Special Education Teacher - Low Incidence

Position Type:Elementary School Teaching/Special EducationDate Posted:2/20/2026Location:Enger SchoolDate Available:08/01/2026Closing Date:Until FilledJob Title:Special Education Teacher-Low IncidenceDepartment/Group:SPED Teacher, Enger SchoolPosition Summary/Purpose: The Teacher of Students with Low Incidence Disabilities serves as the primary instructional leader for students with significant intellectual, physical, and sensory needs, including those on the autism spectrum. The purpose of this role is to design and implement a highly specialized curriculum that emphasizes functional academics, daily living skills, and social-emotional growth. We are seeking a dedicated educator who can create a classroom environment where every student, regardless of the complexity of their needs, is empowered to achieve their maximum level of independence and meaningful community participation.Starting Salary: Based on Education and Years of Teaching - based on increased negotiated rate higher than last year's Salary ScheduleBenefits:90% Board Paid Medical Insurance of ANY Available Plan (FY 25-26)100% Board Paid Single Dental Insurance100% Board Paid Life Insurance (annual salary)Flex Savings AccountsSick and personal daysRole and Responsibilities / Essential Job Functions:Develop and Implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs):Create, monitor, and revise IEPs based on student needs and legal requirementsCollaborate with parents, administrators, and other specialists to set goals and objectives for each studentProvide Specialized Instruction:Tailor lessons and teaching strategies to accommodate students' unique learning styles and abilitiesAdapt instructional materials and delivery methods, ensuring access to the general education curriculumAssess Student Progress:Evaluate and document student progress through formal and informal assessmentsUse assessment data to adjust teaching strategies and interventionsClassroom Management:Create a positive, structured learning environment that supports students' emotional and behavioral needsImplement behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and apply classroom management techniques as neededCollaboration with General Education Teachers:Teach and/or Co-teach and provide support in inclusive classroomsAdvise and assist general education teachers in accommodating and modifying lessons to fit students' needsSupport Social and Emotional Development:Foster students' social and emotional growth through individual or group activitiesAddress issues like social skills, self-regulation, and peer relationshipsFamily and Community Engagement:Maintain open communication with parents/guardians about student progress and challengesParticipate in meetings with families and stakeholders to discuss students' educational needs and progressCompliance with Legal and Ethical Standards:Ensure that all instructional practices comply with federal, state, and local laws related to special educationMaintain confidentiality and uphold professional standards in all dealings with students, families, and staffProfessional Development:Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current on best practicesCollaborate with colleagues to improve teaching strategies and share insights of progress and challengesAssistive Technology and Resources:When needed, incorporate and manage assistive technology in the classroom to help students access learningIdentify and utilize additional resources to support students with disabilitiesQualifications and Education Requirements: Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Learning Behavior Specialist 1 endorsement and/or other required endorsements for the specific teaching assignmentPreferred Skills:Staff Portrait Attributes: Empathy, Perseverance, Critical Thinking, Reliability, Collaboration, Cultural Mindfulness, & AccountabilityAs a multi-language district, we always prefer staff who are bilingual but it is not required for this positionWorking conditions / Environment: Physical Demands: mobility within the instructional area and throughout the school facility, visual acuity close/distance/depth perception, hearing to receive information, verbal to exchange information. Physical demands often include walking, sitting, bending, twisting, stooping, reaching forward, lifting up to 25 pounds, pushing and pulling. May include attending to the physical needs of students relative to personal hygiene, eating, medical, and therapeutic as identified through the IEP processFor more information:Environmental Conditions: indoor climate-controlled school environment and may include being outdoors for extended periods of time throughout the yearExamples of Equipment/Supplies Used to Perform Tasks: technology such as computer and SmartBoard, office supplies, student physical and therapeutic equipment, student communication devicesFLSA Status: Exempt