Elementary Special Education Teacher – SY 2026–2027

Berwyn North School District 98; Berwyn (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Employer-provided life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous leave policy

Tuition reimbursement program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A local educational institution in Berwyn, Illinois, seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The role focuses on increasing student achievement and providing tailored support to students with diverse needs. Ideal candidates will hold a Professional Educator's Licence and a Bachelor's Degree, with preferred qualifications including a Master's Degree. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Professional Educator's Licence (PEL) with degree/endorsement in Special Education.
• Bachelor's Degree in Education.
• Master's Degree preferred.
• Communicate with stakeholders and attend IEP meetings.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for increasing student achievement as defined by the IEP.
• Assist students in developing thinking skills and content knowledge.
• Provide accommodations and modifications as needed.
• Provide reports for IEP meetings and stakeholder communication.

Skills

Understanding of Illinois Learning Standards

Instructional strategies for student achievement

Best practices in special education

Data analysis skills

Strong planning and implementation skills

Communication skills

Restorative discipline practices

Equitable classroom practices

High expectations for all students

Education

Professional Educator's Licence (PEL)

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Master's Degree

ESL/Bilingual endorsements

Job description

Overview

Elementary Special Education Teacher – SY 2026–2027 JobID: 1045

• Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Special Education Teacher
• Date Posted: 2/18/2026
• Location: Prairie Oak Elementary School

Berwyn North School District 98 is located in Berwyn, Illinois. The district has three elementary schools and one middle school and serves more than 2,500 students in Pre-K through 8th grade. Our district is committed to mutual respect and cultural diversity. We foster strong partnerships among students, school staff, families, and the community and empower students to solve problems, make decisions and apply technology so they can reach their full personal, academic and civic potential. We offer a Dual Language Program to ensure students are fluent in two languages, a STEAM Program, and 1‑to‑1 technology to prepare students for the future.

Job Details

Category: Elementary School Teaching/Special Education Teacher

Job Title: Special Education Teacher/Educator

Classification: Certified

Primary Function: Responsible for increasing student achievement as defined by the IEP. Main functions include but are not limited to:

• Assisting students with developing thinking skills and content knowledge
• Providing accommodations and modifications as needed
• Planning and implementation of standards-based instruction
• Establishing a positive classroom environment and culture for learning
• Analyzing data and action‑planning
• Providing reports for and attending IEP meetings
• Providing data and reports that are evidence of student progress
• Consistently communicating with stakeholders

Accountability

Reports to Building Level Administrators & District Level Administrators

Education / Certification

• Professional Educator's Licence (PEL) with degree/endorsement in Special Education
• Bachelor's Degree in Education
• Master's Degree preferred
• ESL/Bilingual endorsements preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Thorough understanding of the Illinois Learning Standards
• Thorough knowledge of instructional strategies that lead to increased student achievement
• Thorough knowledge of best practices in special education
• Thorough understanding of the content being taught
• Strong planning and implementation skills
• Communicate clearly orally and in writing
• Data analysis skills
• Knowledge/implementation of restorative discipline practices
• Strong understanding of equitable classroom practices
• High expectations for all students including special education students

Other

• Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations including special education laws
• Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior; serve as a role model for students and other staff
• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job

Benefits

Salary schedule for the 2026‑2027 school year may be updated prior to the start of the school year.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with 100% employee‑only coverage fully paid by the district
• Employer‑provided life insurance policy
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering resources for mental health, financial planning, legal guidance, and more to help you navigate life's challenges
• Generous leave policy, including personal days off, paid holidays, and sick leave to support your work‑life balance and well‑being
• Participation in the Illinois Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) and optional 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Tuition reimbursement program and professional development opportunities to support growth and career advancement

Disclaimer

This is not necessarily an all‑inclusive list of job‑related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

Posting Date

Postings current as of 2/21/2026 9:30:49 AM CST.