SUMMER IEP TEAM -  SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

Position Purpose:

 This is a Summer 2026 position and does not constitute employment with School District 189 for the 2026-2027 School year. The schedule will begin June 1, 2026 - June 5, 2026 (4 days).
 
Essential Functions
•    Provides specialized instruction and collects data on student growth as well as recommend a course of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
•    Assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
•    Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.
•    Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
•    Serves as liaison between home and school.
•    Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings.
•    Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping.
•    Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
 
Additional Duties
•    Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Director of Special Education and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
 
Note:    The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
 
Equipment
•   Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
 
Travel Requirements
•   Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
 
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
•   Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.
•   Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
•   Knowledge of data information systems and data analysis.
•   Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
•   Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
•   Ability to organize and coordinate work.
•   Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
•   Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
•   Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
 
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
•   Works in standard school building and office environments.
 
Note:   Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Qualifications Profile
 Certification/License:
•   Illinois State Licensure with LBSI - Special Education Teacher endorsement.

•   Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
 
Education:
•   Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Experience:
•    Successful prior special education teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
 
Summer School positions will be selected by a point system in accordance with Article XVII - Summer School of the 1220 contract.  External applicants will only be considered if there is no internal candidate available with the specified qualifications.