Employment Opportunities
Bement Elementary School - First Grade Teacher (26-27 School Year)
Bement CUSD 5 is seeking a dedicated and passionate Elementary Teacher for First Grade to join our team.
Duties:
● Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with Illinois Learning Standards.
● Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports student learning and growth.
● Use a variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs, including differentiated instruction and technology integration.
● Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, and parents to support student success.
● Participate in professional development and school-wide initiatives.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or higher. Valid Illinois Professional Educator License and endorsements for this position.
Salary/Benefit: The estimated starting salary for a candidate with a Bachelor’s Degree is $41,768.57. The employee’s Teachers’ Retirement System (TRS) contribution of $4,093.32 is paid by the district. The district currently contributes $815.00 per month toward individual employee health insurance and provides dental insurance, vision insurance, and a $10,000 life insurance policy.
To Apply:
1. Complete the application on the IASA Job Bank, include a letter of interest, resume, two letters of reference, copy of Professional Educator License, and copy of transcripts.
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2. Mail or Email a complete application found here, letter of interest, resume, two letters of reference, copy of Professional Educator License, and copy of transcripts by March 6, 2026 to:
Mrs. Christy Sweet, Principal
201 S. Champaign St.
Bement, IL 61813
csweet@bement.k12.il.us
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Applications:
COACHING OPPORTUNITIES
To apply: Submit resume and letter of interest to:
Brandon Willard, Principal, 300 # Durfee St, PO Box 79, Cerro Gordo, IL 61818
Email: bwillard@cgbroncos.org
Substitute Teacher and Teacher Assistant Openings
Immediate openings for substitute teachers and substitute teacher assistants.
Follow the links below for more information about short term substitute licensing and substitute licensing.
https://www.roe39.org/page/sts-short-term-substitutes
https://www.maconpiattroe.org/page/how-to-become-a-substitute-teacher
The daily rate of pay is $115, with the opportunity to earn more if the substitute works more than 10 consecutive days in the same position.