High School Special Education Teacher — Special Education

Catholic Diocese of Peoria; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

403b match program

Tuition discounts for children

Job summary

The Catholic Diocese of Peoria is seeking a dedicated High School Special Education Teacher for the 2026-27 school year at Peoria Notre Dame High School. This role involves teaching students in a Catholic environment, supporting their unique needs, and collaborating with fellow faculty. Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and an Illinois teaching license, with a commitment to sharing their faith.

The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $35,000–$65,000, along with health and dental benefits, a retirement savings program, and tuition discounts for children. Join a community committed to spiritual and academic growth.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and an Illinois teaching license.
• Willingness to share their love of Christ with others.
• Capabilities in classroom innovation and differentiation.

Responsibilities

• Implement accommodations with classroom teachers.
• Provide one-on-one instruction and tutoring.
• Support classroom instruction and provide co-teaching support.

Skills

Ability to innovate and differentiate in the classroom

Teaching students to think critically

Support for diverse learners

Education

Bachelor's degree in secondary education

Illinois teaching license

Job description

High School Special Education Teacher — Special Education JobID: 811

• Position Type: Student Support Services / LD / ED Teacher
• Date Posted: 5/11/2026
• Date Available: 08/01/2026

Join us in the important work of forming disciples of Jesus Christ through community, faith, knowledge, and service. Peoria Notre Dame High School has an opening for a special education teacher (LBS I) for the 2026-27 school year and beyond to serve our motivated and passionate students, teach them in a Catholic environment of academic inquiry, and support them with their unique exceptionalities and abilities.

At PND, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside faculty and staff members committed to bettering themselves as teachers and Christians. We know we can't share what we don't have, and therefore we offer ample opportunities for our faculty and staff to strengthen their spiritual lives through daily Mass, daily adoration and confession, biweekly faith formation meetings, an annual faculty retreat, and All School Mass. In addition to spiritual development, we offer engaging and collaborative professional learning once each month: new teacher meetings, professional development sessions and department meetings.

Many of the benefits of working at PND are visible—competitive salary, health and dental benefits, a 403b match program, and tuition discounts for your children at our partner schools and at PND. Many benefits are not as visible—young people who are respectful and engaged, small teacher‑to‑student class sizes, and the opportunity to be part of a Catholic community with a rich history and a united mission.

Priority will be given to candidates who hold a bachelor's degree and Illinois teaching license, who have an LBS I endorsement, and who eagerly share their love for Christ with others. We're seeking teachers who love to innovate and differentiate in the classroom, who want to teach students to think critically, who assess students formally and informally, and who appreciate and support diverse learners.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in secondary education + Illinois teaching license
• Willingness to share their love of Christ with others
• Ability to innovate and differentiate in the classroom, teach students to think critically, and appreciate and support diverse learners

Responsibilities

• Work directly with our Student Services department to implement accommodations with classroom teachers
• Provide one‑on‑one instruction, tutoring, and support to students during study halls and advisory periods
• Push into classrooms (preferably math and science) to support classroom instruction and provide co‑teaching support
• Attend faith formation, All School Masses, faculty retreats, faculty institutes, and in‑house professional development sessions

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: $35,000‑$65,000
• Medical, dental, prescription and vision plans for individuals and families
• Paid time off: sick leave, holidays, personal days
• Retirement savings: 403B with employer contributions