*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 Social Studies -- Bilingual)* to support a school in *Cook County, Illinois* for the *2026-2027 school year*. Position Details * *Start Date:* ASAP * *End Date:* *May 28, 2027* * *Location:* *Cook County, Illinois (On-site)* * *Schedule:* *7:30 AM - 4:00 PM* * *Hours/Week:* *35-40 hours per week* * *Grade Level:* High School * *School Year:* *2026-2027* Qualifications * *Valid Illinois teaching license* with *ESL and/or Bilingual endorsement* (as required for grades 9-12) * Ability to meet all *state and district compliance requirements* for the role * Experience in a school setting and/or supporting English language learners preferred * Strong* *communication, documentation, and collaboration skills * Commitment to supporting student success through inclusive, student-centered instruction Responsibilities * Deliver engaging *high school social studies instruction* using *bilingual/ESL strategies* to support language development and content mastery * Develop and implement lesson plans aligned to curriculum standards, including differentiation for multilingual learners * Monitor, assess, and document student progress; adjust instruction to meet individual needs * Foster an inclusive classroom environment that supports cultural awareness, language growth, and academic achievement * Collaborate with teachers, families, and school support teams to reinforce learning and best practices 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 bilingual learners 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.