Long Term Sub - Special Education LBS for Elementary

LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE TEACHER: SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER [3RD - 5TH GRADE]

Last Reviewed June 9, 2026

We are excited to welcome a new staff member to Avoca West Elementary School beginning in mid-August 2026 through the end of October 2026 to support our 3rd and 4th grade students in Special Education. The Special Education Teacher will provide both direct and collaborative support to students with various special education eligibilities and needs. The teacher will work with a highly skilled team of both general education and special education peers.

• Serve as the primary case manager and educational advocate for students, ensuring their rights and needs are met.
• Complete all required special education documentation (IEPs, progress reports, evaluations) in compliance with federal, state, and district guidelines.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of the IEP, collaborating with general education teachers, related service providers, parents, and administrators.
• Lead and facilitate all mandated special education meetings (initial, annual, re-evaluation), and timely communicate outcomes to the team.
• Ensure accurate and timely monitoring of student progress toward IEP goals, reporting progress to parents/guardians at specified intervals.
• Collaborate with the IEP team to conduct necessary assessments (e.g., FBAs) and develop appropriate plans (e.g., BIPs) for behavioral needs.
• Maintain classroom discipline according to school policies, promoting respectful behavior and responsible work habits.
• Demonstrate knowledge of federal and state special education laws (e.g., IDEA).
• Ability to monitor and interpret academic and behavioral data for instructional decision-making.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication (written/verbal) skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with all stakeholders: students, parents, administrators, general education teachers, and related service personnel.

• Engage students interactively, manage the classroom positively, and differentiate instruction for diverse needs. Strong skills in lesson planning, curriculum development, and using formative/summative assessments.
• Provide specialized, differentiated instruction across various service models (inclusion, resource, self-contained) per student IEPs.
• Systematically monitor and evaluate progress toward IEP goals and general benchmarks. Collect, analyze, and interpret academic, behavioral (including BIP), and functional data to inform instruction and programming.
• Continuously assess instructional strategies, interventions, and accommodations; adjust programming to maximize student growth.
• Collaborate with administration/departments to select appropriate, evidence-based curricula and supplemental interventions.

• Excellent verbal/written communication, fostering strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Culturally competent, patient, and adaptable to diverse learners.
• Provide constructive feedback to students.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among all stakeholders (parents, staff, providers, administrators).
• Work with staff to consistently implement all aspects of the student's IEP (accommodations, modifications, services).
• Coordinate/supervise Instructional Assistants (IAs) supporting caseload students.
• Consult general education teachers on instructional strategies, behavior management, and legal compliance.
• Actively participate in required team meetings (grade-level, PLC, IEP) and proactively problem-solve academic, behavioral, and social-emotional concerns.
• Maintain clear communication with administration/staff regarding potential crises, needed IEP adjustments, or urgent student concerns.

• Familiarity with educational technology and digital tools for learning
• Ability to integrate multimedia resources (videos, online games, apps) into lessons
• Proficiency in using learning management systems (Google Classroom, Canvas, etc.)

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Collaboration skills to work with other teachers and school staff
• Commitment to professional growth and continuing education

• Prolonged periods of physical activity including:
  Standing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and walking
• Seeing; looking at a computer screen/reading data
• Fine finger dexterity
• Regularly working at assigned site(s)
• Some lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 15 lbs.

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License
• Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBS I) endorsement or equivalent

• Competitive salary commensurate with degree and experience

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities,…