What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher at Terrace Elementary School position at Des Plaines School District 62?
Community Consolidated School District 62 in Des Plaines, Illinois is seeking a Special Education Teacher in the Structured Teaching Education Program (STEP) at Terrace Elementary School for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year.
The Structured Teaching Education Program (STEP) provides educational and related services to students in kindergarten through eighth grade identified with autism spectrum disorders who need social, communication, and behavioral skill development.
Mission
The mission of District 62 is to cultivate an inclusive, innovative learning environment that inspires students to explore robust academics, advance their potential and to be compassionate lifelong learners.
Qualifications
District 62 has approximately 4,900 students in grades preK-8 in 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 early learning center, and 1 year-round, K-8 school.
Compensation Information
Apply online at https://tinyurl.com/D62Hires and complete the online application, including uploading a resume, letter of introduction, references and transcripts.
Selection Procedure
All applications will be reviewed and qualified applicants will be recommended for further interview consideration by the building Principal. After interviews are completed, the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources will make a recommendation to the Board of Education via the Superintendent.
The Structured Teaching Education Program (STEP) provides educational and related services to students in kindergarten through eighth grade identified with autism spectrum disorders who need social, communication, and behavioral skill development.
Mission
The mission of District 62 is to cultivate an inclusive, innovative learning environment that inspires students to explore robust academics, advance their potential and to be compassionate lifelong learners.
Qualifications
- Completion of a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university. 2.Current valid Illinois Professional Educator License with an LBS1 endorsement. 3. Experience as a middle school teacher is preferred. 4. EL/ML endorsement preferred.
District 62 has approximately 4,900 students in grades preK-8 in 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 early learning center, and 1 year-round, K-8 school.
Compensation Information
- This position is part of the Des Plaines Education Association and salaries are part of the collective bargaining agreement. This position includes paid sick and personal time. Salary information can be found here: Certified Salary Information Additional information can be found Under “Contract Information” here: https://www.d62.org/our-story/departments/human-resources
- This position includes fully paid individual health benefits. All benefits information can be found here: https://ccsd62.benefithub.com/app/home
Apply online at https://tinyurl.com/D62Hires and complete the online application, including uploading a resume, letter of introduction, references and transcripts.
Selection Procedure
All applications will be reviewed and qualified applicants will be recommended for further interview consideration by the building Principal. After interviews are completed, the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources will make a recommendation to the Board of Education via the Superintendent.
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