Position Type: Elementary School Teaching

Date Posted: 8/12/2025

Location: Lake Bluff Elementary School District 65

Date Available: 12/01/2025

Closing Date: Until Filled Description:

Lake Bluff Elementary School is seeking a 1.0 FTE Kindergarten Teacher long term substittue ~ December 1, 2025 - February 12, 2026

Job Summary: Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated. Attends meetings as required under current contract. Is available to students, parents, staff and administrators for education-related purposes during the school workday. Supports the district's philosophy of education. Recognizes pupil needs and seeks the assistance of other professional staff in helping pupils solve social, emotional, physical, and academic problems. Plans and implements a program of study within the established curriculum that meets the individual needs and abilities of the students. Prepares for classes assigned and shares preparation activities with the building principal, upon request. Fosters a classroom environment that is conducive to learning. Establishes clear objectives and communicates these to students. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals. Employs a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with the needs, capabilities, and interests of the students involved. Assesses and reports student performance on a regular basis. Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy, and administrative procedures. Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Actively maintains professional competencies through continuous learning and professional development opportunities. Supports the administration and staff in implementing current district practices and programs. Qualifications: Appropriate Bachelor's Degree required Valid Illinois Teacher's License Spanish billingual preferred. Successful student teaching or past teaching experience. Valid First Aid/CPR Cards preferred.

Working Conditions: Ability to actively perform work in classroom, office, and other business and community settings. Ability to move freely and perform duties in numerous locations throughout the day (typically involving frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, and lifting). Exposure to noise and activity of a school setting. Exposure to weather conditions. Ability to travel outside the district for a variety of meetings and conferences. Long term substitute pay is $284/day.

Application Procedure: Apply online only. Due to the expected high volume of applicants, please do not submit paper copies of applications or call the school directly.

Selection Procedure: Applicants will be screened by administrators and may be called for an interview if necessary.

About the District: Lake Bluff Elementary School District 65 serves the 900 students from the communities of Lake Bluff and Knollwood. The District has two schools and is located 33 miles north of Chicago along the shore of Lake Michigan. Our employees report high rates of job satisfaction and our student achievement is among the top ten percent of all districts in the State of Illinois. Our motto: Excellence in Education, Enthusiasm for Life, Every Student, Every Day.