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Self-Contained Autism Teacher

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Duties

Reports to: Building Principal/Assistant Principal and Special Education Coordinator

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with special needs in collaboration with parents, administrators, and other professionals.
• Design and deliver differentiated instruction tailored to accommodate a range of learning styles, abilities, and needs.
• Utilize a variety of teaching strategies, resources, and technologies to engage students and facilitate their academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Assess student progress regularly through formal and informal measures and adjust instruction accordingly to ensure continuous improvement.
• Provide support and accommodations to promote access to the general education curriculum for students with disabilities while fostering independence and self-advocacy skills.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment where all students feel valued, respected, and supported.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, support staff, and other professionals to coordinate services and ensure seamless integration of special education supports.
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians, colleagues, and stakeholders to provide updates on student progress, discuss concerns, and facilitate partnerships in support of student success.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills in special education best practices, instructional strategies, and relevant policies and regulations.

Qualifications

Qualifications/Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor''s degree in Special Education.
• Valid state teaching license/certification in Special Education (LBS1).
• Experience working with elementary and/or junior high school students with diverse learning needs, including but not limited to learning disabilities, emotional/behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and intellectual disabilities.
• Knowledge of special education laws, regulations, and best practices, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to working with students with special needs.
• Ability to adapt and problem-solve in a dynamic educational environment.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in education.

Salary/Benefits

Benefits:

• The O''Fallon Classroom Federation of Teachers Collective Bargaining Agreement outlines the salary and benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to positively impact the lives of students with special needs.

How to Apply

Application Procedure:

Apply online

Selection Procedure: It is not necessary that you contact the District #90 administrators to request an interview. The following procedure will be followed:

1. Applications will be reviewed.

2. Based upon the assessment of the application, the most promising candidates will be contacted for a personal interview.

3. Following the interview process, a written recommendation will be prepared supporting the employment decision.

4. The recommendation for employment will be presented by the Superintendent to the Board of Education for consideration and action.

5. Those Candidates who were interviewed will be notified of the Board''s decision.

School District

http://www.of90.net

Position Website

https://www.applitrack.com/stclair/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=759&all=1&AppliTrackJobId=6811_759&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

5/8/2026

Start Date

N/A

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District Name O''Fallon #90 Building Name Address 118 E. Washington St.

O Fallon, IL 62269 Phone (618)632-3666 Fax (618)632-7864 IASA Region Southwestern County St.Clair Employment Type Full-time permanent Job Category Special Education PK-Age 21 Grade Level Elementary

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