2026-2027 (K-2) Cross Categorical

POSITION:          2026 – 2027  (K-2) CROSS CATEGORICAL 
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:

1. Creates and implements IEPs and works closely with the related service personnel.
2. Provides instruction in both a co-teaching and direct instruction setting
3. Guides student behavior through implementing the school's discipline policy while upholding high expectations.
4. Participates in daily classroom instruction collaboratively and participates in co-teaching and direct instruction when assigned.
5. Builds positive, collaborative relationships with staff to ensure the highest instructional opportunities for students.
6. Understands basic classroom management, with strategies for individual behavior management, crisis prevention, intervention, de-escalation techniques, and the balance between classroom management and academic teaching strategies.
7. Develops short and long-range plans consistent with curriculum goals, learners' diversity, and learning theory.
8. Maintains excellent communication with parents.
9. Provides exceptional quality care to children at all times, including assisting with toileting and self-care goals while demonstrating respect and value towards them as individuals.
10. Understands issues in definition and identification procedures for individuals with disabilities, including those individuals from diverse backgrounds.
11. Understands characteristics of individuals with disabilities, including levels of severity, multiple disabilities, and their influence on development, behavior, and learning.
12. Knowledgeable about the impact of language disorders, processing deficits, intellectual abilities, behavioral/emotional/social disorders, and physical (including sensory) disabilities on learning and behavior.
13. Assess student progress through documentation; completes paperwork related to a student; and attends professional development as needed.
14. Demonstrates strong leadership capabilities within and outside of the classroom.
15. Constructs a positive relationship between the program, student, and parent.
16. Participates in faculty meetings and committees.
17. Ensures student conduct and attendance conform to school standards and district discipline policies.
18. Utilizes current teaching methods and educational pedagogy and differentiates instruction based on student learning styles.
19. Utilizes knowledge of instructional goals and objectives for Special Education students.
20. Utilizes knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.
21. Applies knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
22. Obtains knowledge of computer network systems and software applications as needed.
23. Organizes and coordinates work.
24. Engages in self-evaluation about performance and professional growth
25. Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with others.
26. Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal/assistant principal and district office administrators as designated by the superintendent.
27. Adheres to a professional code of ethics, including confidentiality of school-related matters and loyalty to the school district.
28. Note: The above description illustrates most tasks and responsibilities.  It is not all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Qualifications

1. Valid and appropriate Illinois licensure
2. Special Education Endorsement Required or Emergency Special Education Teacher Endorsement
3. Complete required professional development to retain certification.
4. Successful completion of fingerprint-based criminal background check (IL State Police and FBI), sex 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 occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.