Teacher FACS (2026/2027 School Year)

Position Type: Teacher High School/FACSDate Posted: 11/10/2025Location: Post Secondary SuccessDate Available: 08/24/2026Closing Date: 04/24/2026NOTE: This posting has been opened for application intake for anyone interested in a position with School District U-46 for the 2026/2027 school year. We anticipate the review of applications to begin sometime near the end of January. If you are interested in a role for the current 2025/2026 school year, we encourage you to check out our open vacancies.Position / Title: Family & Consumer Sciences TeacherBargaining Unit: ETADepartment/Location: Family & Consumer SciencesCalendar Days: 184Reports To: Building PrincipalJD Revision Date: 03/28/2023Supervises: N/AFunction / Position SummaryTo deliver instruction in one or more areas of Family & Consumer Sciences (Culinary Arts & Hospitality, Child Development & Education) that engages students in integrated content learning and technical skill development needed for post-secondary and career success as well as obtaining Industry Recognized Credentials. Job Duties / ResponsibilitiesPlans a program of study that follows district guidelines and, meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students.Implements researched-based teaching strategies that engage all students; acknowledging a range of abilities of students and cultural backgrounds.Creates an environment conducive to learning and motivates students through effective communication and evaluative feedback.Display a thorough knowledge of curriculum and subject matter.Plans for and guides the learning process toward the mastery of curriculum goals, and establishes clear objectives/targets for all lessons, units, and projects that are clearly communicated to students.Utilize instruction technology and electronic resources to develop student centered learning opportunities.Integrate technical, literacy, math and science skill development to provide relevant learning opportunities for all students.Implements school improvement plans and strategies.Collaborates with colleagues, students, community members, and/or parents on a regular basis, and as requested by the administration.Implements building and district assessments in order to monitor student achievement, and communicates progress to students and parents.Sets high expectations for student achievement and behavior and motivates students to work to their highest potential.Assists in the referral and diagnosis of students with learning difficulties, seeking assistance from other school personnel as required by Response to Intervention.Works cooperatively with building administrator(s) in assessing his/her teaching strengths and weaknesses, and planning and implementing a program to improve his/her teaching competencies.Participates on curriculum, personnel, policy or professional development committees related to the educational program.May require facilitation of student run business.Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law and district policy through the adopted student information system.Assists administration in implementing student discipline policies and maintains order in assigned area(s) in a fair and just manner.Possible participation in co-curricular student and organizations and competitions.Participation in Regional/ District advisory councils.Performs other duties as assigned by the principal, or other administrative staff.EducationBachelor's degree in Secondary Education, Major: Family and Consumer Science, Focus: Culinary Arts from an accredited university.Illinois educator license.Experience / Knowledge2000 hours related work experience preferred.Teaching experience preferred but not required.Physical DemandsRequires prolonged sitting or standing.Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials.Occasional stooping, bending, and reaching.Terms of EmploymentThis is a 9-month position.Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education.#U46HiringAttachment(s):ETA Benefits Sheet 2024.pdfETA Salary Schedules SY 23-27.pdf

Created: 2026-04-02