Duties
Job Summary: Applicants must be willing to:
- Provide instruction and resource support in core academics and study skills for students with IEPs.
- Effectively manage the classroom in accordance with school and district policy.
- 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 on-line software.
- Conduct IEP meetings, including annual reviews, IEP reviews, etc.
- Complete quarterly progress reports on IEP goals.
- Work collaboratively with general education and SpEd classroom teachers to deliver services and meet students' needs.
- Collect, organize, and use data to drive decision-making for academics and behavior.
- Work with related service personnel. Supervise and direct program assistants and individual care aides.
- Engage in Professional Development opportunities and continue to support school improvement initiatives.
- Communicate effectively, both written and verbal.
- Communicate high expectations for teaching and learning.
- Cooperate with teachers and related service personnel to support a collaborative school culture.
- Participate in extracurricular/coaching opportunities as available, i.e., Cross Country, Track and Field, Tennis, and Baseball.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Must hold an LBS I Professional Educator License
Salary/Benefits
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
Salary:
Based on HEA contract.
How to Apply
Thank you for your interest in employment with the Highland Community School District. We are using an online application process for all of our employment opportunities. Please use the link below to complete your online application. https://www.applitrack.com/highlandcusd5/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Student+Support+Services
Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact Shellie Donoho at (618) 654-2106 ext. 1002 or by email at sdonoho@highlandcusd5.org. We appreciate your interest and look forward to assisting you with the application process.