Openings as of 6/9/2026
Are you looking for an opportunity to work with and shape elementary minds? Do you enjoy planning and delivering rigorous lessons that your students will enjoy? Then a teaching position in our district may be for you!Flossmoor SD 161 is seeking a positive, energetic individuals to join our team! To be successful in this position, one would create a classroom environment conducive to young learners, work together with a team to individualize student instruction, prepare and deliver effective instruction, and be flexible and adaptable to change. Additionally, a successful candidate is able to analyze data to guide instruction. In addition to the core curriculum, our students receive weekly instruction in Art, Music, Physical Education, and STEAM.
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FLSA Status: Salary/ExemptFlossmoor School District 161 shall provide equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of their 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; credit history, unless a satisfactory credit history is an established bona fide occupational requirement of a particular position; or other legally protected categories. No one will be penalized solely for his or her status as a registered qualifying patient or a registered designated caregiver for purposes of the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act, 410 ILCS 130/.
Flossmoor School District 161 is seeking an educator for the 2026-27 school year to join an exceptional staff at Parker Junior High as an English/Language Arts teacher! Our current ELA department at Parker Junior High School is comprised of nine teachers with wide ranging experiences. Qualifications for the position include a Bachelor's degree or a Master's degree in Education with prior teaching experience in English/Language Arts in Grades 6-8 within the last ten (10) years or have taken a coursework, seminars or workshops relevant to English/Language Arts – Grades 6-8 education in the last two (2) years. For certification, a valid Illinois Professional Educators License (PEL) with a English/Language Arts endorsement for middle grades is required.Staff Salary Schedule
FLSA STATUS: Salary/ExemptFlossmoor School District 161 shall provide equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of their 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; credit history, unless a satisfactory credit history is an established bona fide occupational requirement of a particular position; or other legally protected categories. No one will be penalized solely for his or her status as a registered qualifying patient or a registered designated caregiver for purposes of the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act, 410 ILCS 130/.
Are you looking for a teaching position in a diverse and inclusive district? Would you like to work with a phenomenal group of students in our Junior High? Then our Special Education Resource teacher position may be right for you!To be a successful teacher in Flossmoor 161, you will implement the instructional and behavioral components of the individualized education program for students, establish great rapport with students, motivate students to develop skills and knowledge needed to achieve success at each student's ability, and establish good relationships with parents and other staff members.District 161's instructional programs work on a team with other special education teachers as well as administrators, a social worker, a speech language pathologist, and district psychologist to provide amazing learning experiences for our students!EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Education. Must have taught Special Education Resource in the last ten (10) years or have taken coursework, seminars or workshops relevant to Special Education Resource in the last two (2) years.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Valid Illinois Professional Educators License (PEL), LBS1 endorsement es to advance professional practices for 21st Century Learning and Teaching
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FLSA Status: Salary/Exempt
Evening Custodian
Parker Junior High
The individual selected for this position will be responsible for providing a clean, sanitary and safe building and grounds environment.
*Experience in building cleaning
*Demonstrated competence for assigned responsibilities
*Dependable, flexible, and cooperativeHours: 3:00 - 11:30 p.m.
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Are you looking for an opportunity to work with an awesome group of middle school students? Do you want to work in an environment with other professionals that work together to create a positive and welcoming climate and culture? Are you passionate about supporting students' social and emotional learning to positively impact their academic success?Then our School Social Worker position may be right for you! As a School Social Worker you will support the success of individuals and small groups of students through support strategies and consultation with staff.Parker Junior High houses approximately 900 students in grades 6-8. We are firm believers in the whole child and have implemented Capturing Kids' Hearts to ensure a safe, positive, and productive working environment for all learners. You would be joining a team of school social workers, having two other professionals to work alongside and collaborate with in your department.Qualifications for the position include a Master's degree in Social work and a valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with the School Social Worker endorsement (PreK-Age 21).Certified staff salary schedule
FLSA STATUS: Salary/Exempt
Flossmoor School District 161 shall provide equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of their 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; credit history, unless a satisfactory credit history is an established bona fide occupational requirement of a particular position; or other legally protected categories. No one will be penalized solely for his or her status as a registered qualifying patient or a registered designated caregiver for purposes of the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act, 410 ILCS 130/.
