Elementary Teachers (K-5)
Hidaya Academy views education as encompassing the “whole child,” meaning the spiritual, social-emotional, academic and physical needs of a student. We aim to be a professional, sustainable Islamic school, infused with research-driven teachings that will weave into developing students’ mindsets on how Islam shapes their identity and the world in which we live.
Open Positions
We are hiring elementary classroom teachers for the 2027-28 school year, starting in August 2027. We especially welcome candidates with grade-level flexibility.
Employment type: Full time.
Job Summary
Under the general direction of the School Principal, teachers will provide educational experiences for the “whole child,” including subject matter and skills that facilitate a child’s growth into a mature and capable adult. Teachers will prepare and execute full teaching plans according to the school’s requirements. Teachers will adhere to the staff code of conduct and act as excellent role models for students. Teachers must respect the beliefs and practices of Ahl-us-Sunnah taught at Hidaya Academy.
Essential Functions
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily:
- Meets and instructs assigned classes, and fulfills supervision and other assigned duties, at the times and locations designated.
- Prepares for classes and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.
- Follows the assigned curriculum and the school’s philosophy of education, uses a variety of instructional techniques to meet students’ individual needs, and clearly communicates learning objectives.
- Keeps an organized classroom that supports learning, with agendas, learning goals, behavioral expectations and student work on display.
- Sets reasonable classroom rules, maintains order in a fair and just manner, and helps the administration implement school policies on student conduct.
- Assesses students regularly, adjusts instruction based on their progress, shares information and recommendations with the school team, and keeps accurate records as required by law and school policy.
- Responds to parents promptly and positively, provides progress reports, contacts parents when a student is at risk of not meeting significant goals, and is available to students and parents outside the instructional day when reasonably requested.
- Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
- Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.
- Attends staff meetings and in-service activities, serves on staff committees as required, and works to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Maintains professional relationships with students and faculty, follows the ethics of the teaching profession and promotes the welfare of students at all times.
Some teachers may also serve as team leaders and building curriculum coordinators.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
While performing the duties of the job, the employee must frequently move, stand, and lift up to 10 pounds, be able to walk up and down steps several times each day, and respond quickly physically in the event of an emergency. The job also requires staying attentive and making sound decisions throughout the day, managing many tasks and interruptions at once, and remaining calm and professional in stressful situations.
Required and Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required. Preferred degrees in Education, Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education.
- Two years of experience teaching or working with children in a school setting (required; experience in Islamic schools preferred)
- Experience with rigorous ELA curricula such as "Wit and Wisdom" (preferred)
- Valid teaching license or certification (such as the Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL), or equivalent) highly preferred
- Bilingual or dual-language skills (preferred)
Reporting Relationship
This position reports directly to the School Principal and works under the overall direction and supervision of the school administration.
How to Apply
In your application, please tell us:
- Which grade levels you have taught
- Which grade levels you would most like to teach
Hiring Decision Timeline
We review applications as they arrive. All final decisions for the 2027-28 school year will be made by April 30, 2027.
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