Human Geography Teacher upon student enrollment

Position

Human Geography Teacher; up to 2 positions available (based upon student enrollment)

Position Type

Summer School Teacher, High School

Date Posted

2/19/2026

Location

High School Summer School (Centennial High School)

Our Mission

Positively transforming learning and life outcomes for students through educational justice, equity, and excellence.

Qualifications

Valid Illinois High School Professional Educator License with High School Social Studies Endorsement

Final Date to Receive Applications

This position will remain posted until the hiring process is complete; however, interviews may be conducted after February 23, 2026. Interested applicants should submit their materials ASAP to ensure consideration.

Schedule

• First session runs Monday-Thursday, June 2, 2026 - June 22, 2026.
• Second session runs Monday-Thursday, June 23, 2026 - July 13, 2026.
• Student contact hours: 8:00 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
• Staff duty hours: 7:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (paid)
• Staff meeting: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., each session (June 2, 2026 & June 23, 2026).
• Teachers teaching both sessions attend the 1-hour staff meeting on June 1, 2026.
• Professional learning: Monday, June 1, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (paid)
• Paid prep time (3 hours) at the beginning of each session, and 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. for grading/finalizing on the final day of each session (June 22, 2026 & July 13, 2026).

Important Notes

Classes will only run if enrollment requirements are met, regardless of whether a position has been offered. These dates and times may vary for behind-the-wheel and ESY programs.

Compensation

Hourly pay rate: $40.00 per hour.

Contact Information

Please contact Liza Thomas (thomasli), Jeanna Outer bridge (outerbje) or Abby Emroski (emroskial) with questions about this position.

More About Our Community

Champaign Unit 4 Schools serves over 10,000 PreK-Young Adult students in 18 facilities, including twelve elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, one early childhood facility, and the Novak Academy. Located conveniently near Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis, Champaign residents enjoy the entertainment and intellectual activity of a large city, without the higher costs of living and lengthy commute times often associated with busy city/suburban life. The University of Illinois provides the excitement of Big 10 sporting events, a thriving business environment, and world-class entertainment at State Farm Center and the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Champaign is characterized by a thriving downtown and campus town, shopping centers and boutiques, award-winning restaurants, neighborhood parks, live music venues, and summer festivals. We also share many museums, galleries, and theatres with the adjacent city of Urbana.

Want to Learn More?

If you want to learn more about this position or other career opportunities in Champaign Unit 4 Schools, please contact our Assistant Director of Human Resources & Employee Engagement, Ms. Nancy Whitehouse, ase include your résumé. #J-18808-Ljbffr