Cross Categorical Special Education Resource Teacher (1.0 FTE) - 26/27 SY

Full-time (1.0 FTE) Middle School Cross Categorical Special Education Resource Teacher position for the 2026-2027 school year. This role educates students with a wide variety of disabilities in all academic areas and includes case management duties.

Responsibilities

• Meet and instruct assigned classes in designated locations and times.
• Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within District-provided resources.
• Prepare for classes and provide written evidence of preparation upon request.
• Encourage students to maintain classroom behavior standards and report compliance issues to administrators.
• Use varied instructional techniques and media tailored to student needs and physical limitations.
• Implement the District’s educational philosophy, goals, and objectives through instruction and action.
• Reading training/background preferred; strong knowledge of Response to Intervention and Common Core State Standards required.
• Take precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Evaluate student progress regularly and maintain accurate, complete records as required by law and District policy.
• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and Board Policy.
• Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside instructional hours when reasonably requested.
• Attend and participate in relevant faculty meetings and professional development sessions.
• Collaborate with staff on instructional goals, objectives, methods, and material selection.
• Share responsibility for co-curricular activities as assigned.
• Maintain open communication with students and parents regarding academic and behavioral progress.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with colleagues and the community.
• Pursue professional growth through workshops, seminars, conferences, or advanced coursework.
• Develop, implement, and monitor student IEP needs in compliance with state, federal, and district requirements.
• Integrate assistive technology into instruction to meet individual student needs.

Requirements

• Illinois licensure with LBSI endorsement(s) required.