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1.0 FTE SELF-CONTAINED SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER 8:00 AM - 3:45 PM. Salary is based on Step and Lane using the 2025-2026 Salary Schedule. For more information see below for salary link

Downers Grove Grade School District 58
Full-time
On-site
Illinois, United States

  • Position Type:
      Elementary School Teaching/Special Education Teacher

  • Date Posted:
      11/12/2025

  • Location:
      Kingsley Elementary School

  • Date Available:
      01/05/2026

  •   Description: 
    Self-Contained Special Education Teacher in our BEST program at Kingsley Elementary School

    Behavioral, Emotional and Social Training Program, BEST – The BEST program uses a team approach to serve students with disabilities whose social, emotional and behavioral needs significantly impede their ability to access curriculum exclusively in the general education environment. Programming can include multi-grade grouping and can range from a full self-contained environment to the use of consultative services only.

    Job Summary:
    • Plans instruction to achieve selected objectives.  Works with colleagues to coordinate the instructional planning for grade level and inter-grade level instruction.

    • Plans a program of study in accordance with the district adopted curriculum.

    • Plans purposeful assignments for substitute teachers.

    • Organizes instruction to take into account individual differences among learners.

    • Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.

    • Utilizes appropriate teaching skills to accomplish selected objectives.

    • Demonstrates appropriate presentation skills to engage students in their learning.

    • Employs appropriate monitoring skills.

    • Adjusts the lesson to meet individual student needs.

    • Utilizes appropriate closure techniques.

    • Employs appropriate assessment techniques.

    • Applies appropriate principles of learning.

    • Demonstrates knowledge in the content area.

    • Communicates current and accurate knowledge in the content area in acceptable standard language.

    • Manages the classroom to ensure the best use of instructional time and an environment that promotes learning and student responsibility.

    • Manages classroom time effectively.

    • Manages and provides a classroom climate that promotes self-discipline and the development of realistic and positive self-concepts.

    • Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, interest centers and the use of instructional resources when appropriate to the unit or objectives.

    • Demonstrates appropriate interpersonal skills and maintains a professional rapport with students, staff, and parents.

    • Performs other professional duties as assigned.

    • Assumes responsibilities outside the classroom as they relate to the school. 

    • Follows the policies and procedures of the school district.

    • Fulfills scheduled assignments and extra duties.

    • Engages in professional growth activities.

    • Maintains a professional relationship with the school staff.

    • Maintains personal health, appearance, and attendance consistent with professional standards and district policy.

     

    Qualifications: 

     

    Professional Educator License as required by the State of Illinois.  LBS1 endorsement preferred

    Salary and Benefit Information:

    Click here for Salary and Benefits information: DGEEA Contract 2024-2027.  Salary is based on Step and Lane using the 2025-2026 Salary Schedule page 64. Article 17 Teacher Benefits located on page 48-52.

    Application Procedure:
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