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Special Education Teacher - Middle School

Duties

Rochelle District #231 is seeking a highly motivated qualified individual with effective communication and interpersonal skills. 

Essential duties and responsibilities: 

  • Communicate with all stakeholders in regards to students individual needs and areas of growth through IEP meetings
  • Assess students’ skills and determine their educational needs
  • Adapt general lessons to meet students’ needs
  • Develop Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for each student
  • Plan activities that are specific to each student’s abilities
  • Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups, and one-on-one
  • Implement IEPs, assess students’ performance, and track their progress
  • Update IEPs throughout the school year to reflect students’ progress and goals
  • Discuss students’ progress with parents, other teachers, counselors, and administrators
  • Supervise and mentor teacher assistants who work with students with disabilities
  • Prepare and help students transition from grade to grade and from school to life outside of school

Qualifications

  • Valid Professional Educator License with Middle School Special Education endorsement (or ability to obtain)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education, or related field
  • Effective classroom management and student engagement strategies

Salary/Benefits

  • Salary and benefits determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative school culture

 

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and references to Rochelle Middle School Principal, Katie Smith at ksmith@d231.rochelle.net. 

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.rochelleschools.org/o/d231

Email Address

ksmith@d231.rochelle.net

Job Posting Date

1/6/2026

Start Date

N/A