Special Education Teacher (Five Openings)

Lansing School District 158; Town of Lansing (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package

Paid Time Off

180 Day Calendar

Exempt status

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a Special Education Teacher dedicated to fostering child-centered classrooms and meeting the unique needs of students with special needs. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a related area and hold the necessary Illinois State Board of Education licenses. This position offers a full benefits package and is focused on improving student achievement in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related area.
• Possession of Illinois State Board of Education Professional Educator License (PEL).
• Required endorsements, Illinois Type 03 with LBS1 Endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Provide for engaging child-centered classrooms.
• Work with professionals to meet unique needs of students.
• Maintain effective communication with parents.
• Be a positive part of the educational team focused on continuous improvement.

Skills

Child-centered classroom management

Effective parent communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related area

Illinois State Board of Education Professional Educator License (PEL)

Illinois Type 03 with LBS1 Endorsement

Job description

Position Details

• Position Type: Student Support Services / Special Education Self Contained
• Date Posted: 7/30/2025
• Location: Lansing Elementary School District 158
• Date Available: 08/18/2025
• Closing Date: Until filled

Candidates must demonstrate their ability to succeed in providing for engaging child-centered classrooms where the care and achievement of every student takes priority. Preference will be given to applicants who have knowledge and documented successful experience working with learners having special needs. Additionally, candidates must give evidence of their ability to work with the various professionals in meeting the unique needs of these students as well as provide evidence of effective parent communication skills. Candidates must be willing to be a positive part of the educational team at the school which focuses on the continuous improvement of student achievement in an environment where the whole child is valued.

Description: Special Education Teacher

Please view the attached document for job description information.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related area
• Illinois State Board of Education Professional Educator License (PEL)
• Required State Endorsements, Illinois Type 03 with an LBS1 Endorsement

Compensation:

• Commensurate with experience per LEA Collective Bargaining Agreement; Full Benefits Package, Paid Time Off, 180 Day Calendar, Full-time Status, Exempt

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https://www.applitrack.com/lansing/onlineapp/default.aspx

Attachments:

• Lansing Certified Salary and Benefits Info
• Special Education Teacher.pdf