Special Education High School Teacher

Job overview

The Special Education High School Teacher role is onsite in Mount Prospect, IL, at North Cook Young Adult Academy. Compensation is $67,677–$71,350 per year. The academy provides alternative educational opportunities for students in grades 6–12, emphasizing a safe, inclusive environment and social-emotional growth. The teacher provides specialized instruction and support, implements individualized education programs, and monitors academic and behavioral progress. Collaboration with families, general education teachers, service providers, and administrators helps students access learning and work toward their individual goals.

What you'll do

• Teach assigned subjects to students with disabilities in grades 6–12
• implement and monitor IEP goals
• provide accommodations and modifications
• use research-based instruction and interventions
• assess student progress
• maintain IEP and progress documentation
• participate in IEP and team meetings
• communicate with families
• collaborate with teachers and support staff
• implement behavior management plans.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

special education teacher

high school

mount prospect il

north cook young adult academy

alternative education

grades 6–12

ieps

inclusive learning

social-emotional growth

behavior management

185-day schedule

$67,677–$71,350 per year

medical insurance

trs retirement

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical and dental insurance for the covered employee
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund pension participation
• life and AD&D insurance
• paid sick and personal days
• employee assistance program
• 403(b)/457(b) savings plans
• some positions may be eligible for tuition reimbursement
• TRS enrollment required.

Why this role

The position follows a 185-day work schedule in an alternative education setting.

About the employer

North Cook Intermediate Service Center & Regional Office of Education is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.