Pre-K STRIVE Teacher at ELC

EARLY LEARNING CENTER; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield School District 186 is seeking a Pre-K STRIVE Teacher for the Early Learning Center in Springfield, IL. This 180-day contract role reports to the Building Principal and requires licensing with an endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education.

Responsibilities include delivering structured Pre-K instruction for students with Autism and/or Intellectual Disabilities, maintaining records, and supporting school improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educators License and Early Childhood Special Education endorsement/approvals.
• Knowledge of current curriculum, instructional trends, and school improvement process.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to informally and formally assess learning and behavioral needs of students.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high quality, structured learning environment for Pre-K students with Autism and/or Intellectual Disabilities.
• Plan and implement instruction in accordance with the approved Student Support ServicesPre-K curriculum for instructional classrooms.
• Establish and maintain records of student assessment procedures and progress monitoring.
• Maintain a classroom climate conducive to learning by establishing routines, a behavior management plan and social emotional support.
• Implement curricular and behavioral support to students as Individualized Education Programs specify.
• Actively participate in staff development activities.
• Contribute to school improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQUIP) initiatives.
• Attend district in-services and professional development opportunities in order to implementnew strategies for curriculum and instructional improvement.
• Communicate effective with students, parents, staff, and the public.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Illinois Professional Educators License

Early Childhood Special Education endorsement

Job description

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Pre-K STRIVE Teacher at ELC

Springfield School District 186 Early Learning Center - Springfield, Illinois Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Springfield School District 186

Job Details

Job ID: 5874484

Application Deadline: Aug 16, 2026 4:00 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 20, 2026

Job Description

TITLE OF VACANCY: Pre-K STRIVE Teacher

LOCATION: Early Learning Center

CONTRACT PERIOD: 180 Days

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Illinois Professional Educators License and Early Childhood Special Education endorsement/approvals
• Knowledge of current curriculum, instructional trends, and school improvement process
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong problem solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to informally and formally assess learning and behavioral needs of students.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide a high quality, structured learning environment for Pre-K students with Autism and/or Intellectual Disabilities.
• Plan and implement instruction in accordance with the approved Student Support ServicesPre-K curriculum for instructional classrooms.
• Establish and maintain records of student assessment procedures and progress monitoring.
• Maintain a classroom climate conducive to learning by establishing routines, a behavior management plan and social emotional support.
• Implement curricular and behavioral support to students as Individualized Education Programs specify.
• Actively participate in staff development activities.
• Contribute to school improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQUIP) initiatives.
• Attend district in-services and professional development opportunities in order to implementnew strategies for curriculum and instructional improvement.
• Communicate effective with students, parents, staff, and the public.
• Other duties as assigned.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

August 16, 2026 @ 4:00 PM

EFFECTIVE DATE:

First contractual day of the 2026-2027 school yearDistrict 186 180-day calendar

SALARY and BENEFITS:

In accordance with current SEA negotiated agreement;

Go to the 26- 27 SEA Salary to view the SEA Salary Schedule

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Office of Human Resources
• 3063 Fiat Ave
• Springfield, Illinois 62703
• Phone: [phone]

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