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Last Updated: Jul 07, 2026, 08:55 AM

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Students and alumni are invited to explore a variety of job openings and professional opportunities in the fields of education and training. This job board is designed to connect our community with schools, organizations, and institutions seeking talented educators and education professionals. Whether you are preparing to begin your career, searching for your first teaching position, or looking to advance within the field, you’ll find a range of postings to support your goals. Be sure to check back often, as new opportunities and updates are added regularly.

Deerfield Public Schools District 109 located in Deerfield, IL has openings for a variety of teaching and support staff positions including the following:

Be sure to look at the current openings as well.

For further information, please contact:
Cathy Kedjidjian, APR
Chief Communications Officer
(847) 945-1844 x7237
dps109.org

The Illinois Migrant Council is seeking a part-time/full-time Elementary Teacher for the 2025–2026 Migrant Education Program.

  • Pay: $34/hour
  • Location: Illinois Metro East Area

Requirements:

  • Valid Illinois teaching certificate
  • Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
  • Teaching experience preferred
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Responsibilities:

  • Provide home-based instruction, assess student progress, maintain records, communicate with families, and support student learning.

To Apply: Send your resume to: msarmiento@illinoismigrant.org

Ballard County Middle School located in Barlow, Kentucky, is seeking qualified candidates for a Science Teacher position. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team committed to student success and academic excellence.

For additional information or to apply, please contact:

Haley Overstreet, Principal
Ballard County Middle School
3565 Paducah Road
Barlow, KY 42024
Phone: 270-963-0694

The Franklin and Jefferson Counties Special Educaton District 801 is seeking a Special Educaton (LBS1) Teacher who is a positive leader for our students and support staff. The teacher will provide instructional programming based on individualized learning plans, behavioral interventions, and data on student progress.

Salary and Benefits

Commensurate with experience and education. $49,772-$75,522
15 sick days, and 3 personal days are allotted at the beginning of each school year.
$800 per month in insurance benefits

Apply by email or mail to:
Ali Nordin, Assistant Director of Special Education
anordin@fjsped.org Office: 618-439-7231

The Franklin and Jefferson Counties Special Educaton District 801 is seeking a Full-time position for a Paraprofessional/Aide

The pay starts at Step 1 on our salary schedule, at $22,451 a year (180 days) for the school year (August– May). Applicants with a Bachelor’s Degree or specialized training receive an increased starting wage. 15 sick days and 3 personal days are allotted at the beginning of each school year. $800 per month in insurance benefits. Many other benefits are available.

The paraprofessional positions require a high school diploma or GED, plus passing a background check. A paraprofessional license is also required, but we can help staff obtain that.

Apply by email or mail to:
Ali Nordin, Assistant Director of Special Education
anordin@fjsped.org
Franklin and Jefferson Counties Special Education District #801
P.O. Box 1027
Benton, IL 62812
Office: 618-439-7231

Scott County Central School District located in southeastern Missouri has a vacancy for a High School English teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The school is seeking a dedicated educator who is passionate about literature, writing, and building meaningful relationships with students.

Scott County Central is a small rural district serving approximately 110 students in grades 7-12. The smaller size allows teachers to truly know their students, make a significant impact on their academic growth, and become an important part of the school community.

Candidates may apply through Missouri's educator recruitment platforms, or contact the school directly for additional information regarding the position and the district.

Gary Mize
Principal
Scott County Central High School
20794 US HWY 61br
Sikeston, MO 63801
573.471.2001 (office)
573.471.2004 (fax)
gmize@scottcentral.k12.mo.us

Columbia High School located in Columbia, IL currently has openings for two math teachers.

Please access the following links for more information:

Brehm Preparatory School in Carbondale, Illinois is currently seeking to hire 2–3 LBS1-certified teachers for the upcoming school year, especially:

  • An English teacher who is passionate about literacy, decoding, comprehension, and writing instruction
  • A Math teacher who is comfortable teaching across levels, including Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, and Statistics, and supporting twice-exceptional learners
  • Someone who would be excited about electives, life skills, and a social studies class.

