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.5 Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
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A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$67,513 / year median in Illinois
+3% projected growth
Job Description
True Openings as of 8/11/2026 .5
Early Childhood Special Education Teacher JobID:
16564Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/ Special Education Teacher Date Posted:
8/11/2026Location:
Oak Knoll Early Childhood Center Date Available:
08/12/2026Closing Date:
Until Filled District:
Cary Community Consolidated School District 26 .5 Early Childhood Special Education Teacher Requirements include: Must hold an Early Childhood SPED Teacher License or Early Childhood Special Education Endorsement Must hold a Bachelor Degree in Education.Position Responsibilities:
Responsible for the safety of each child while providing special education services and while leading the classroom daily routine for children. Responsible for learning and following the rules and regulations governing services for children with disabilities according to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Responsible for providing an appropriate Individual Education Plan (IEP) which includes formulating functional goals/objectives and/or outcomes/benchmarks based on a child's individual needs as well provide pertinent information for children's skill development as it applies to their IEP progress and Kindergarten transition process- if applicable.
Skills Required:
General computer skills including working knowledge of the MS Office Suite. Ability to learn new procedures, laws, and software, as needed. Ability to work in a collaborative work environment. Must maintain a high level of confidentiality. Must be reliable, organized and detail oriented. Ability to interact in a positive and effective manner with a wide variety of people including children, parents, families, staff members, and community members in order to promote positive relationships within the work setting and community. Ability to multi-task and manage large and small projects without supervision.Physical/Environmental Requirements:
Must be able to work in a variety of positions, including but not limited to: stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, sitting, etc. Must be able to lift 35 lbs. unassisted.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This is a 2026-2027 position. Salary and benefits commensurate with the CEA contract. Attachment(s): Salary Schedule- New Hire 26-27.pdf Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 8/11/2026 10:52:02 PM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions
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