summary:
The position of Preschool Parent Educator is a classified position limited to 300 hours per year to be scheduled with the Principal.  The Parent Educator is to assist the teacher in preparing in the learning process for students, to perform a variety of supportive tasks for students and teacher and perform related work as required.   

Qualifications:
1. High School Diploma
2. Current Parent

General Duties and Responsibilities:
• Assist the teacher in the students’ learning process.
• Assist the teacher in preparation for student activities and events.
• Act as a liaison between the teacher and families regarding classroom events, parent education opportunities, etc.


Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Perform the physical tasks necessary to monitor, supervise and physically assist students throughout the school day during a variety of instructional activities. Must be able to function effectively in an active, loud environment.  Must be able to adapt to changes in the work environment as circumstances require.

The preschool parent educator position is a nine (9) month classified (at-will) position.  The numbers of actual hours to be worked will be no more than 300 hours within the school year.

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by an administrator and is dependant year-to-year on grant funding.

 
 





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Openings as of 1/18/2021

• Substitute Teacher JobID: 203
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Position Type:
  Substitute/Substitute Teacher


Date Posted:
  1/4/2021


Location:
  Pennoyer School District 79


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Substitute Teachers - All grade levels K-8
Educating the Minds of Tomorrow
 
Description:
The substitute is a guest teacher and works to maintain a continuity of education and learning in the absence of the regular teacher. The effective substitute will:
 
Have classroom practices show knowledge of content and skills relevant to the teacher's professional responsibilities. Provide structures that encourage effective self-disciplined students in all learning situations Incorporate a child's learning style, interest and motivational factors in a developmentally appropriate manner. Ensure that all students have opportunities to ask questions, contribute, and otherwise participate in class activities. Collaborate with appropriate resource people. Follow teacher's lesson plans. Seek help when needed
 
Job Summary:
• Creates a learning environment and structure which nurture self-esteem, self-confidence and self-discipline
• Implements behavior management strategies that are fair and consistent
• Acknowledges student learning accomplishments, on-task behaviors and appropriate conduct
• Performs duties in accordance with Board of Education, administration and school policies
• Is punctual and regular in attendance, duties and responsibilities
• Accepts recommendations for change and implements new programs and policies in a positive, professional manner
• Works cooperatively with colleagues and is willing to accept decisions of the group
• Performs necessary clerical responsibilities
• Solves professionally-related problems appropriately
• Engages in reflective thinking on personal qualities and experiences related to effective teaching
• Takes part in professionally related activities
• Demonstrates an understanding of the cultures of the school and community
• Communicates effectively with students, parents, colleagues and community
• Establishes good rapport with students, parents, colleagues and community
• Interacts with students, parents, colleagues and community in a mutually respectful manner
• Expresses interest and enthusiasm for teaching and learning
• Demonstrates empathy, fairness and consistency
• Serves as a positive role model for students and colleagues
• Demonstrates flexibility and cooperation
• Demonstrates appropriate voice, diction and language usage
• Demonstrates appropriate listening skills
• Maintains a positive and pleasant attitude
• Maintains a professional demeanor
• Perform tasks and duties as assigned by administration & staff
 
Qualifications:
• Highly positive attitude with excellent work habits
• Ability to work cooperatively and pleasantly with others
• Highly professional language and demeanor
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to serve as a positive role model of good character for children
• Interest in and enthusiasm for the position and education in general
• Appreciation of cultural diversity
• Ability to speak a foreign language preferred
• Knowledge of computers and technology
• Strong sense of creativity
• Appropriate Illinois Teaching License Required http://www.isbe.net/licensure/html/substitute.htm
• Must be "Highly Qualified" per NCLB Standards for long term substitute assignments
 
Working Conditions:
$125/day for regular day-to-day substitute work
Long Term Rates for longer term assignments
 
Application Procedure:
Apply on line by completing the on line application and uploading support materials.
 
Selection Procedure:
The administrative and office staff will review on line applications and supporting materials and select individuals may be called in for interviews. Based upon need, substitutes will be added to the list. Substitutes are AT WILL employees.
 
The Pennoyer School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
 
 




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