Brehm is a college-preparatory day and boarding school serving students in grades 6–12 with complex learning disabilities. Our program is highly individualized, with small class sizes and a strong emphasis on executive functioning, language-based instruction, and whole-student support.

What makes Brehm unique:

  • Average class size of under 5 students. Sometimes 1-2 based on need.
  • Highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team (education, residential, and clinical staff)
  • A deeply supportive environment where teachers build meaningful, long-term relationships with students
  • Strong staff retention (average tenure of 18 years)
  • ISBE-recognized and ISACS-accredited program

We are looking for educators who are flexible, creative, and genuinely passionate about working with neurodiverse learners.

For more information, please contact:
Jennifer R. Conwell
Director of Education
Brehm Preparatory School
Carbondale, Illinois
Ph: (618) 457-9138 Fax (618) 529-1248
http://www.brehm.org/

Chester CUSD #139 located in Chester, IL has the following job opportunities for SY 26-27:

  • Elementary Position 26-27
  • Special Education Teacher HS/GS
  • Spanish Teacher
  • Middle School Science Teacher
  • GS Assistant Principal/Dean of Students/Athletic Director
  • ESL Teacher High School
  • Social Worker - High School / Grade School
  • Speech Language Pathologist
  • Middle School Mathematics Teacher

If interested, please contact Kimberly Briggs, Superintendent, at kimberlybriggs@chester139.com

Hononegah Community High School is currently scheduling interviews for a World Language Spanish teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.

Hononegah Community High School in Rockton, IL, is a top-ranked public school (top 50 in Illinois) known for high academic achievement, with a ~90-94% graduation rate, a 17:1 student-teacher ratio, and strong AP/SAT/ACT performance.

For more information, please contact Elizabeth Eiss, World Language Department Chair: eeiss@hononegah.org or Jodi Dirkx, Human Resources: jdirkx@hononegah.org

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Meridian Community Unit School District #101 located in Mounds, IL has a variety of openings for professionals, paraprofessionals and support staff. Please see the resource page for more information.

Those interested should submit the following items to Rochelle Perkins, Executive Assistant: a resume, a letter of interest, a certification, transcripts, and three letters of reference.

Meridian Community Unit School District #101
1401 Mounds Road
Mounds, IL 62964
618-342-6776
618-342-6401 Fax
Dr. Lisa Thomas - Superintendent

Urbana Middle School located in Urbana, IL has three open Social Studies positions for the next school year.

For more information, please contact:
Levi Molenhour, M.S.Ed.
Social Studies Teacher
Department Chair
Urbana High School

Trinity Lutheran School located in Hoyleton, IL has an opening for a 3rd / 4th grade teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
  • Elementary Education Degree
  • LCMS member preferred
  • Loves teaching, learning and working with children
  • Wants to be an integral part of the Family of Trinity

If interested, send your resume to: schaff@trinityhoyleton.org

Golf School District 67 has an opening for a student-centered, collaborative, and enthusiastic science teacher to join their team at Golf Middle School located in Morton Grove. IL.

For more information, please contact:
David J. Norman, Ed.D.
Principal, Golf Middle School
dnorman@golf67.net
(847) 965-3740
www.golf67.net
9401 Waukegan Road
Morton Grove, IL 60053

Application link: https://www.applitrack.com/golf67/onlineapp/default.aspx?AppliTrackJobID=1407&ref=

Rochelle Township High School located in Rochelle, IL has the following openings for 2026-2027 school year:

For more information, please contact:
Dr. Christopher R. Lewis
Principal, Rochelle Township High School
815-562-4161 | clewis@rthsd212.org
www.rochelleschools.org/o/rths
1401 Flagg Road Rochelle, IL 61068

Summersville SD 79 located in Mt. Vernon, IL has an opening for a special education teacher with a start date for the 26-27 school year.

Please see the resource page for more information.

Dr. Kimberly Matthews, Superintendent
Summersville School District 79
1118 East Fairfield Road
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
kmatthews@sgs79.org

Meridian Community Unit School District #101 located in Mounds, IL has a variety of openings for professionals, paraprofessionals and support staff. Please see the resource page for more information.

