Job Description
Position Type:
Student Support Services
Date Posted:
2/3/2026
Location:
Hillside School
Date Available:
08/14/2026
POSITION: 2026 - 2027 SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
JOB GOAL: To facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific special education needs of individual students by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Creates and implements IEPs and works closely with the related service personnel.
• Provides instruction both a co-teaching and direct instruction setting
• Guides student behavior through implementing the school's discipline policy while upholding high expectations.
• Participates in daily classroom instruction collaboratively and participates in co-teaching when assigned.
• Builds positive, collaborative relationships with staff to ensure the highest level of instructional opportunities for students.
• Understands basic classroom management; with strategies for individual behavior management, crisis prevention, intervention, de-escalation techniques, and the balance between classroom management with academic teaching strategies.
• Develops short and long-range plans consistent with curriculum goals, learners' diversity, and learning theory.
• Maintains excellent communication with parents.
• Provides an exceptional level of quality care to children at all times, including assisting with toileting and self-care goals while demonstrating respect and value towards them as individuals.
• Understands issues in definition and identification procedures for individuals with disabilities, including those individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Understands characteristics of individuals with disabilities including levels of severity, multiple disabilities and their influence on development, behavior and learning.
• Knowledgeable about the impact of language disorders, processing deficits, intellectual abilities, behavioral/emotional/social disorders, and physical (including sensory) disabilities on learning and behavior.
• Assess student progress through documentation; completes paperwork related to a student; and attends professional development as needed.
• Demonstrates strong leadership capabilities within and outside of the classroom.
• Constructs a positive relationship between the program, student, and parent.
• Participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Ensures that student conduct and attendance conforms with the school standards and school district discipline policies.
• Utilizes current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Utilizes knowledge of instructional goals and objectives for Special Education students.
• Utilizes knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Applies knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Obtains knowledge of computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Organizes and coordinates work.
• Engages in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with others.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal/assistant principal and district office administrators as designated by the superintendent.
• Adheres to a professional code of ethics which includes confidentiality of school related matters and loyalty to the school district.
• Note: The above description is illustrative of most tasks and responsibilities. It is not all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Qualifications
• Valid and appropriate Illinois licensure
• Special Education Endorsement Required or Emergency Special Education Teacher endorsement
• Complete required professional development to retain certification.
• Successful completion of fingerprint based criminal background check (IL State Police and FBI), *** offender and violent youth offender screening, and employment physical.
Salary/Benefits
• Salary and benefits per the Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Up to 15 years of service granted
• Salary Range: $52,520 - $76,640 Based upon educational attainment and years of service- Up to 15 Years of Experience can be granted
• Educational Advancement Increases BA +15, MA, MA +15, MA +30 and MA +45
• Beginning of the Year Teacher Supply Allotment $200 per year
• Health (BCBS), Dental and Vision Benefits (Medical Employer pays between 5%-12% of monthly premium)
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $2700 a year
• Paid Professional Development/Workshops
• Paid for New Teacher Induction prior to the start of the school year
Physical Requirements Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Student Support Services
Date Posted:
2/3/2026
Location:
Hillside School
Date Available:
08/14/2026
POSITION: 2026 - 2027 SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER
JOB GOAL: To facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific special education needs of individual students by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Creates and implements IEPs and works closely with the related service personnel.
• Provides instruction both a co-teaching and direct instruction setting
• Guides student behavior through implementing the school's discipline policy while upholding high expectations.
• Participates in daily classroom instruction collaboratively and participates in co-teaching when assigned.
• Builds positive, collaborative relationships with staff to ensure the highest level of instructional opportunities for students.
• Understands basic classroom management; with strategies for individual behavior management, crisis prevention, intervention, de-escalation techniques, and the balance between classroom management with academic teaching strategies.
• Develops short and long-range plans consistent with curriculum goals, learners' diversity, and learning theory.
• Maintains excellent communication with parents.
• Provides an exceptional level of quality care to children at all times, including assisting with toileting and self-care goals while demonstrating respect and value towards them as individuals.
• Understands issues in definition and identification procedures for individuals with disabilities, including those individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Understands characteristics of individuals with disabilities including levels of severity, multiple disabilities and their influence on development, behavior and learning.
• Knowledgeable about the impact of language disorders, processing deficits, intellectual abilities, behavioral/emotional/social disorders, and physical (including sensory) disabilities on learning and behavior.
• Assess student progress through documentation; completes paperwork related to a student; and attends professional development as needed.
• Demonstrates strong leadership capabilities within and outside of the classroom.
• Constructs a positive relationship between the program, student, and parent.
• Participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Ensures that student conduct and attendance conforms with the school standards and school district discipline policies.
• Utilizes current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Utilizes knowledge of instructional goals and objectives for Special Education students.
• Utilizes knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Applies knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Obtains knowledge of computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Organizes and coordinates work.
• Engages in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with others.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal/assistant principal and district office administrators as designated by the superintendent.
• Adheres to a professional code of ethics which includes confidentiality of school related matters and loyalty to the school district.
• Note: The above description is illustrative of most tasks and responsibilities. It is not all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Qualifications
• Valid and appropriate Illinois licensure
• Special Education Endorsement Required or Emergency Special Education Teacher endorsement
• Complete required professional development to retain certification.
• Successful completion of fingerprint based criminal background check (IL State Police and FBI), *** offender and violent youth offender screening, and employment physical.
Salary/Benefits
• Salary and benefits per the Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Up to 15 years of service granted
• Salary Range: $52,520 - $76,640 Based upon educational attainment and years of service- Up to 15 Years of Experience can be granted
• Educational Advancement Increases BA +15, MA, MA +15, MA +30 and MA +45
• Beginning of the Year Teacher Supply Allotment $200 per year
• Health (BCBS), Dental and Vision Benefits (Medical Employer pays between 5%-12% of monthly premium)
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $2700 a year
• Paid Professional Development/Workshops
• Paid for New Teacher Induction prior to the start of the school year
Physical Requirements Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The 2026-2027 Special Education Teacher (K-2 Resource and Co-Teaching) position is now open for candidates interested in the Teacher Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Teacher Jobs is a plus.