District - Cross-Categorical Teacher - 2026/2027

What Deerfield Public Schools District 109 is All About...The Role of the Cross-Categorical Teacher in Deerfield 109DEERFIELD 109 - MISSIONWhere challenging experiences foster confidence, collaborative relationships build community, and creative environments ignite curiosity.DEERFIELD 109 - VISIONWe will develop each student to be emotionally resilient, socially skilled, and academically prepared by forging connections within, across, and beyond our classrooms, and by embracing each student's uniqueness.GENERAL INFORMATIONTITLE: District - Cross-Categorical TeacherDEPARTMENT: Student ServicesLICENSURE: Professional Educator License (PEL)ENDORSEMENT: LBSI (K-12) or equivalentCLASSIFICATION: CertifiedFLSA STATUS: Non-exemptREPORTS TO: Building administrationSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/APRIOR EXPERIENCE: Successful completion of student teaching and/or internshipEVALUATION: Evaluated by administrator using the agreed upon evaluation tool. This includes formal observation of job performance, inclusion of informal observation data, an artifact file, student growth measures, and other sources of data. The evaluation cycle for teachers not in continued contractual service (tenure) shall be one school year. The evaluation cycle for teachers who have attained tenure in District 109 shall be two school years unless job performance is deemed as "needs improvement" or "unsatisfactory."DATES: 2026-2027AVAILABILITY: Multiple Position(s)/Full-Time PLACEMENT: District AssignmentWORK CALENDAR: TeacherJOB GOAL(S)Under general supervision, the employee will:Guide pupil progress toward established district standards; implement best-practice instructional techniques and strategies; adhere to curricular objectives; sustain an engaging and supportive learning environment; and demonstrate professional responsibilities.MAJOR DUTIES & PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIESThe criterion indicated below are intended to describe various types of work that may be performed. The exclusion of specific responsibilities does not prohibit them if the work is similar, related, or a logical task of the position. PlanningCreates lesson plans which demonstrate knowledge of District curriculum objectivesCreates lessons plans which are sufficient for substitute teachingPlans purposeful assignments for assistants and volunteersMakes curriculum modifications to meet varied academic needs of exceptional children based on an IEP or a 504 Plan or for identified gifted/talented studentsInstructionDemonstrates skill in execution of plansVaries level and pace of instruction to meet individual needsProvides for individual and group involvementUses variety of teaching methods, materials, and motivational techniquesDevelops appropriate assignments and related homeworkUses a variety of evaluation and assessment systems, formal and informalChecks for students' understanding of directions and expectationsHelps student see interrelationships between subject areas where appropriateCorrects and returns tests and assignments promptly with comments where appropriateGrades papers, evaluates, and provides written comments upon long term projects, and records data regarding student performanceStrives to keep students actively engaged in the lesson, uses positive reinforcementCommunicates knowledge of student progress to students and parentsUses student data to make instructional decisionsIncorporates technology into lessonsEncourages students to use technology to complete projects or lessonsDemonstrates expertise in delivering the curriculumManagementMaintains a learning atmosphereClarifies expectations regarding behavior, directions, student activities and assignmentsMaintains control and uses appropriate techniques for managing student behaviorPrepares, maintains, and submits accurate recordsPromotes respect among students and encourages them to be positive about themselves and othersTreats students with dignity and respectCommunicates concerns about student to parents and appropriate personnelMaximizes teaching timeProvides for the care and protection of school propertyUses the available resources to assist students (Pupil Services Team, Gifted and Talented Coordinator, LMC staff, etc.)CompetencyIs knowledgeable in assigned subject areasShows evidence of continued educationWorks to establish goals and develop plans for improvement of teaching skillsRelationshipsProvides students with appropriate guidance and supportActs as a positive adult role model for studentsIs accessible to help studentsMaintains positive and constructive relationships with parentsMaintains a positive and constructive relationship with colleague and administratorsAttendanceEvidences a history of good attendanceIs consistently punctual to school, class, and meetingsEvidences of history of participation in parent, student, administrative and in-service meetingsEvidences a history of participation in assigned District and student activitiesMENTAL DEMANDSKnowledgeThe teacher possesses a working knowledge of curriculum, subject content and the developmental needs of students. Examples include, but are not limited to, address appropriate curriculum standards; integrate key content elements; facilitate use of higher level thinking skills in instruction; demonstrate the ability to link present content with past and future learning experiences, other subject areas, and real world experiences; demonstrate accurate knowledge of the subject matter; exhibit skills relevant to the subject area taught; and display an understanding of the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of the age group. AbilityThe employee shall engage in collaborative dialogue with peers; maintain records and prepares applicable reports; communicate effectively both orally and in written form; read, interpret, apply, and explain policies and procedures; meet the requirements of schedules and time lines; take professional initiative; plan and organize work independently; read a variety of materials, engage in ongoing professional development; implement a student centered approach to problem-solving and conflict-resolution; demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively and effectively with other certified, classified, and administrative personnel, parents, and community members. Education/PreparationThe employee shall possess the equivalent of a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Elementary Education; completion of teacher preparation program through an accredited university or college; successful completion of State proficiency exam(s) or equivalent; and at all times possess and maintain appropriate licensure through the State of Illinois. ReasoningThe employee shall possess the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. The employee shall possess the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. The employee shall possess ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. PHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk, hear, taste, and smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENTWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works inside and works in an educational setting with children of varying ages and abilities. Work duties may include occasional work in outdoor weather conditions and is subject to noises associated with an educational environment both indoors and outdoors. However, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being, and work output of students. Duties may occasionally be performed in libraries, cafeterias, parking lots, gymnasiums, auditoriums, hallways and on field trips away from school.The mental demands, physical demands, and work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow an employee with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Created: 2026-04-02