Special Education IEP & ABA Teacher

Illinois Education Job Bank; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Education Job Bank is seeking an elementary educator to develop and implement IEPs, plan engaging lessons, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. The role requires a valid Illinois PEL with LBS1 elementary endorsement, strong communication, and ability to assess student needs.

The teacher will use evidence-based practices (ABA, Structured Teaching, Visual Supports) and monitor progress data to maximize learning outcomes. On-site position with ongoing PD opportunities.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois PEL with LBS1 elementary endorsement.
• Strong interpersonal communication with teachers, students, parents and staff.
• Ability to informally assess learning and behavioral needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs tailored to each student.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons with evidence-based strategies.
• Apply practices such as ABA, Structured Teaching, Visual Supports.
• Implement curriculum with fidelity.
• Communicate progress with parents and caregivers.
• Promote positive behavior support and proactive interventions.
• Collect and analyze progress data to inform instruction.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.
• Perform duties as assigned by school leadership.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration

Education

Illinois PEL with LBS1 elementary endorsement

Tools

ABA

Job description

• Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to the specific needs of each student in the classroom, focusing on academic, social, communication, and behavioral goals.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons using evidence-based strategies and differentiated instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices(such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Structured Teaching, and Visual Supports).
• Implement the approved curriculum with fidelity.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Communicate regularly with parents and caregivers to provide updates on student progress, discuss strategies for supporting learning and behavior at home, and collaborate on IEP development and implementation.
• Implement positive behavior support strategies and proactive interventions to promote a positive and supportive learning environment, including the use of visual supports, structured routines, and sensory accommodations.
• Collect data on student progress towards IEP goals and objectives, analyze data to inform instructional decision-making, and adjust teaching strategies as needed to maximize student learning outcomes.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices
• Perform any other duties as assigned by building principal or student support services administrators.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois PEL with LBS1 elementary endorsement
• Strong interpersonal communication skills in working with teachers, students, parents and staff
• Ability to informally assess learning and behavioral needs of students

First contractual day of the 2026-2027 District 186 180-day calendar