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Primary Special Education Teacher

Duties

  • Provides learning experiences and teaches the course of study prescribed by the district approved
    curriculum.
  • Develops and uses contemporary instructional materials suitable for verbal and/or visual
    instruction of students with wide range of mental, physical and emotional maturity.
  • Provides individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and motivate
    students.
  • Establishes and maintains standards of student control required to achieve effective participation
    in all activities.
  • Evaluates academic and social growth of students and keeps appropriate records.
  • Provides appropriate instruction and activities for students to meet school/district policies, goals
    and objectives.
  • Communicates with parents through a variety of means.
  • Holds parent conferences to discuss the individual student's progress and interpret the school
    program.
  • Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and
    helping students solve health, attitude and learning problems.
  • Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays such as
    bulletin boards, interest centers, etc.
  • Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district
    and/or professional growth activities and university courses.
  • Selects and requisitions instructional materials; maintains inventory records.
  • Cooperates in school-wide supervision of students during out-of-classroom activities
  • Participates in faculty and/or district committees and/or the sponsorship of student activities as
    appropriate.
  • Maintains cooperative working relationships within the workplace.
  • Observes and performs in accordance with policies of the district and by all applicable laws and
    regulations.
  • Is punctual for work, classes, and meetings.
  • Supervises and assists students during arrival, dismissal, and lunch.
  • Other duties in the scope of this position.

Qualifications

  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
    satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Initial passage of a physical is required. Reasonable accommodations may be
    made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    Credential - Valid Illinois license and endorsement authorizing service in grade levels and areas
    assigned.
    Education - Bachelor's degree including all courses to meet credential requirements.
    Experience - Student teaching, Internship, or full-time teaching experience.

Salary/Benefits

  • Starting salary $44,529 with $4,404 TRS Contribution, per current Collective Bargaining Agreement
  • Employee's dental, vision, and life insurance paid by the district
  • $825/month paid toward health insurance

How to Apply

Go to: https://www.oakwood76.org/page/current-job-openings

Submit the "Teacher and ESP Online Job Application" and email a cover letter and resume to OakwoodCUSD76Applications@oakwood76.org

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.oakwood76.org/page/current-job-openings

Job Posting Date

7/21/2026

Start Date

8/17/2026

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