Special Education Teacher - Jr​/Middle School

Position: Special Education Teacher - Jr. High/Middle School
Duties

Working with a variety of students in a resource or self-contained setting. Depending on the candidate's experience and caseload numbers for the  school year.

Qualifications

* Current and valid Illinois Professional Educator License with correct special education certification;

* Ability to tailor lessons to accommodate diverse learning needs and abilities, ensuring all students have opportunities to learn;

* Foundational knowledge of Google Classroom applications and the ability to incorporate technology as a means of enhancing instruction. ;

* Individual must be flexible, creative and student centered;

Ability to assess the learning of students and modify or enhance instruction as needed;

Able to work with a diverse student population and establish open and regular communication with parents and guardians.

* Willing to advocate for students on caseload

* Implement a variety of strategies and accommodations

* Organized, prompt, detailed

* Experience writing strong IEPs

Salary/Benefits

* Starting salary of $43,395 with B.A. and no experience or steps on the salary schedule; (Please click the link to view the current salary schedule (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-do

* Salary is commensurate with education and experience;

* Full TRS paid by the Board of Education;

* Qualified candidates may be granted up to fifteen years of verified full-time teaching experience for credit on the salary schedule;

* We offer a mentoring program for teachers who are new to the District;

* The District offers a competitive benefits package, which includes health (Cigna), dental (Lincoln), vision (Lincoln) and life insurance plans.

Additional Notes

Working Conditions:

* 180 days per year - August through May/June

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Mental Demands: frequently changes priorities quickly; ability to manage stress with multiple

interruptions and distractions; analyzing; organizing; evaluating; planning; ability to redefine and

clarify instructions; frequent presenting

Physical Demands: ability to operate standard office equipment, keyboards, and

subject-specific equipment; combination of sedentary and non-sedentary duties; manual

dexterity including fine manipulation for writing and typing; prolonged periods sitting at a desk

and working on a computer or standing to teach; close visual acuity; frequent walking;

occasional bending, bending, stooping, and standing; occasionally lifting and carrying 5-15

pounds; ability to read and write; ability to speak and understand the English language

Environmental Conditions:

primarily indoor work in an educational setting; minimal exposure

to weather conditions; working primarily independently; occasional field trips; occasional evening events

How to Apply

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled. Interested parties should send a letter of interest, resume, and credentials including references and letters of recommendation to:
Mr. Kelly Bohnenstiehl, Superintendent kbohnenstiehl

Email Address

kbohnenstiehl

School District

www.signalhill
181.org

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

3/24/2026

Start Date

8/10/2026