Special Education Teacher SDEP (Social Developmental and Education Program) (Grades 9-12)

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Special Education Teacher SDEP (Social Developmental and Education Program) (Grades 9-12)

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Description: Full-time Special Education Teacher for Highland High School SDEP (Social Development and Education Program)

Job Summary: Applicants must be willing to:

• Learn and implement a comprehensive system (including a Point system and a therapeutic component) for student''s behavior and functioning.
• Be trained in the structure of the SDEP program and ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) by the district''s Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Upload student data on a regular basis to the BCBA.
• Consult with Director of Special Services, Principal, and BCBA on a regular basis to maintain programming integrity and functionality.
• Individualize lessons and deliver instruction to students with a variety of academic and behavioral needs.
• Demonstrate strong classroom management, including the use of trauma-informed practices.
• Demonstrate excellent communication (written and verbal) and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate high expectation for behavior and learning.
• Receive training and be prepared to use CPI restraint when necessary.
• Learn and use on-line IEP software and write IEPs according to district guidelines.
• Manage and work collaboratively with paraprofessionals (program assistants).
• Cooperate with teachers to support a collaborative school culture.
• Extra curricular/coaching opportunities may be available.

Qualifications

Must meet requirements for reimbursement as an LBS I Endorsed Teacher.

Salary/Benefits

Benefits Package for full-time employees - Health Insurance with Cigna, Vision Insurance with EyeMed, Dental with The Principal.

2026 Insurance Rate Sheet

HRA Summary Letter

Salary:

Based on HEA contract.

Additional Notes

Illinois School Report Card

How to Apply

Thank you for your interest in employment with the Highland Community School District. We are using an online application process for all of our employment opportunities. Please use the link below to complete your online application. https://www.applitrack.com/highlandcusd5/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Student+Support+Services

Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please send an email to Shellie Donoho at sdonoho@highlandcusd5.org, Caleb Houchins, Principal, at chouchins@highlnadcusd5.org, or Mandy Robbins, incoming Special Services Director, at mrobbins@highlandcusd5.org. We appreciate your interest and look forward to assisting you with the application process.

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.applitrack.com/highlandcusd5/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Student+Support+Services

Email Address

sdonoho@highlandcusd5.org

School District

https://www.highlandcusd5.org/o/highland-high-school

Position Website

https://www.applitrack.com/highlandcusd5/OnlineApp/JobPostings/View.asp?AppliTrackJobId=1186

City Website

https://www.highlandil.gov/

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

6/8/2026

Application Deadline

6/30/2026

Start Date

8/10/2026

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District Name Highland CUSD #5 Building Name Higland High School Address 400 Broadway

Highland, IL 62249 Phone (618) 654-2106 Fax (618) 654-5424 IASA Region Southwestern County Madison Employment Type Full-time permanent Job Category Special Education PK-Age 21 Grade Level Secondary

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