Special Education Substitute Teacher - School-Year Impact

Oak Park Elementary District 97; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Park Elementary School District 97 seeks a Special Education Substitute Teacher to support elementary and middle school students with diverse needs. Substitutes are embedded within a school community, delivering instruction, adapting plans, and maintaining an inclusive learning environment.

Candidates should hold a Professional Educator License or Substitute License and a Bachelor's degree; prior elementary or middle school teaching experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Willingness to help supervise students.
• Strong collaboration with teachers and families.
• Ability to communicate with parents and staff.
• Flexibility to adapt to changes on short notice.
• Experience teaching elementary or middle school is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and collaborate regularly with teachers on planning, assessments, and meetings.
• Instruct students in assigned classroom using provided lesson plans or new plans.
• Convey information to prepare students for tests and ensure instruction continues during teacher absence.
• Develop lesson plans as needed and align with district curriculum.
• Attend staff meetings and contribute to professional development activities.
• Assist in developing curricular materials as assigned; perform other duties.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Adaptability

Instruct students

Classroom management

Interpersonal skills

Equity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Professional Educator License or Substitute License

Job description

Oak Park Elementary School District 97 seeks a Special Education Substitute Teacher to support elementary and middle school students with diverse needs. Substitutes are embedded within a school community, delivering instruction, adapting plans, and maintaining an inclusive learning environment.

Candidates should hold a Professional Educator License or Substitute License and a Bachelor's degree; prior elementary or middle school teaching experience is preferred.