CARES Emotional Disturbance; ED Teacher Control Code

CARES Emotional Disturbance (ED) Teacher - $4,000 HIRING INCENTIVE (Control Code: 19508)

Position may qualify for a $4,000 hiring incentive! For additional information, please inquire through Human Resources.

• Position Type:
  Special Education / Emotional Disturbance (ED) Teacher
• Date Posted: 5/5/2026
• Location:
  
  Wood View Elementary School
• Date Available:
  
  08/10/2026

The Valley View Public School District is seeking an individual to fill a full-time Emotional Disturbance (ED) teaching position for the  school year.

The teacher is responsible for planning and delivering instructional lessons that meet the needs of learners with moderate to severe behavior and emotional disabilities; creating a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; and employing effective instructional techniques. Additional duties may be assigned from time to time in accordance with Board policies and requirements.

• Design high-content, engaging work for students.
• Plan and instruct students on District and State Standards aligned curriculum, using integrated or direct service approaches as appropriate based on individual student needs.
• Accommodate, modify, and adapt lessons and curriculum as needed to meet individual student needs and IEP Goals.
• Support the facilitation of IEP meetings and the development of IEPs.
• Establish a safe, positive classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the developmental levels and interests of the students.
• Plan collaboratively with staff to develop specially designed instruction, utilizing different co‑teaching models for delivery as appropriate to student needs.
• Modify, adapt, and conduct formal and informal assessments to evaluate student progress. Administer standardized and informal assessments as directed, and adapt tests, environment, or equipment to meet individual student needs.
• Monitor and review student progress via assessment data, maintain records of student work, and develop intervention strategies to ensure student success and growth.
• Set and communicate clear expectations for classroom behavior and school environment by applying positive reinforcement and/or behavior modification techniques as needed, and assist in the development and implementation of student behavior intervention plans.
• Communicate verbally and in writing regularly with parents, other educators, and students on progress.
• Meet regularly with other teachers, paraprofessionals, and specialists to discuss individual student modifications or adaptations, ongoing learning issues, interventions or areas of concern.
• Attend and actively participate in building and District Teams to facilitate early involvement and resolution of academic or behavior concerns.
• Collaborate with other staff in planning, modifying, enhancing, and implementing curriculum, school and District goals and objectives.
• Enforce and support District and School policies, philosophies, and objectives with students and parents.
• Participate in staff development and school improvement activities to maintain professional growth. Plan and implement best practices and strategies.
• Participate in events outside of the regularly scheduled work day.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Current Illinois (PEL) Professional Educator Licensure with a Special Education endorsement
• Expertise in behavior management strategies, Aggression Replacement Techniques, and CPI
• Ability to write and implement Individual Educational Plans (IEPs)
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work cooperatively with others
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage through BCBSIL
• FSA and dependent daycare accounts
• Life, AD&D, and long‑term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Salary advancement
• TRS contribution included in base salary
• 403(b) plan

Salary is in accordance with the teacher salary schedule. The District offers benefits such as health, dental, and life insurance.

Applicants should apply online d.org and upload a letter of application with a resume and three current letters of recommendation, dated within the last twelve months.

The deadline for receiving applications is until filled. Interviews with selected applicants will be held as soon as practicable.