Autism Teacher

Position: Autism Teacher- $3,500 HIRING INCENTIVE
Duties

Position may qualify for a $3,500 hiring incentive! For additional information, please inquire through Human Resources.

VACANCY:
The Valley View Public School District is seeking an individual to fill a full-time Autism teaching position for the  school year.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Autism teacher is responsible for planning and delivering instructional lessons that meet the needs of autistic students, creating a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; and employing effective instructional techniques. Additional duties as may from time to time be assigned in accordance with provisions of the Board's policies and requirements.

Qualifications

* Current Illinois (PEL) Professional Education License Teaching

* Current endorsement LBS1 Certificate.

* Knowledge and experience with autistic learners

* Satisfactory special education teaching experience

* Expertise in Behavior Management strategies

* Ability to write and implement Individual Educational Plans (IEP's)

* Excellent communication skills with students, teachers and parents

* Ability to work cooperatively with others

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* 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 in the facilitation of IEP meeting as well as development of the IEP.

* Establish a safe, positive classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the developmental levels and interests of their students.

* Plan collaboratively with staff to develop specially designed instruction, utilizing different co-teaching models for delivery as appropriate to student needs.

* Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the developmental levels and interests of their students.

* Modify, adapt and conduct formal and informal assessments to evaluate student progress. Administer standardized and informal assessments as directed, modify 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. 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 and work collaboratively with other Teachers, Parapros and specialists to discuss individual student's 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 implement ion 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 in order 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

Salary/Benefits

PAY SCALE AND BENEFIT DISCLOSURE:

Salary is in accordance with the teacher salary schedule.

Benefits:

* 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

* 403B

How to Apply

Applicants should apply on line d.org and upload a letter of application with a resume and three (3) current letters of recommendation, dated within the last twelve (12) months.

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

School District

https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org

Position Website

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

Illinois Report Card

Job Posting Date

7/17/2025

Start Date

7/17/2025