Special Education Teacher (Long Term Sub

Special Education Teacher (Long Term Sub)

• Position Type:
  Special Education/Student Services/ Special Education (LBSI)
• Date Posted: 7/31/2026
• Location:
  
  Cowlishaw Elementary School
• Date Available:
  
  08/12/2026

Description:

Perform functions to instruct students on established curriculum ensuring each individual's goals is contained within the individual education plan and/or other targeted interventions, are met. Ensure students are provided with the knowledge, proficiencies and experiences necessary to become successful contributing citizens in an ever-changing world. This is a long term sub position. Position start date:
August 2026.

Job Summary:

• 1.Plan and instruct students on District and state approved curriculum in classroom, in integrated or direct service approaches as appropriate based on student needs.
• 2.Modify and adapt lessons and curriculum as needed to meet individual student's needs and IEP goals.
• 3.Modify, adapt and/or conduct assessments to evaluate progress. Implement standardized assessments as directed, modify and adapt tests, environment or equipment to meet individual student's needs.
• 4.Through team meetings and IEP conferences, review student progress via assessments, maintain records of student work, and develop intervention strategies to ensure student success and growth.
• 5.Meet regularly with teachers, teacher assistants and specialists to discuss individual student's modifications or adaptations, ongoing learning issues, interventions or problems. Work collaboratively to ensure individual student's needs are met.
• 6.Actively participate on problem solving and intervention teams to facilitate early involvement and resolution to learning or behavioral problems.
• 7.Complete required documentation of student progress and data necessary for IEP reports, goals and evaluations.
• 8.Communicate both verbally and in writing with parents and students on progress.
• 9.Establish a safe atmosphere conducive to a positive learning environment. Act as role model on appropriate behaviors ensuring social and emotional development is progressing normally.
• 10.Assign work, instructions or lessons to teacher assistants. Assess work, modify and provide regular feedback.
• 11.Actively participate on various building and District teams or committees. Provide feedback and act as liaison to other building staff.
• 12.Enforce and support school policies, philosophies and objectives with students and parents.
• 13.Collaborate with other staff in planning, modifying, enhancing and implementing curriculum and school objectives.
• 14.Participate in staff development and school improvement activities in order to maintain professional growth. Plan and incorporate best practices or new strategies.
• 15.Participate in events outside of the regularly scheduled work day such as orientation, open houses or conferences.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: The qualified candidate will have a valid Illinois Professional Educator License with an LBSI endorsement.

Rate of pay: $317/Day

Working Conditions: Elementary School.

Selection Procedure: Qualified candidates will be contacted by the appropriate building administrator.