Special Education Teacher - Bilingual Spanish (BH)

Oswego Community Unit School District 308; Illinois; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Special Education Teacher - Bilingual Spanish to provide direct services to students with disabilities. The role involves managing a caseload, collaborating with staff, and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs). Candidates must possess a valid Illinois Professional Educator License with LBS I and Bilingual endorsements, along with recent teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with LBS I and Bilingual endorsements.
• Recent special education teaching experience required.
• Ability to write and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to students with disabilities aged 3-21.
• Manage a caseload and participate in IEP teams.
• Monitor student progress and communicate with parents and staff.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Collaboration

Education

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

LBS I endorsement

Bilingual Endorsement

Job description

Special Education Teacher - Bilingual Spanish (BH) JobID: 15218

• Date Posted: 5/5/2025
• Location: Boulder Hill Elementary School

COMPENSATION

Per Teacher Salary Schedule based on education and experience. District 308 grants experience credit on the salary schedule for up to 10 years of prior, verifiable, contractual full-time teaching experience.

UNION MEMBERSHIP

This position is represented by the Oswego Education Association (OEA) and requires payment of membership dues or a fair share of the costs of services rendered by the Association.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A valid/registered Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with LBS I endorsement & Bilingual Endorsement
• Recent special education teaching experience (excluding new graduates)
• Knowledge of current teaching techniques for students with disabilities
• Ability to write & implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, families, team members, and others

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Special Education Teacher provides direct services to students with disabilities aged 3-21 and collaborates with general and special education staff to support these students. Responsibilities include managing a caseload, participating in IEP teams, and monitoring student progress.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide collaborative consultation to staff regarding MTSS prereferral intervention strategies.
2. Participate in team meetings, planning times, building committees, and district committees.
3. Screen and evaluate students, conduct observations, and write reports with evaluation findings and educational recommendations.
4. Re-evaluate students as recommended by the IEP team.
5. Submit records, reports, and assignments promptly and efficiently.
6. Contribute evaluation findings and collaborate on IEP development and implementation.
7. Work cooperatively to achieve IEP goals and benchmarks.
8. Manage a caseload of students with disabilities.
9. Provide individualized instruction and consult with teachers and other providers.
10. Maintain student data to document performance and other relevant information.
11. Monitor student progress regularly.
12. Communicate with parents, teachers, and staff regarding student performance.
13. Participate in professional development activities.
14. Support and implement district policies, procedures, and regulations.
15. Adhere to ethical standards and legal requirements in special education.
16. Perform other duties as assigned to ensure effective teaching and learning.