Teacher BIL PREP

Illinois School District U-46; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The Promoting Readiness, Empowerment and Purpose (PREP) Classroom Teacher at Illinois School District U-46 provides instruction and support for students on the autism spectrum in a self-contained setting, aligned to grade-level standards and IEP requirements.

The teacher monitors progress, collaborates with families and staff, and promotes independence, communication, social skills and executive functioning.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of positive behavior strategies
• Data collection skills to monitor progress
• Ability to be flexible and collaborate in a team
• Familiarity with general education standards preferred
• Experience in a self-contained setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver instruction aligned to core curriculum and grade-level standards
• Develop and implement IEP-based supports with progress monitoring
• Create a predictable, supportive classroom environment
• Use data to guide instruction and communicate progress
• Collaborate with related service providers and general education staff
• Serve as case manager and complete IEP paperwork
• Participate in IEP meetings and team meetings
• Provide guidance to paraprofessionals and ensure consistent implementation
• Use positive behavior supports and CPI/Ukeru-aligned approaches
• Support cross-setting student participation (community, specials, transitions)
• Communicate with families about progress and needs
• Maintain records and meet timelines for documentation and assessments
• Participate in school improvement and professional collaboration
• Develop transition plans for students 14+ years old
• Be willing to obtain CPI and Ukeru training
• Attend up to two summer PD days
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Positive behavior strategies

Data collection

Team collaboration

General education curriculum knowledge

Self-contained setting experience

Education

Illinois Professional Educator License with LBS1 Endorsement

Job description

• Position Type: Special Education/ Promoting Readiness, Empowerment and Purpose (PREP) Classroom
• Date Posted: 9/10/2026
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: 06/01/2027

Position / Title: Promoting Readiness, Empowerment and Purpose (PREP) Classroom Teacher

Bargaining Unit: ETA

Department/Location: Specialized Student Services

Calendar Days: 18 4

Reports To: Building Principal

JD Revision Date: 12/1/2025

Supervises: N/A

Function / Position Summary

The Promoting Readiness, Empowerment and Purpose (PREP) special education teacher provides instruction and support for students on the autism spectrum and other students with similar needs in a self-contained setting with students who can access general education, grade level curriculum. The teacher delivers standards-based instruction, builds student independence, embeds communication skills, social skills and executive functioning supports through a structured, predictable classroom that strengthens academic engagement, social confidence and self-advocacy. The PREP teacher monitors progress, implements evidence-based practices, maintains compliance with IEP requirements, and partners with families to support student success in both general education and self-contained settings.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver instruction aligned to the general education core curriculum and grade level standards, adjusting instruction to meet a range of learning, communication and executive functioning needs.
• Develop, coordinate and implement evidence-based practices, individualized academic, behavioral, communication systems and social programming in alignment with each student's IEP, including progress monitoring and documentation.
• Create a predictable, supportive classroom environment that promotes engagement, safety, communication and independence for all students.
• Use data to guide instruction, adjust supports and communicate progress to students, families and staff.
• Collaborate regularly with related service providers, general education teachers, school administrators and other team members to ensure coordinated support and alignment of services.
• Serve as the case manager for your students, complete all IEP paperwork in accordance with district, state and federal requirements.
• Participate in IEP meetings, service team meetings and other required staffings,
• Provide guidance to paraeducators, ensuring consistent implementation of instructional plans, behavior supports, social development and communication systems throughout the school day.
• Implement positive behavior supports using approaches aligned to PREP expectations, including safe and proactive strategies for responding to student behavior, with an emphasis on supporting self-regulation and independence.
• Integrate strategies that strengthen social communication and peer interaction within both general education and self-contained environments.
• Support students across settings, which may include community-based instruction, specials, transitions and other school activities as determined by student needs.
• Communicate with families regularly to support understanding of student progress, instructional approaches, behavior supports and other student needs.
• Maintain accurate records and meet all timelines for documentation, assessments, progress reporting and compliance requirements.
• Participate in school improvement efforts and professional collaboration activities, including building level and district level committees when appropriate.
• Develop meaningful transition plans and summary of performance for students 14 years or older (Middle School and High School only).
• Be willing to complete and maintain certification in CPI and Ukeru to support safe, proactive approaches to behavior support.
• Attend up to two professional development days held during the summer as scheduled by the district.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

• Illinois Professional Educator License with LBS1 Endorsement required

Experience / Knowledge

• Knowledge in positive behavior strategies
• Knowledge is data collection
• Ability to be flexible and work collaboratively in a team environment
• Knowledge in general education curriculum or content specific areas preferred
• Previous experience in a self-contained setting preferred

Physical Demands

• Lifting may be required as needed
• Assisting with toileting needs may be required as needed
• Ability to perform CPI approved restraint once trained

Terms of Employment

• This is a 9-month position.
• Salary and benefits are established by the Board of Education
• The starting salary for this role is $60,689.