Special Education Teacher (K-3)
DutiesVISION:The teacher creates a positive learning environment to facilitate the intellectual, personal and social development of all students. In order to respond to the individual needs and abilities of students, the teacher works collaboratively with all educators. The teacher uses data to determine learning priorities, monitor progress and assess instruction and student achievement. The teacher addresses the needs of students not achieving. As a result, the school makes continuous improvement toward achievement of state and district expectations.JOB GOALS:* All students meet or exceed state expectations for learning as assessed by State assessments.* All students meet or exceed district expectations as assessed by local measures.RESPONSIBILITIES:Planning and PreparationDemonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogyDemonstrates knowledge of students and plans instruction for individual students' needsSets instructional outcomes as goals that can be assessedDemonstrates knowledge of resourcesDesigns coherent instruction and differentiates with appropriate resources, groups and structureDesigns student assessments that are aligned with the instructional outcomesThe Classroom EnvironmentCreates an environment of respect and rapportEstablishes a culture for learningManages classroom proceduresManages student behavior by setting clear standards of conductEstablishes a safe classroom that ensures the learning of all studentsInstructionCommunication with students is appropriate and expectations for the learning of content are clearly communicatedUses questions that reflect high expectationsEngages students in their learningUses assessment to guide instructionDemonstrates flexibility and responsiveness and makes adjustment as needed to instructionProfessional ResponsibilitiesUses reflection to improve instructionMaintains accurate recordsCommunicates with families frequently and tries to engage families in the instructional programParticipates in professional organizations and is involved in school and district eventsActively pursues professional development opportunitiesDisplays a high level of ethics and professionalism in dealing with students and colleaguesAdheres to district sick leave and personal leave policies and is punctual to job assignments and meetingsQualificationsCertification:* Appropriate State of Illinois Professional Educator License with Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBS I) endorsement* Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts DegreeSalary/Benefits180 Day Bargaining Unit PositionBenefits Commensurate with ContractHow to ApplyApplication Procedure:District 108 must have the following documentation on file to complete the application process:A completed online application http://www.generalasp.com/Pekin/onlineapp/Letter of InterestResumeCopy of Professional Educator LicenseCopy of transcript(s)3 Signed Letters of RecommendationDocumentation should be uploaded with your online application or can be emaile, faxed or mailed.Fax: 309 477-4701Mailing address:Director of Human ResourcesAttention: Application Process501 Washington StreetPekin, Illinois 61554For direct questions, please contact:Julie Draher @ 309-477-4740 or by email @ julie.draher@pekin.netDO NOT SEND APPLICATION MATERIALS TO INDIVIDUAL SCHOOL* Please be reminded, all non-tenure teachers are expected to successfully complete the district's two [2] year T.I.P.S. [Teacher Induction: Professional Success] induction/mentoring program to attain District 108 tenure status.Selection Procedure: Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the School site or the Human Resources Office to confirm date and time for an initial team interview. Position to be filled as soon as suitable applicant is confirmed.District 108 is an equal opportunity employerLink to District/Third Party Online Application Web Pagehttps://www.generalasp.com/Pekin/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Special+ServicesEmail Addressjulie.draher@pekin108.orgSchool Districthttps://www.pekin.net/Position Websitehttps://www.generalasp.com/Pekin/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Special+ServicesCity Websitehttps://www.ci.pekin.il.us/ILearn LinkILearnReport Card LinkDistrict Report CardJob Posting Date5/12/2026Start Date8/17/2026