Communication Development Self-Contained Special Education Teacher (1.0 FTE)

Communication Development Self-Contained Special Education Teacher (1.0 FTE) LaGrange School District 105 - 5.0 La Grange, IL Job Details Full-time 16 hours ago Qualifications Teaching Certification LBS1

Professional Educator License Special Education Certification Full Job Description JobID:

949

Position Type:

Student Support Services/LD/BD Self-Contained Date Posted:

5/26/2026

Location:

District Administration Office Date Available:

08/17/2026 The following position will be available at School District 105 beginning August 17, 2026:

Position:

Intermediate Communication Development Self-Contained Special Education Teacher - (1.0 FTE)

Requirements:

LBSI Endorsement, Professional Educator License registered in Region 6.

Summary of Job Responsibilities :

Under the direction of the Building Principal, Director of Student Services, and the Special Education Coordinator, the Licensed Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities; evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives; follows State mandated procedures and functions as IEP Case Manager to assigned students. Essential functions of the job may include but are not limited to the following: Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student's IEP. Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques. Employs various teaching techniques, methods and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals. Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include: present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals. Schedules team meetings and works cooperatively with special education and regular education team members and others in developing instructional goals and strategies. Coordinates the delivery of special education services in each student's IEP. Creates a positive learning experience with emphasis in individualized instruction using appropriate materials and resources. Serves as primary contact for parents. Conducts special education evaluations and reevaluations. Provides direction and supervision of educational paraprofessionals, as directed. Complies with School Board policies and all state/federal rules and regulations. Completes all district and state reporting requirements. Other functions of the job include but are not limited to the following: Establishes and maintains behavior intervention plans that meet the individual needs of students. Employs and implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation and mutual respect consistent with district policies and procedures. Collaborates and consults with educational professionals and community service providers (i.e., social services, public health, medical providers etc.) regarding the needs of students. Provides consultation to classroom teachers regarding classroom adaptations, instructional modifications, adaptive equipment, behavior intervention plans and other similar instructional interventions to meet the needs of students with disabilities. Email To A Friend Print Version