March 25, 2024
East Aurora School District 131 has the following opening(s) for the 2024-2025 school
year and will accept applications from candidates who may be interested in the position(s)
listed below. Medical, dental, vision, and term life insurance policies are available.
VACANCY NOTICE
POSITION TITLE: Special Education Instructional Teacher (2 Positions)
BUILDING(S): Simmons Middle School
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Days and salary as per the Collective Bargaining
Agreement
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Building Principal or Designee
EVALUATION PROCEDURES: Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement
START DATE: August 19, 2024
JOB ID: 21268
Qualifications

• Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or

university and be properly certified to meet Illinois Teaching License Standards.
A Professional Educator License (PEL) with middle school endorsement, LBS1
Or LBS2 Endorsements Required And ESL Endorsement Preferred.

• Knowledge of Special Education programming, laws, procedures, and paperwork.
• Teaching experience preferred.
• Displays quality work through accuracy and attention to detail.
• Committed to continuous improvement and data based decision-making.
• Effective written, verbal and technology based communication skills.
• Works effectively and productively as a member of a team.
• Ability to work with a linguistically and culturally diverse public.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of child growth and development,

effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and
diagnosis, diagnostic tools and research related to learning.
Job Description / Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the subject area utilizing the common core/content area

standards, social emotional standards, curricula and materials adopted by the
Board of Education.

• Designs the individualized education plan (IEP) for each assigned student which

education program is consistent with the total educational philosophy of the
district, common core and state and federal law.

• Engage the learners in differentiated learning experiences appropriate to their skill

levels and developmental needs and adapt curriculum as needed based on the
identified needs of the students.

• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of learners in individual or small group

instruction.

• Maintain accurate, complete and correct general education and special education

records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations.

• Develop and submit lesson plans, as required.
• Monitor and oversee services provided by teacher assistants and/or other support

personnel assigned to classroom and/or student in classroom.

• Act as case manager for all assigned students.
• Administer and/or monitor state, district and local assessments, as required.
• Submit reports to the appropriate person(s), as required.
• Complete and submit paperwork and reports to the IEP database in a timely

fashion to ensure compliance to all district, local, state and federal guidelines.

• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism with the ability to maintain

confidentiality and personal flexibility in all areas.

• Communicate with parents, administrators and all other applicable school

personnel the student’s academic, social/emotional progress and accommodations.

• Participate in program development, and in the selection of materials and

equipment to support and supplement instruction.

• Direct and supervise students, implement OLWEUS/PBIS and maintain and

document discipline both in and out of the classroom during the assigned
workday.

• Develop students’ critical analysis skills through group discussions using a variety

of mass media and literature.

• Use subject matter knowledge, teaching and learning, and technology to facilitate

experiences that advance student learning, creativity, and innovation in both faceto-
face and virtual environments.

• Exhibit legal and ethical behavior in their professional practices; follow and

implement all district rules, regulations, practices and policies.

• Continuously improve professional practices, model lifelong learning, and exhibit

leadership in the school and professional community.

• Work cooperatively with all staff to deliver educational services relating to the

instruction of children.

• Encourage students to think independently and express original and creative ideas.
• Participate in / attend building and district meetings, as required including PLC

team meetings.

• Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities

provided by the district and/or in self-selected professional growth activities.

• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment,

materials and facilities. Provides appropriate safety instruction.

• Perform any other duties and responsibilities related to the department as may be

requested by then Student Services/Special Education Administrative Team,
Principal or designee.
Application ProcedureApplications should be completed online at https://www.d131.org. Position(s) will
remain open until filled. East Aurora School District 131 is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.