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Special Education Teacher - Elementary

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DESCRIPTION:

The Special Education Teacher will be responsible for delivering individualized instruction tailored to meet the diverse needs, abilities, and goals of students with disabilities. They will provide specialized instructional programs that support each student's academic, social, and behavioral development. Collaborating with general education teachers, support staff, and administrators, they will contribute to achieving district and department objectives while upholding the school's philosophy. Additionally, they will establish and maintain effective communication with parents to support student progress. In alignment with Board of Education policies, Special Education Teachers will oversee student supervision and ensure the development and implementation of instructional programs within their area of certification.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop & Implement IEPs: Create individualized education plans tailored to students' needs, abilities, and goals.
• Adapt Curriculum: Modify lesson plans and teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
• Provide Direct Instruction: Teach core subjects using specialized techniques to help students with learning, emotional, physical, or intellectual disabilities.
• Assess & Monitor Progress: Regularly evaluate students' academic and behavioral progress, adjusting strategies as needed.
• Collaborate with Team Members: Work with general education teachers, therapists, administrators, and parents to support student success.
• Behavior Management: Use positive reinforcement and behavioral strategies to maintain a structured and supportive learning environment.
• Advocate for Students: Ensure students receive necessary accommodations, services, and support within the school system.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain records, write reports, and ensure compliance with federal and state education laws (e.g., IDEA).

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• License: Required current valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL), with LBS1 Endorsement
• Education: Required Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Education or related field.
• Experience: Preferred two (2) years of successful teaching experience working with a diverse population

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop & Implement IEPs: Create individualized education plans tailored to students' needs, abilities, and goals.
• Adapt Curriculum: Modify lesson plans and teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
• Provide Direct Instruction: Teach core subjects using specialized techniques to help students with learning, emotional, physical, or intellectual disabilities.
• Assess & Monitor Progress: Regularly evaluate students' academic and behavioral progress, adjusting strategies as needed.
• Collaborate with Team Members: Work with general education teachers, therapists, administrators, and parents to support student success.
• Behavior Management: Use positive reinforcement and behavioral strategies to maintain a structured and supportive learning environment.
• Advocate for Students: Ensure students receive necessary accommodations, services, and support within the school system.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain records, write reports, and ensure compliance with federal and state education laws (e.g., IDEA).

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time teaching position works a 180-day calendar

SALARY RANGE: Salary based on Experience and Education per the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

EVALUATION: Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement

BENEFITS: Excellent benefit and retirement package which include:

• Health insurance paid in full by the District (single coverage; dependent coverage paid 50% by District)
• Dental insurance paid in full by the District
• Life insurance paid in full by the District
• Option for Cash-in-Lieu of Insurance payout
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off (sick and personal days)
• Retirement plan (District pay employees 9% TRS Contribution)
• Tuition reimbursement

Interested Candidates should contact Director Heather Trom at htrom@whsd1.org

This description has been prepared to assist in properly evaluating various classes of responsibilities, skills, working conditions, etc. It is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and characteristic levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit, or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The use of particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned at are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

Winthrop Harbor School District #1 is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to recruit and employ the most qualified personnel and provide equal opportunities for advancement, including promotion and training, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, national origin, status as a disabled or military veteran, or on any other basis when prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

Salary/Benefits

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time teaching position works a 180-day calendar

SALARY RANGE: Salary based on Experience and Education per the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

EVALUATION: Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement

BENEFITS: Excellent benefit and retirement package which include:

• Health insurance paid in full by the District (single coverage; dependent coverage paid 50% by District)
• Dental insurance paid in full by the District
• Life insurance paid in full by the District
• Option for Cash-in-Lieu of Insurance payout
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off (sick and personal days)
• Retirement plan (District pay employees 9% TRS Contribution)
• Tuition reimbursement

Interested Candidates should contact Director Heather Trom at htrom@whsd1.org

Additional Notes

This description has been prepared to assist in properly evaluating various classes of responsibilities, skills, working conditions, etc. It is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and characteristic levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit, or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The use of particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned at are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

Winthrop Harbor School District #1 is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to recruit and employ the most qualified personnel and provide equal opportunities for advancement, including promotion and training, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, national origin, status as a disabled or military veteran, or on any other basis when prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

How to Apply

Interested Candidates should contact Director Heather Trom at htrom@whsd1.org

Apply at: https://www.whsd1.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=1753312&type=d&pREC_ID=1961945

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.whsd1.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=1753312&type=d&pREC_ID=1961945

Email Address

htrom@whsd1.org

School District

http://www.whsd1.org

Position Website

https://www.whsd1.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=1753312&type=d&pREC_ID=1961945

City Website

http://www.winthropharbor.com/

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

4/3/2026

Start Date

8/17/2026

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District Name Winthrop Harbor #1 Building Name Westfield Elementary Address 2309 W. 9th Street

Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096 Phone (847) 872-5438 Fax (847) 746-1477 IASA Region Lake County Lake Employment Type Full-time permanent Job Category Special Education PK-Age 21 Grade Level Elementary

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