Bilingual Science Teacher

Position Title:
Bilingual Science Teacher

Location:
North Chicago Community High School

Reports To:
Building Principal

Primary Function:

The Bilingual Science Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality science instruction in both English and Spanish, supporting the academic success of multilingual learners. Working under the supervision of the Building Principal and administrative team, this role provides individualized and culturally responsive instruction tailored to each student’s needs, interests, and aspirations. Teachers are expected to collaborate with colleagues, engage families, and contribute to school-wide goals and instructional improvement.

Qualifications:

Licensure:

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

Endorsed in Science 9–12 and Bilingual – Spanish

Education:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in education or a related field

Experience:

Required: Two (2) years of successful teaching experience with a diverse student population

Preferred: Four (4) years of experience in an urban school setting, working with multilingual learners

Essential Responsibilities:

Provide science instruction in a bilingual (Spanish/English) setting that aligns with district curriculum and state standards

Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of English Language Learners (ELLs) and diverse learners

Create a classroom environment conducive to academic success, inclusion, and student engagement

Collaborate with other teachers, support staff, and administrators to support student progress and departmental goals

Maintain ongoing communication with families to support student learning and build strong school-home partnerships

Supervise students in accordance with school and district policies

Participate in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of instructional programs

Contribute to the evaluation and revision of policies and practices impacting instructional programming