Pre-K Dual Language Substitute Teacher

Pre-K Dual Language Long-Term Substitute Teacher

School Year:
2026–2027

Position Dates:
Approximately February 24, 2027, through approximately June 3, 2027 (up to 12 weeks)

Description:
Bensenville School District 2 is seeking a qualified Pre-K Dual Language Long-Term Substitute Teacher to provide high-quality instruction in a dual language early childhood classroom. This position will begin approximately February 24, 2027, and continue through the end of the school year.

The substitute teacher will be responsible for continuing the instructional program established for the classroom, supporting early learning and language development in both English and Spanish, and maintaining a safe, nurturing, structured, and inclusive learning environment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong instructional and classroom management skills, establish positive relationships with young children, and work collaboratively with the Pre-K team, dual language colleagues, support staff, and families to promote student growth and development.

Qualifications:

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) appropriate for the assignment

Bilingual Spanish language proficiency required

Early childhood education endorsement preferred

Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field preferred

Previous teaching or early childhood classroom experience preferred

Experience in a dual language or bilingual education setting preferred

Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills

Responsibilities:

Deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with early learning standards and established classroom plans

Support language development and learning in both English and Spanish in accordance with the District's dual language program model

Implement age-appropriate learning activities that support children's social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development

Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse developmental needs of young learners

Establish and maintain a safe, positive, nurturing, and structured classroom environment

Implement classroom routines, procedures, and expectations appropriate for Pre-K students

Support children's social-emotional development, positive peer interactions, and growing independence

Monitor student progress and document developmental and learning milestones as appropriate

Collaborate with the Pre-K team, dual language colleagues, support staff, and administration

Communicate appropriately and professionally with families and staff

Maintain accurate student records and complete required documentation

Participate in professional development, meetings, and school activities as appropriate

Support the District's educational philosophy, goals, and student achievement initiatives

Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Fluency in Spanish and English

Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish

Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team

Commitment to developmentally appropriate, student-centered instructional practices

Ability to build positive relationships with young children, families, and staff

Ability to maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging early childhood classroom environment

Ability to effectively support instruction within a dual language classroom

Physical Demands:

Ability to read and communicate effectively with employees and students of the District

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions provided in written, diagram, or oral form

Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel, or operate objects or controls, and reaching with hands and arms

Vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus

May be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 20 pounds

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Compensation:

$250 per day

This is a long-term substitute position beginning approximately February 24, 2027, and continuing for up to 12 weeks.
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