Special Education Teacher SDEP; Social Developmental and Education Program; Grades 9-12
Job in
Highland, Madison County, Illinois, 62249, USA
Listed on 2026-06-12
Listing for:
Illinois Association Of School
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-12
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, School Counselor -
Healthcare
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Duties
Description:
Full-time Special Education Teacher for Highland High School SDEP (Social Development and Education Program)
Job Summary:
Applicants must be willing to:
* Learn and implement a comprehensive system (including a Point system and a therapeutic component) for student's behavior and functioning.
* Be trained in the structure of the SDEP program and ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) by the district's Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
* Upload student data on a regular basis to the BCBA.
* Consult with Director of Special Services, Principal, and BCBA on a regular basis to maintain programming integrity and functionality.
* Individualize lessons and deliver instruction to students with a variety of academic and behavioral needs.
* Demonstrate strong classroom management, including the use of trauma-informed practices.
* Demonstrate excellent communication (written and verbal) and organizational skills.
* Demonstrate high expectation for behavior and learning.
* Receive training and be prepared to use CPI restraint when necessary.
* Learn and use on-line IEP software and write IEPs according to district guidelines.
* Manage and work collaboratively with paraprofessionals (program assistants).
* Cooperate with teachers to support a collaborative school culture.
* Extra curricular/coaching opportunities may be available.
Qualifications
Must meet requirements for reimbursement as an LBS I Endorsed Teacher.
Salary/Benefits
Benefits Package for full-time employees - Health Insurance with Cigna, Vision Insurance with Eye Med, Dental with The Principal.
2026 Insurance Rate Sheet
HRA Summary Letter
Salary:
Based on HEA contract.
Additional Notes
Illinois School Report Card
How to Apply
Thank you for your interest in employment with the Highland Community School District. We are using an online application process for all of our employment opportunities. Please use the link below to complete your online application.
Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please send an email to Shellie Donoho at sdonoho, Caleb Houchins, Principal, at chouchins, or Mandy Robbins, incoming Special Services Director, appreciate your interest and look forward to assisting you with the application process.
Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page
Email Address
sdonoho
School District
.highlandcusd
5.org/o/highland-high-school
Position Website
City Website
https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./
ILearn Link
ILearn
Report Card Link
District Report Card
Job Posting Date
6/8/2026
Final date to receive applications
6/30/2026
Start Date
8/10/2026
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