Special Education Teacher - Jr. High/Middle School

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Special Education Teacher - Jr. High/Middle School

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Duties

Working with a variety of students in a resource or self-contained setting. Depending on the candidate's experience and caseload numbers for the 2026-2027 school year.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Illinois Professional Educator License with correct special education certification;
• Ability to tailor lessons to accommodate diverse learning needs and abilities, ensuring all students have opportunities to learn;
• Foundational knowledge of Google Classroom applications and the ability to incorporate technology as a means of enhancing instruction. ;
• Individual must be flexible, creative and student centered;Ability to assess the learning of students and modify or enhance instruction as needed;Able to work with a diverse student population and establish open and regular communication with parents and guardians.
• Willing to advocate for students on caseload
• Implement a variety of strategies and accommodations
• Organized, prompt, detailed
• Experience writing strong IEPs

Salary/Benefits

• Starting salary of $43,395 with B.A. and no experience or steps on the salary schedule; (Please click the link to view the current salary schedule https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4693/SHSD/4064675/Collective_Bargaining_Agreement__Teacher_Contract__2023-2027.pdf
• Salary is commensurate with education and experience;
• Full TRS paid by the Board of Education;
• Qualified candidates may be granted up to fifteen years of verified full-time teaching experience for credit on the salary schedule;
• We offer a mentoring program for teachers who are new to the District;
• The District offers a competitive benefits package, which includes health (Cigna), dental (Lincoln), vision (Lincoln) and life insurance plans.

Additional Notes

Working Conditions:

• 180 days per year - August through May/June

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Mental Demands: frequently changes priorities quickly; ability to manage stress with multiple

interruptions and distractions; analyzing; organizing; evaluating; planning; ability to redefine and

clarify instructions; frequent presenting

Physical Demands: ability to operate standard office equipment, keyboards, and

subject-specific equipment; combination of sedentary and non-sedentary duties; manual

dexterity including fine manipulation for writing and typing; prolonged periods sitting at a desk

and working on a computer or standing to teach; close visual acuity; frequent walking;

occasional bending, bending, stooping, and standing; occasionally lifting and carrying 5-15

pounds; ability to read and write; ability to speak and understand the English language

Environmental Conditions: primarily indoor work in an educational setting; minimal exposure

to weather conditions; working primarily independently; occasional field trips; occasional evening events

How to Apply

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled. Interested parties should send a letter of interest, resume, and credentials including references and letters of recommendation to: Mr. Kelly Bohnenstiehl, Superintendent kbohnenstiehl@signalhill181.org

Email Address

kbohnenstiehl@signalhill181.org

School District

www.signalhill181.org

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Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

3/24/2026

Start Date

8/10/2026

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District Name Signal Hill #181 Building Name Signal Hill School Address 40 Signal Hill Pl

Belleville, IL 62223 Phone (618) 397-0325 Fax (618)397-2828 IASA Region Southwestern County St.Clair Employment Type Full-time permanent Job Category Special Education PK-Age 21 Grade Level Jr. High Middle School

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