TEACHER MAC/ PHYSICAL ED/ ADAPTIVE PE MS (0.1 MAC HEALTH GR 6 EASTVIEW MS/ 0.1 MAC HEALTH GR 8 EASTV

Position Type:Special Education/Multi Abilities Classroom (MAC) TeacherDate Posted:5/4/2026Location:Eastview Middle SchoolDate Available:08/24/2026Closing Date:Until FilledPosition / Title: Multi Abilities Classroom (MAC) Teacher Bargaining Unit: ETADepartment/Location: Specialized Student ServicesCalendar Days: 184Reports To: Building PrincipalJD Revision Date: 12/1/2025Supervises: N/AFunction / Position SummaryThe Multi Abilities Classroom (MAC) special education teacher provides instruction and support for students with significant academic learning, communication and behavioral needs in a highly structured and consistent self-contained setting. The MAC teacher designs and delivers scaffold instruction aligned to the Essential Elements, collaborates with related service providers and school teams, and creates a predictable, supportive classroom environment that promotes academic and social emotional growth, communication, independence and engagement. The MAC teacher monitors progress, implements evidence-based practices, maintains compliance with IEP requirements, and partners with families to support student success.Job Duties / ResponsibilitiesPlan and deliver instruction aligned to the MAC curriculum, essential elements, and grade level standards, adjusting instruction to meet a range of learning, communication, social emotional and behavioral needs.Develop, coordinate and implement evidence-based practices, individualized academic, behavioral, communication systems and social programming in alignment with each student's IEP, including progress monitoring and documentation.Create a predictable, supportive classroom environment that promotes engagement, safety, communication and independence for all students.Use data to guide instruction, adjust supports and communicate progress to students, families and staff.Collaborate regularly with related service providers, general education teachers, school administrators and other team members to ensure coordinated support and alignment of services.Serve as the case manager for your students, complete all IEP paperwork in accordance with district, state and federal requirements.Participate in IEP meetings, service team meetings and other required staffings.Provide guidance to paraeducators, ensuring consistent implementation of instructional plans, behavior supports, social development and communication systems throughout the school day.Implement positive behavior supports using approaches aligned to the MAC implementation guide, including safe and proactive strategies for responding to student behavior.Support students across settings, which may include community-based instruction, specials, transitions and other school activities as determined by student needs.Communicate with families regularly to support understanding of student progress, instructional approaches, behavior supports and other student needs.Maintain accurate records and meet all timelines for documentation, assessments, progress reporting and compliance requirements.Participate in school improvement efforts and professional collaboration activities, including building level and district level committees when appropriate.Develop meaningful transition plans and summary of performance for students 14 years or older (Middle School and High School only).Be willing to complete and maintain certification in Ukeru to support safe, proactive approaches to behavior support.Attend up to two professional development days held during the summer as scheduled by the district.Perform other duties as assigned.EducationIllinois Professional Educator License with LBS1 Endorsement requiredBilingual- Spanish/English (written/verbal) preferredExperience / KnowledgeKnowledge in modified academicsKnowledge in positive behavior strategiesKnowledge is data collectionAbility to be flexible and work collaboratively in a team environmentPrevious experience in a self-contained setting preferredPhysical DemandsLifting may be required as neededAssisting with toileting needs may be required as neededAbility to implement Ukeru once trainedTerms of EmploymentThis is a 9-month position. Salary and benefits are established by the Board of Education.The starting salary for this role is $60,689. Attachment(s):ETA Benefit Sheet.pdfETA Salary Schedule 2026-2027.pdf