Alternative Program Special Education Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking an experienced Special Education Teacher to provide high-quality instruction in a structured environment in Urbana, Illinois. The teacher will be responsible for coordinating the IEP process, assessing student performance, and collaborating with parents and staff. The ideal candidate must hold an Illinois Educator License with LBS1 endorsement and have a commitment to student growth. Additional compensation may be available during the school year and summer.

Qualifications

• Two years of school‑based experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality instruction based on assessments.
• Coordinate the IEP process including writing IEPs.
• Assess student performance and plan IEP goals.
• Design organized instruction aligned to curriculum.
• Consult with staff to implement accommodations.

Skills

Highly organized

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Excellent problem-solving skills

Education

Illinois Educator License, endorsement LBS1

Job description

Alternative Program Special Education Teacher

Starting Date: Immediately

TITLE: Alternative Program Special Education Teacher

LOCATION: Urbana Middle School, Urbana, Illinois

SUPERVISOR: Building Administrator, Executive Director for Student Services, Assistant Director of Student Services, or Special Education Administrator

SUPERVISES: Teaching Assistants

Job Summary

The Special Education Teacher provides high‑quality instruction based on frequent assessment and data analysis. Services are delivered in a structured, supportive environment that promotes student growth. The role includes consulting with general education teachers and related service personnel, serving as case managers, and training and monitoring teaching assistants.

Essential Functions

• Collaborate with staff, parents, teaching assistants, and students to ensure an appropriate comprehensive education for each student on the caseload.
• Coordinate the IEP process: writing IEPs, facilitating meetings, monitoring services, participating in eligibility determinations, and maintaining accurate records.
• Assess student performance through formal and informal measures; use data for instructional decisions and IEP goal planning.
• Design clear, organized, relevant instruction aligned to the general education curriculum, core standards, and student needs.
• Create a learning environment where students engage in meaningful experiences; staff functions as a team; decisions are student‑centered and individualized.
• Provide direct instruction as outlined in the IEP.
• Complete progress monitoring of academic and functional goals.
• Consult and collaborate with staff to implement accommodations and modifications needed to access the curriculum.
• Train, monitor, and supervise Teaching Assistants.
• Maintain positive communication with parents through conferences, reports, and other means; document contacts.
• Participate in professional development opportunities within or outside the district.
• Support students requiring physical assistance per the IEP, including transport, lifting, self‑care, hygiene, and medical needs.
• Participate in special activities such as field trips and vocational/aquatic center events.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Illinois Educator License, endorsement LBS1

Experience: Two years of school‑based experience preferred

Other Requirements

• Willingness to become certified in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, maintain certification, and implement physical restraints safely and in accordance with district, state, and federal laws.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Highly organized
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Excellent problem‑solving skills

Terms of Employment

• Salary and benefit information available on the Human Resources webpage. Additional compensation (stipends, differentials, extra duty pay, etc.) may be earned during the regular school year and summer.
• This is a position within the collective bargaining unit and is not an administrative position.
• This is an exempt position.

Evaluation

To be completed by the building administrator or district special education administrator.

Start Date

School Year 2026‑2027

Equal Opportunity Employer

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Contact Information

• Joseph Wiemelt, Executive Director of Secondary Multilingual & Alternative Program
• Tiger Academy
• Email: [e-mail]