High School Special Education Teacher (Grades 1012)

High School Special Education Teacher (Grades 10–12) 

A supportive and innovative school district is seeking a qualified Special Education Teacher to serve high school students in grades 10–12. This full-time opportunity offers the chance to work in a unique alternative program designed to help students with learning disabilities and autism spectrum disorder achieve graduation success. The district is actively reviewing applications and interviewing qualified candidates for immediate consideration. 

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for assigned students.
• Provide specialized instruction in co-teaching, resource, and self-contained classroom settings.
• Deliver individualized and small-group academic support to students with mild to moderate disabilities.
• Monitor student progress and maintain compliance with federal and state special education regulations.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, administrators, related service providers, and families.
• Participate in IEP meetings, multidisciplinary team meetings, and parent conferences.
• Implement accommodations, modifications, and evidence-based instructional strategies.
• Support students as they work toward graduation and post-secondary readiness goals.

Experience:

• High school special education experience working with students ages 16 and older is required.
• Experience writing and implementing IEPs is required.
• Experience supporting students with learning disabilities and ASD preferred.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills preferred.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Special Education or a related field required.
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) required.
• LBS1 Endorsement required.

Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract 

Work Hours:

• Monday–Friday
• 8:30 AM – 3:45 PM or 8:45 AM – 4:00 PM
• Students attend a half-day schedule on Wednesdays, providing additional planning and collaboration time

Hours Per Week: 37.25 

Start Date: ASAP 

End Date: June 11, 2027

Compensation: $38-$45 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. 

To learn more about this High School Special Education Teacher opportunity, please submit an application and current resume for consideration. We look forward to connecting with dedicated educators who are passionate about helping students achieve academic success and reach graduation milestones.