Dynamic Emotional Disturbance Teacher | Special Education

Valley View School District 365U; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision and Dental coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

403B plan

Salary Advancement

Job summary

Valley View Public School Cusd 365 U is seeking a qualified Emotional Disturbance (ED) Teacher responsible for planning and delivering instructional lessons tailored to meet the needs of students with emotional disabilities.

The position offers a $4,000 hiring incentive and comprehensive employee benefits, including medical coverage and tuition reimbursement. Candidates must have a current Illinois Professional Educator Licensure with a Special Education endorsement.

Qualifications

• Illinois Professional Educator Licensure with Special Education endorsement.
• Expertise in behavior management and classroom instruction.
• Outstanding communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver instructional lessons for students with emotional disabilities.
• Collaborate with staff to develop specialized instruction.
• Monitor student progress and develop intervention strategies.

Skills

Behavior management strategies

Aggression Replacement Techniques

Ability to write and implement Individual Educational Plans (IEPs)

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work cooperatively with others

Education

Current Illinois (PEL) Professional Educator Licensure with a Special Education endorsement

Job description

CARES Emotional Disturbance (ED) Teacher - $4,000 HIRING INCENTIVE - (Control Code: 19224) JobID: 12618

• Position Type:
  Special Education/ Emotional Disturbance (ED) Teacher
  
  
• Date Posted:
  6/9/2026
  
  
• Location:
  Wood View Elementary School
  
  
• Date Available:
  08/10/2026
  
  

Position may qualify for a $4,000 hiring incentive! For additional information, please inquire through Human Resources.

VACANCY: The Valley View Public School District is seeking an individual to fill a full-time Emotional Disturbance (ED) teaching position for the 2026-2027 school year.

JOB SUMMARY: The teacher is responsible for planning and delivering instructional lessons that meet the needs of learners with moderate to severe behavior and emotional disabilities; creating a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; and employing effective instructional techniques. Additional duties may from time to time be assigned in accordance with provisions of the Board's policies and requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Design high-content, engaging work for students.
• Plan and instruct students on District and State Standards aligned curriculum, using integrated or direct service approaches as appropriate based on individual student needs.
• Accommodate, modify and adapt lessons and curriculum as needed to meetindividual student needs and IEP Goals.
• Support in the facilitation of IEP meeting as well as development of the IEP.
• Establish a safe, positive classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the developmental levels and interests of their students.
• Plan collaboratively with staff to develop specially designed instruction, utilizing different co-teaching models for delivery as appropriate to student needs.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the developmental levels and interests of their students.
• Modify, adapt and conduct formal and informal assessments to evaluate student progress. Administer standardized and informal assessments as directed, modify and adapt tests, environment or equipment to meet individual student needs.
• Monitor and review student progress via assessment data, maintain records of student work, and develop intervention strategies to ensure student success and growth.
• Set and communicate clear expectations for classroom behavior and school environment by applying positive reinforcement and/or behavior modification techniques as needed. Assist in the development and implementation of student behavior intervention plans.
• Communicate verbally and in writing regularly with parents, other educators and students on progress.
• Meet regularly and work collaboratively with other Teachers, Parapros and specialists to discuss individual student's modifications or adaptations, ongoing learning issues, interventions or areas of concern.
• Attend and actively participate in building and District Teams to facilitate early involvement and resolution of academic or behavior concerns.
• Collaborate with other staff in planning, modifying, enhancing and implementing curriculum, school and District goals and objectives.
• Enforce and support District and School policies, philosophies and objectives with students and parents.
• Participate in staff development and school improvement activities in order to maintain professional growth. Plan and implement best practices and strategies.
• Participate in events outside of the regularly scheduled work day.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Illinois (PEL) Professional Educator Licensure with a Special Education endorsement
• Expertise in behavior management strategies, Aggression Replacement Techniques, and CPI
• Ability to write and implement Individual Educational Plans (IEP's)
• Excellent communications skills
• Ability to work cooperatively with others
• Medical/Vision and Dental coverage through BCBSIL
• FSA and Dependent Daycare accounts
• Life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Salary Advancement
• TRS contribution included in base salary
• 403B

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary is in accordance with the teacher salary schedule. The District offers excellent fringe benefits such as health, dental and life insurance.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applicants should apply on line at www.vvsd.org and upload a letter of application with a resume and three (3) current letters of recommendation, dated within the last twelve (12) months.

SELECTION PROCEDURE: The deadline for receiving application is Until Filled. Interviews with selected applicants will be held as soon as practicable.

Postings current as of 10/27/2026 4:33:14 PM CST.

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