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Certified Support/Procedural Coach Additional Information: Show/Hide ROCKFORD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT #205 Job Title: Special Education Procedural Coach Department: Special Education Supervisor: Special Education Program Administrator Date: March 1, 2018 FLSA Status: Exempt COMPENSATION RANGE: $43,642 - $91,830 per year. Placement on the salary schedule is based on verified, comparable education and experience. For more information on range placement, please review the REA Collective Bargaining Agreement. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: The Special Education Procedural Coach is responsible for applying current rules and regulations to ensure that the IEP is written to support an approved instructional program that will result in students achieving academic success in accordance with applicable law, District requirements and policies; documentation of teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing of specific educational needs of students; providing timely feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Assist and support the planning, development, and implementation of programs designed to meet the individual needs of students: * Ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, and administrative rules that affect special education programs and services. * Support Individual Education Program (IEP) development. * Collaborate with district staff to provide the least restrictive environment (LRE) for students with disabilities within the continuum of programs and services. * Assist in creating the schedule for paraprofessionals to provide individual assistance to students according to their IEP and monitor for efficiency. * Coordinate the implementation of specialized assessments to meet the needs of students with disabilities. This includes assisting with completing a schedule for local and state assessments to ensure students receive accommodations. * Regularly conduct needs assessments of special education students and processes through observations, compliance checks and other means. * Provide ongoing training and technical assistance to school based staff members. * Work cooperatively with building principals and district administrators to resolve issues and ensure the effective and efficient provision of special education programs and services. * Participate with Special Education Administration during Due Process/Mediation hearings. * Participate on a school or district-based team to interview applicants and make hiring recommendations for employment to staff special education programs. * Support families in understanding their student's needs related to their disability and due process under the procedural safeguards. Advocate family participation as a member of the student support team. * Recommend budget items to support appropriate programming that aligns with district initiatives, not otherwise submitted directly to the building principals. * Attend IEP meetings and other student-centered meetings to ensure the appropriate development of implementation of programs and services. * Coordinate and directs transportation requests. * Work with outside agencies (e.g. DCFS, vocational agencies). * Assume any other duties as may from time to time be delegated by the supervisor and the supervisor may make any adjustment in the scope of responsibilities as outlined above which will be in the best interest of the school district. EDUCATION/TRAINING: Must hold current Professional Educator License in a special education related field. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. This description is written primarily for position evaluation purposes. It describes duties and responsibilities which are representative of the nature and level of work assigned to the position. The principal activities are representative and not necessarily all inclusive. A comprehensive benefits package including: * Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance * Voluntary life insurance * Paid Sick and Personal time * Paid holidays * Board-paid TRS (Teachers' Retirement System) * Optional 403(b) plan * Employee assistance program (EAP) OTHER: This describes duties and responsibilities which are representative of the nature and level of work assigned to the position. The identified duties and responsibilities are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the school district and employee and is subject to change by the school district as the needs of the school district and requirements of the job change. Physical Aspects of the Position (Check all that apply) 1. Climbing - Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. 2. Balancing - Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces. 3. X Stooping - Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. 4. X Kneeling - Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees. 5. X Crouching - Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. 6. Crawling - Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet. 7. X Reaching - Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. 8. X Standing - Particularly for sustained periods of time. 9. X Walking - Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances. 10. X Pushing - using upper extremities to press against something with steady force order to thrust forward, downward or outward. 11. X Pulling - Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. 12. X Lifting - Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and required the substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. 13. X Finger use - Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with the fingers rather than the whole hand or arm as in handling. 14. X Grasping - Applying pressure to an object with the fingers or palm. 15. X Talking - Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken word. Those activities in which you must convey detailed or spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly or quickly. 16. X Hearing - Perceiving the nature of sounds. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make fine discriminations in sounds such as when making fine adjustments on machinery. 17. X Repetitive Motions - Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers. The Physical Requirements of the Position (Check one) 1. Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary Work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. 2. X Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of force greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rate for Light Work. 3. Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. 4. Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. 5. Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The visual acuity requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision (Check one) 1. X Machine Operations - inspection, close assembly, clerical, administration. This is a minimum standard for use with those whose work deals largely with preparing and analyzing data and figures, accounting, transcription, computer terminal, extensive reading, or visual inspection. 2. Mechanics - Skilled tradespeople - This is a minimum standard for use with those whose work deals with machines such as power tools, lathes and drills. 3. Mobile Equipment - This is a minimum standard for use with those who operate cars, trucks, forklifts, cranes, and high equipment. 4. Other - This is a minimum standard basis on the criteria of accuracy and neatness of work for janitors, sweepers, etc. The Conditions the Worker will be subject to in this position (Check all that apply) 1. The worker is subject to inside environment conditions. 2. The worker is subject to outside environment conditions. 3. X The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. (Activity occurs inside and outside) 4. The worker is subject to extreme heat or cold for periods of greater that one hour. 5. X The worker is subject to noise which would cause them to have to shout. 6. The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, chemicals, etc.

