Position: Special Education Teacher (Full-time) (Posted October 17, 2025)
Type of Position: Licensed Position
Projected Starting Date: August 2026
Primary Functions: To teach Special Education as assigned by the building principal.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must have an Illinois Professional Educator License endorsed in the respective area.
Additional Information:
The 2026-27 starting salary for an individual with a bachelor’s degree and zero years of experience is $49,008.00. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance; Sick Days, Personal Leave Days, Sick Leave Bank; Wellness Reimbursement Program.
The high school district of Carbondale, Illinois serves approximately 1,000 students in grades 9-12. Carbondale has a population of 22,000 and is the location of Southern Illinois University.
The high school provides a comprehensive educational program that provides vocational and college preparatory programs that are influenced by extremes in economic and cultural backgrounds within a diverse student population. Comprehensive co-curricular activities are offered in a broad range of programs in athletics, the arts and student clubs. The high school enjoys a well-established tradition of excellence and has the support of the community for its school, faculty and administration.
Carbondale Community High School District 165 is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Carbondale Community High School District 165 makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy at https://boardpolicyonline.com/?b=carbondale&s=75676
Job Description:
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to maximize the learning experience of students with special needs, in academics, interpersonal skills and activities of daily living by implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities, outcomes; addressing students' specific needs; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
Essential Functions:
1. Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
2. Participates and assists in developing Individual Educational Plans ("IEP") for students.
3. Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.
4. Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.
5. Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with social work services.
6. Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
7. Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
8. Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
9. Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
10. Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance.
11. Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Additional Duties:
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:
1. Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.
2. Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
3. Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
4. Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
5. Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
6. Ability to organize and coordinate work.
7. Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
8. Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
9. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
