Special Education Cross-Categorical Teacher at Forest Elementary School

Generalasp; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

District 62 in Des Plaines, IL is seeking a Special Education Cross-Categorical Teacher for Forest Elementary School to support K-5 students.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and a current Illinois Professional Educator License with an appropriate endorsement. ESL endorsement is preferred. The role emphasizes inclusive practices and collaboration with staff to meet diverse learner needs.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Current valid Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate endorsement.
• Experience as an elementary school special education teacher is preferred.
• ESL endorsement is preferred.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university

Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate endorsement

ESL endorsement preferred

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Des Plaines School District 62

Special Education Cross-Categorical Teacher at Forest Elementary School JobID: 2400

• Position Type:
  Teaching/ Grades K - 5 Special Education (Cross-Categorical)


• Date Posted:
  10/13/2026


• Location:
  District 62 Schools


• Date Available:
  11/2026


• Closing Date:
  When Filled

Community Consolidated School District 62 in Des Plaines, Illinois is seeking a Special Education Cross-Categorical Teacher at Forest Elementary School.

Mission

The mission of District 62 is to cultivate an inclusive, innovative learning environment that inspires students to explore robust academics, advance their potential and to be compassionate lifelong learners.

Qualifications:

1. Completion of a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university. 2.Current valid Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate endorsement. 3. Experience as an elementary school special education teacher is preferred. 4. ESL endorsement is preferred.

District Information:

District 62 has approximately 4,700 students in grades preK-8 in 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 early learning center, and 1 year-round, K-8 school.

Selection Procedure:

All applications will be reviewed and qualified applicants will be recommended for further interview consideration by the building Principal. After interviews are completed, the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources will make a recommendation to the Board of Education via the Superintendent.