Teacher MAC DL (Intermediate)

Illinois School District U-46; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois School District U-46 is seeking a Bilingual Multi Abilities Classroom (MAC) special education teacher for Highland Elementary. The MAC teacher provides instruction and support for students with significant academic, communication and behavioral needs in a highly structured self-contained setting.

The role involves designing scaffolded instruction, collaborating with related service providers, monitoring progress, and ensuring IEP compliance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge in modified academics.
• Knowledge in positive behavior strategies.
• Knowledge is data collection.
• Ability to be flexible and work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Previous experience in a self-contained setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver instruction aligned to the MAC curriculum, essential elements, and grade level standards, adjusting instruction to meet diverse needs.
• Develop, coordinate and implement evidence-based practices, individualized academic, behavioral, communication systems and social programming in alignment with IEPs.
• Create a predictable, supportive classroom environment that promotes engagement and independence.
• Use data to guide instruction and communicate progress to students, families and staff.
• Collaborate regularly with related service providers, general education teachers and school administrators to ensure coordinated support.
• Serve as the case manager for your students and complete all IEP paperwork.
• Participate in IEP meetings and staffings.
• Provide guidance to paraeducators and ensure consistent implementation of instructional plans.
• Implement positive behavior supports in line with MAC implementation guide and proactive strategies.
• Support students across settings including community-based instruction and transitions.
• Communicate with families regularly about progress and instructional approaches.
• Maintain accurate records and meet timelines for documentation and reporting.
• Participate in school improvement and professional collaboration activities.
• Develop transition plans for students 14+ (Middle/High School).
• Be willing to obtain CPI and Ukeru certification.

Skills

Modified academics

Positive behavior strategies

Data collection

Team collaboration

Self-contained setting experience

Education

LBS1 Endorsement

Job description

• Date Posted:
  9/21/2026
  
• Location:
  Highland Elementary
  
• Date Available:
  ASAP
  
• Closing Date:
  06/01/2027
  

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 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 is 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.