Teacher Bilingual Early Childhood MAC

Illinois School District U-46; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois School District U-46 is seeking a Bilingual Multi Abilities Classroom (MAC) special education teacher in Elgin, Illinois. This role focuses on providing instructional support for students with significant academic, communication, and behavioral needs within a self-contained setting, along with IEP compliance.

The ideal candidate will hold an Illinois Professional Educator License with LBS1 endorsement, possess experience in modified academics and positive behavior strategies, and be committed to building a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge in modified academics.
• Ability to be flexible and work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Previous experience in a self-contained setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver instructional plans aligned to individual IEPs.
• Collaborate with service providers and teachers to support students' needs.
• Maintain accurate records and meet all compliance requirements.
• Implement positive behavior supports using proactive strategies.

Skills

Collaborative team work

Knowledge of data collection

Experience in modified academics

Knowledge in positive behavior strategies

Education

Illinois Professional Educator License with LBS1 Endorsement

Job description

Position Summary

The Bilingual Multi Abilities Classroom (MAC) special education teacher provides instruction and support for students with significant academic learning, communication and behavioral needs in a highly structured and consistent self‑contained setting. The MAC teacher designs and delivers scaffold instruction aligned to the Essential Elements, collaborates with related service providers and school teams, and creates a predictable, supportive classroom environment that promotes academic and social emotional growth, communication, independence and engagement. The MAC teacher monitors progress, implements evidence‑based practices, maintains compliance with IEP requirements, and partners with families to support student success.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver instruction aligned to the MAC curriculum, essential elements, and grade level standards, adjusting instruction to meet a range of learning, communication, social emotional and behavioral 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 the MAC implementation guide, including safe and proactive strategies for responding to student behavior.
• 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 modified academics
• Knowledge in positive behavior strategies
• Knowledge of data collection
• Ability to be flexible and work collaboratively in a team environment
• 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