High School Special Education Self-Contained Teacher

Elmwood Park Community Unit School District #401; Elmwood Park (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick and Personal Leave

TRS - Board Contribution 0.58%

Medical, Vision and Dental (board 80%/

Life Insurance (100%)

LTD Insurance (100%)

403(b) and 457(b)

Job summary

Elmwood Park High School seeks a Special Education Self-Contained Program teacher for grades 9-12 for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports ACE self-contained students, develops reading and language skills, motivates students to engage with literature, and fosters communication across the IEP framework.

Under supervision of the Building Principal, the teacher will implement individualized instruction, collect performance data, and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams while adhering to

Qualifications

• Professional Educator License (PEL) required.
• LBS I certification required.
• Experience in self-contained ACE program is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and coordinate eligibility, annual review and progress review IEP meetings with families.
• Develop and maintain weekly instructional plans and schedules.
• Implement core curriculum aligned with IEPs and modify instruction per student needs.
• Collect and analyze data to guide instructional outcomes and progress.
• Maintain classroom organization, safety procedures and materials.

Education

PEL

LBS I

Job description

Elmwood Park High School seeks a Special Education Self-Contained Program teacher for grades 9-12 for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports ACE self-contained students, develops reading and language skills, motivates students to engage with literature, and fosters communication across the IEP framework.

Under supervision of the Building Principal, the teacher will implement individualized instruction, collect performance data, and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams while adhering to