*Onward Education* is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that connects educators, therapists, and school health professionals with top opportunities in schools statewide. We're currently seeking a *full-time, in-person ESL Teacher (High School Math)* to support a school in *Cook County, Illinois* for the *2026-2027 school year*. Position Details * *Start Date:* ASAP * *End Date:* 05/28/2027 * *Location:* Cook County, Illinois * *Schedule:* On-site, *35 hours per week* * *School Year:* 2026-2027 Qualifications * *Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)* for *grades 9-12* * *ESL (English as a Second Language) endorsement* (grades 9-12) * *High School Math endorsement* (grades 9-12) * Experience supporting students in inclusive or specialized classroom settings * Ability to collaborate effectively with general education teachers and support staff * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive learning environment Responsibilities * Deliver engaging instruction supporting English learners, with emphasis on *math content* * Develop and implement lessons aligned to instructional goals and student language needs * Collaborate with general education staff and support teams to design inclusive instruction * Monitor and document student progress, adjusting strategies as necessary * Maintain classroom structure and support positive student behavior * Communicate regularly with families and school teams regarding student progress and needs What We Offer * Competitive pay and benefits package * Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options * Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly * Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement * Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals * Opportunities for professional growth and development Why Apply? If you're passionate about supporting high school students and enjoy working in a collaborative, team-oriented school environment, this role offers meaningful impact in a supportive setting. *Ready to join us? Apply today -- we can't wait to hear from you!* Employer Details: * * Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO. * * In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. * * Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees. * * Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments. * * Onward Search is a drug-free workplace. * * Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.