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Special Education Teacher
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Duties
The HILIA Special Education Teacher will work with students who have visual impairments, are deaf/hard of hearing, and/or learning and behavioral needs. This individual will be responsible for providing direct services to students. Creating lesson plans, managing a caseload of students, and implementing high quality instruction are requirements of this position. In addition, working with a team of both special educators and general education colleagues, will be mandatory to program for the needs of our students with IEPs. The caseload of students and responsibilities of the position are subject to change throughout the year as the needs of the HILIA Program evolve.
This is a one-year appointment with the possibility of extension to a second year, subject to student enrollment and the needs of the HILIA Program.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Bachelor''s Degree in Special Education; Specialist in Low Vision Blindness, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, and/or Learning and Behavior
Professional Educator License
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrates competence in Braille and assistive technology skills
Demonstrates competence in sign language skills
Experience and knowledge in specially designed instruction
Experience and knowledge with implementing classroom accommodations and behavior strategies
Functional Expectations
Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
Move about in various locations on and off campus as needed to complete day-to-day work
Effectively communicate on a daily basis
May be required to travel/drive to covered school districts
Salary/Benefits
$42,417.50 - $84,000, depending on years of service and degree
Additional Notes
University Benefit Highlights:
Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/
Work Hours
Typically Monday through Friday school hours with occasional weekend and evening hours as business needs dictate
Proposed Starting Date
August 2026
How to Apply
Required Applicant Documents
Resume/C.V.
Cover Letter
Reference List (specifically, the names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three professional references)
Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"
Contact Information for Applicants
Lisa Kendall
lmkenda@ilstu.edu
Additional Information for Applicants
Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.
Important Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.
If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.
Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page
Email Address
lmkenda@ilstu.edu
School District
https://metcalf.illinoisstate.edu/
Position Website
City Website
ILearn Link
ILearn
Report Card Link
District Report Card
Job Posting Date
6/30/2026
Start Date
8/11/2026
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Normal, IL 61761 Phone (309) 438-7124 Fax (309)438-3813 IASA Region Corn Belt County McLean Employment Type Full-time temporary Job Category Other School Service Personnel Grade Level Other
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