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5th Grade Cross Categorical Spec Ed Teacher

Duties

Description: Full-time Special Education teacher for Highland Elementary Cross-Categorical Special Education Program.

Job Summary:  Applicants must be willing to: 

  • Provide instruction and resource support in core academics and for students with IEPs.
  • Plan and individualize lessons, differentiate instruction, and deliver services to students with a variety of needs.
  • Manage a caseload and write IEPs according to state and Highland CUSD5 guidelines, using online software.
  • Conduct IEP meetings, including annual reviews, IEP reviews, etc.
  • Complete quarterly progress reports on IEP goals.
  • Work collaboratively with general education and fellow special education classroom teachers to deliver services and meet students' needs.
  • Collect, organize, and use data to drive decision-making for academics and behavior.
  • Collaborate with Related Service personnel. Supervise and direct program assistants and individual care aides.
  • Engage in Professional Development opportunities
  • Cooperate with teachers and related service personnel to support school improvement initiatives and a collaborative school culture.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Must meet requirements for reimbursement as an LBS I Endorsed Teacher.

Salary/Benefits

Salary: Based on HEA contract.

Benefits Package for full-time employees - Health Insurance with Cigna, Vision Insurance with EyeMed, Dental with The Principal.

2026 Insurance Rate Sheet

HRA Summary Letter

Additional Notes

Coaching and extracurricular positions available

https://www.highlandcusd5.org/o/highland-elementary

School Report Card

How to Apply

Apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/highlandcusd5/OnlineApp/JobPostings/View.asp?AppliTrackJobId=1182- please upload a letter of interest, resume, 3 letters of professional recommendations, transcripts, and Illinois Teacher license information with your online application.

 

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.applitrack.com/highlandcusd5/onlineapp/default.aspx

Job Posting Date

5/26/2026

Application Deadline

6/30/2026

Start Date

8/10/2026