Those interested should submit the following items to Rochelle Perkins, Executive Assistant: a resume, a letter of interest, a certification, transcripts, and three letters of reference.

Meridian Community Unit School District #101
1401 Mounds Road
Mounds, IL 62964
618-342-6776
618-342-6401 Fax
Dr. Lisa Thomas - Superintendent

Morrison High School located in Morrison IL is seeking a December 2025 graduate in science education. Currently, there are two full-time science education openings beginning in January:

• Biology and Chemistry
• Anatomy and Physics

Interested candidates may apply online at: https://www.applitrack.com/roe47/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true

The Franklin & Jefferson Counties Special Education District 801 has an opening for a Special Education Teacher (LBS1) in Franklin County, IL.

To apply, please contact:
Ali Nordin, Assistant Director, anordin@fjsped.org
Franklin & Jefferson Counties Special Education 801
PO Box 1027
Benton, IL 62812

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Williamsville High School CUSD #15 located in Williamsville, IL has an opening for a Business Education teacher beginning August 2026. The successful candidate will teach the following courses: Resource Management (Consumer Education), Accounting I and II, Marketing, Microsoft Office, and Computer Science (utilizing CodeHS).

If interested, please contact Mr. Derek Smith, WHS Principal, at smithd@wcusd15.org.

Williamsville High School
900 S Walnut St
Williamsville, IL 62693
Phone: 217-566-3361, Fax: 217-566-3792

Webber High School located in Bluford, IL has an opening for a high school science teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. However, for the right candidate, we would be willing to make an early hire starting as soon as December 2025.

For more information, please contact:

Jenny Allen
Principal
Webber High School
901 6th St
Bluford, IL 62814
Phone: 618-732-6121

Bluford Unit School District 318 Employment / Job Application

Benton Consolidated High School, District 103 located in Benton, IL, has an opening for a Math/Science teacher. The position will start at the end of the fall semester and last for the remainder of the school year. For further information, Interested and qualified applicants may contact:

Heather Mitchell
Curriculum & Technology Director
21st Century Project Director
Student Council Advisor
511 East Main
Benton, IL 62812
(618) 439-3103 ext. 113
www.bentonhighschool.org

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is actively seeking talented and passionate arts educators to join their district for the 2026–2027 school year and currently have arts education vacancies for Music, Dance, Theatre, and Visual Arts across Pre-K through 12th grade.

CPS is specifically seeking individuals with a valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) in any of the arts disciplines—Visual Arts, Music, Dance, Theatre, or Media Arts.

To apply:

  1. Complete this interest form: https://www.teach.cps.edu/licensed-teacher
  2. Connect directly with our Recruitment Specialist, @Jessica Butler at JButler74@cps.edu

Jonesboro Elementary School District 43 located in Jonesboro, IL has one K-8 full-time position open for either a music or art teacher. Interested applicants may contact Tammy Smith, Principal, at tsmith@jonesboro43.com or call 618-833-5148.

The Fort Zumwalt School District located in O'Fallon, MO is looking for candidates for ELL/TESOL, Tech Education, and Special Education. Candidates are welcome to email Jenny Meers, Coordinator of Recruitment and Retention, at jmeers@fz.k12.mo.us for more information. Job openings may also be found on the Fort Zumwalt School District website.

Field Community Consolidated School District #3 located in Texico, IL has several administrative and faculty openings available, which include the following:

      • Dean of Students
      • Junior High Special Education Teacher
      • Transportation Director
      • Two Paraprofessionals
      • Extra Curricular Positions

Please see their Facebook page for more information.

The Mount Vernon Township High School District 201 has the following teaching vacancies:

Junior High Science Teacher - Full Time. Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel School, Herrin, Illinois 62948

Junior High Spanish Teacher - Full Time. Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel School, Herrin, Illinois 62948

TEFL Iberia is an English teacher training school based in Barcelona and offers monthly TEFL courses for English speakers who are looking to teach English and travel. Visit their website at https://tefl-iberia.com/ to learn more.