Foreign Language Teacher Jobs in Aurora, IL

A Foreign Language Teacher in secondary education is responsible for teaching students a new language, as well as educating them about the culture, history, and traditions associated with that language. Their duties include developing lesson plans, instructing students in grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure, and providing instruction on listening, speaking, reading, and writing in the foreign language. The teacher may also organize cultural activities and events to enhance students' understanding and appreciation of the language they are studying.

Important skills for a Foreign Language Teacher include excellent communication and instructional skills, patience, cultural sensitivity, and creativity in teaching methods. They must have a strong command of the language they're teaching, both written and spoken. Certification typically involves a Bachelor's degree in teaching or a relevant field and a state teaching certification, with additional certification or endorsement in teaching the specific foreign language. Prior to becoming a Foreign Language Teacher, an individual might have roles such as a Language Tutor, Teacher's Assistant, or an ESL (English as a Second Language) Instructor.

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Middle School Spanish Teacher (Part Time) (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Naperville, IL (6 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Naperville, IL (6 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

Develop lesson plans and goals that meet District expectations....

Middle School Spanish Teacher (Part Time) (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

Develop lesson plans and goals that meet District expectations....

Spanish Teacher

  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ World & Classical Languages Date Posted: 3/11/2025 Location: 3 - High School Naperville North Date Available: 08/11/2025 District:   Naperville Community...

World Language Spanish Teacher - South (part-time 0.6 FTE)

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (11 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (11 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Prepares detailed daily lesson plans and provides a variety of learning activities consistent with teaching to the established curriculum objectives, and has such plans available upon request of immediate...

World Language German Teacher - West (part time 0.2 FTE)

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (11 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (11 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Prepares detailed daily lesson plans and provides a variety of learning activities consistent with teaching to the established curriculum objectives, and has such plans available upon request of immediate...

World Language Spanish Teacher - South (part-time 0.6 FTE)

  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Prepares detailed daily lesson plans and provides a variety of learning activities consistent with teaching to the established curriculum objectives, and has such plans available upon request of immediate...

World Language German Teacher - West (part time 0.2 FTE)

  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Prepares detailed daily lesson plans and provides a variety of learning activities consistent with teaching to the established curriculum objectives, and has such plans available upon request of immediate...

High School French Teacher

  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 11 days ago

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT(S): Current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with the following endorsements: Foreign Language - French Senior High School...

World Language Spanish Teacher - West (part time 0.4 FTE)

  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Prepares detailed daily lesson plans and provides a variety of learning activities consistent with teaching to the established curriculum objectives, and has such plans available upon request of immediate...

High School Spanish Teacher

  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 11 days ago

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT(S): Current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with the following endorsements: Foreign Language - Spanish Senior High School...

Long-Term Substitute Spanish Teacher

  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 29 days ago

preferred ESL, a plus Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Not all Inclusive) Instruct students based on subject- or level- specific curriculum; grade assignments and maintain attendance Supplement lesson...

Spanish Teacher

  • Aurora, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Language - Spanish Date Posted: 1/16/2025 Location: East Aurora High School Date Available: 8/25 District: Aurora East SD 131 For more information on this position, please read the full description...

Dual 2nd Grade Spanish Teacher

  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

instruction, as needed, for multiple learning styles and ability levels Experience with a wide range of teaching, classroom management, and assessment strategies and the ability to apply these in the...

Dual 2nd Grade Spanish Teacher

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (11 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (11 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

instruction, as needed, for multiple learning styles and ability levels Experience with a wide range of teaching, classroom management, and assessment strategies and the ability to apply these in the...

Anticipated World Language (Spanish) Teacher for 2025/2026 School year

  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (8 miles from Aurora, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Position Type: High School Teaching/ Foreign Language - Spanish Date Posted: 1/16/2025 Location: Warren Township High School Date Available: 08/11/2025 District:   Warren Township High School District...

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Salary for Foreign Language Teacher Jobs in Aurora, IL

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Highest Education Level

Foreign Language Teachers in Aurora, IL offer the following education background
Master's Degree
43.6%
Bachelor's Degree
32.4%
Doctorate Degree
11.3%
High School or GED
5.9%
Associate's Degree
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.5%
Some High School
0.7%
Some College
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Foreign Language Teachers in Aurora, IL
Less than 1 year
34.2%
1-2 years
26.3%
None
18.7%
2-4 years
12.7%
6-8 years
5.1%
10+ years
3.0%


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