Special Education Teacher and Case Manager

About the Position

The Special Education Teacher and Case Manager is a full-time role that supports students with disabilities through both direct instruction and comprehensive case management. This dual-responsibility position ensures individualized education, compliance with special education regulations, and collaborative partnerships with families and staff.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction to students with disabilities based on their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Adapt and modify the general education curriculum to meet students’ unique learning needs.
• Design and implement engaging lesson plans using a variety of instructional methods and materials.
• Conduct formal and informal assessments to monitor academic progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Integrate assistive technology and differentiated strategies to support diverse learners.
• Create and maintain a positive, structured, and supportive classroom environment conducive to student learning and development.
• Manage classroom behavior in accordance with IEPs and school policies.

Case Management

• Serve as the primary case manager for assigned special education students.
• Develop, write, and revise IEPs in collaboration with families, students, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Cookordinate and lead annual IEP meetings and required reevaluations.
• Ensure compliance with IDEA, state laws, and district policies related to special education services and timelines.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress, services, and support.
• Collaborate with service providers, administrators, and external agencies as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including progress reports, evaluation data, meeting notes, and service logs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License
• LBS1 endorsement (required)
• Proven experience teaching students with disabilities and managing IEPs
• Strong knowledge of special education laws, instructional strategies, and assessment tools
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and the success of all learners