7-8th Grade Special Education Teacher

Duties

• Provides learning experiences and teaches the course of study prescribed by the district approved

curriculum.

• Develops and uses contemporary instructional materials suitable for verbal and/or visual

instruction of students with wide range of mental, physical and emotional maturity.

• Provides individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and motivate

students.

• Establishes and maintains standards of student control required to achieve effective participation

in all activities.

• Evaluates academic and social growth of students and keeps appropriate records.
• Provides appropriate instruction and activities for students to meet school/district policies, goals

and objectives.

• Communicates with parents through a variety of means.
• Holds parent conferences to discuss the individual student's progress and interpret the school

program.

• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and

helping students solve health, attitude and learning problems.

• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays such as

bulletin boards, interest centers, etc.

• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district

and/or professional growth activities and university courses.

• Selects and requisitions instructional materials; maintains inventory records.
• Cooperates in school-wide supervision of students during out-of-classroom activities
• Participates in faculty and/or district committees and/or the sponsorship of student activities as

appropriate.

• Maintains cooperative working relationships within the workplace.
• Observes and performs in accordance with policies of the district and by all applicable laws and

regulations.

• Is punctual for work, classes, and meetings.
• Supervises and assists students during arrival, dismissal, and lunch.
• Other duties in the scope of this position.

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty

satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Initial passage of a physical is required. Reasonable accommodations may be

made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Credential - Valid Illinois license and endorsement authorizing service in grade levels and areas

assigned.

Education - Bachelor's degree including all courses to meet credential requirements.

Experience - Student teaching, Internship, or full-time teaching experience.

Salary/Benefits

• Starting salary $44,529 with $4,404 TRS Contribution, per current Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Employee's dental, vision, and life insurance paid by the district
• $825/month paid toward health insurance

How to Apply

Go to:

Submit the "Teacher and ESP Online Job Application" and email a cover letter and resume to ...

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

School District

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

3/24/2026

Start Date

8/17/2026