Galapagos Rockford Charter School is seeking dynamic and innovative Experiential Learning Teachers for the 2025-2026 academic year. The Experiential Learning Teacher will be responsible for designing and implementing hands-on, project-based learning experiences that align with Common Core Standards and cater to the individual needs of each scholar. This role involves integrating real-world applications into the curriculum to enhance student engagement and mastery of academic content. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver experiential learning units that are directly tied to academic standards. Design and implement targeted daily whole group and small group lesson plans, as well as assessments that measure progress towards academic standards. Use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices. Participate in collaborative curriculum development, frequent professional development, and feedback/coaching meetings. Be accountable for scholars' mastery of academic standards. Ensure a structured, orderly, and calm classroom environment through the use of Teach Like a Champion, Calm Classroom, and Collaborative and Proactive Problem Solving techniques. Qualifications Bachelor's degree is required. Minimum of one year of teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred, but not required. Valid Illinois Certification is helpful but not required. Drive to stay focused on scholar achievement and growth even when it is difficult. Grit to be solution-focused and keep going until the desired results are achieved. Growth mindset to see failures and setbacks as challenges to learn from and overcome. Evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player. Belief in and alignment with Galapagos' core beliefs and educational philosophy is non-negotiable. Compensation & Benefits Salary range: $40,000-$75,000, based on experience and qualifications. Comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, life insurance, flexible spending plans, and paid vacation time. Certified staff members receive matching contributions to the teacher pension fund. All staff members are equipped with the tools needed to succeed, including intensive coaching and professional development, a laptop computer, e-mail, high-speed internet access, and all necessary supplies.

Position requires valid IL Administrative license. Job duties include hiring summer school staff; coordinating student registration and student transportation services; monitoring student and staff absences; handling student discipline matters; and conducting parent communications. Monday-Thursday, June 22 - July 30, 2026 Work Day - June 17, 2026 No school July 2 Minimum hourly rate for this position: $50.28

This position will provide professional educational services in Adult Basic Education (ABE) to Persons in our Care (PIOC) in order to meet their assessed individual academic needs. This includes facilitating and managing a classroom, providing instruction, and developing/maintaining a competency-based curriculum. This position will perform assessments and report on student progress. It will also monitor and manage student behavior, attend meetings, and work with other program areas as an inter-disciplinary team member. Salary Information This position is in pay schedule and range 13-04 with pay starting from $27.00/hour - $35.06/hour. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A probationary period is required. This position may receive supplemental (add-on) pay adjustments for additional credits relevant to the position that are over and above the credits needed for certification. This add-on ranges from $0.97/hour to $2.97/hour of additional pay, based on relevant credits and professional development actions, as allowed in Section A (4.12) of the Compensation Plan. In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring: * Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year. * Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance. * An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment. * An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan. * The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives. * Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being. * DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. * Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website. To help you understand what your benefit package would be worth, please see the Total Rewards Calculator here. Job Details This position is not eligible for remote work and will work on site. This is a year-round teaching position and is not seasonal. This Job Opening recruits for multiple vacancies, so schedules may vary significantly based on the particular vacancy. Specifics can be discussed at time of interview. The most common schedule is Monday - Friday 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM. This position is FLSA Exempt. This position is not anticipated to travel on a regular basis, but most DOC positions occasionally travel for training, meetings, conferences, or similar events. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application. The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment. The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting. For more in-depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook. Qualifications Applicants must meet the Adult Basic Education (ABE) credentials determined by the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS). Applicants must meet at least one of the four criteria listed below in order to be eligible to move forward in the selection process: 1) Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Elementary Education or Special Education. 2) Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Secondary Education in the area of English, Math, Reading, Science, or Social Studies 3) Bachelor's Degree (or higher) with a major or minor in English, Math, Reading, Science, or Social Studies 4) Bachelor's Degree (or higher) with 15 combined semester credits in English, Math, Reading, Science, or Social Studies. In general, Health, Art, Music, or Physical Education coursework does not count as Math, Reading, English, Science, or Social Studies. You must UPLOAD your Bachelor's Degree transcripts with your application or you may UPLOAD a copy of an active Teaching License issued by the State of Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (not just entering the number). How To Apply This application requires submission of a resume and your Bachelor's Degree college transcripts. They do not need to be certified transcripts for application; unofficial but complete transcripts are acceptable. One of document types available when uploading documents will be "Transcripts", which is what you should use. If you have an advanced degree that you are using as the basis for your qualification, you should also upload those transcripts, but you still need to upload your Bachelor's Degree transcripts. You can use "Other" if you cannot upload your documents as one file. If you do not have your bachelor's degree transcripts available at the moment, you can substitute a copy of an active Teacher's License from the Wisconsin DPI for the application process. The license is not required for the position, but is a means of applying before obtaining your transcripts. You will still need to supply your transcripts at time of interview as they are required for the hiring process. One of document types available when uploading documents will be "License/Certification", which is what you should use. If you encounter difficulties please seek support before submitting your application. Applications without transcripts (or an uploaded DPI license) will not be eligible to advance to the next step of the selection process. Your resume should detail your training and experience specifically related to the qualifications section listed in the job posting, especially if there is anything that needs to be elaborated on regarding your transcripts. Transcripts and resumes will be evaluated by a job expert and candidates that meet the qualifications will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. To apply: Click on "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application. Submitted materials will be evaluated by a job expert and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered. The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program. Questions can be directed to Athena Foster, HR Specialist - Senior, at ***************************. Deadline to Apply Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the needs of the department are met. This posting will be up until: Wednesday June 17th, 2026. At that time, we anticipate creating a new job opening to continue recruiting for this classification, and individuals will need to reapply to be considered. Applications are processed every week, usually on Thursdays. After your application is processed, you will receive an eligibility designation. The register created from this announcement will be used to fill vacancies, statewide, as they occur for up to 6 months. For general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Commonly Asked Questions page. Some users report better performance when using the Chrome browser.

Hello! Amergis Educational Staffing is searching for 2nd GRADE GENERAL ED TEACHERS to join our team of incredible professionals working in school systems within BELOIT WI !! Here are the details for a great opportunity: -Length: 25-26 school year -Hours: 37.5 hour work week -Detail: Start 1/26 This role involves leading a 2nd grade general education classroom, implementing instructional plans, supporting student growth, and collaborating with school staff. The assignment begins immediately and continues through June. -Pay: $40/hour Amergis offers the following benefits: + Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance + 401k Program + Competitive (weekly) Pay + Flexible Scheduling + Direct Deposit + Travel Benefits (as applicable) + 24 hour on-call service Amergis is a leading provider of home healthcare, medical-related staffing, travel nursing, and population health and wellness services across the United States. As an established community partner, we have been making a difference in the lives of our employees, caregivers, and patients for more than 25 years. Our commitment to customer service, improving patient care, and staffing experienced healthcare professionals has paved the way for many rewarding career opportunities in the healthcare industry. Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is for the 2026-2027 school year The duties are those typical of a High School Special Education Teacher. To see the course offerings at RTHS visit RTHS Curriculum Guide. Candidate must be able to handle both teaching and case managing duties. A willingness to participate in extra-curricular coaching and/or leadership positions is strongly encouraged. There are a variety of extra positions available. An individual with any of these endorsements is encouraged to apply. Qualifications Must have a valid Type 09 or Type 10 certificate with an LBSI endorsement and meet highly qualified status. The candidate must be able to handle both teaching and case managing duties. An individual with multiple endorsements is highly coveted. Salary/Benefits Competitive Salary (base salary for 25-26 at BA $42,830, MA $49,255, $68,533 10 years), full paid TRS, full single health insurance and dental, and $20,000 Term Life Insurance. Additional Notes This position is critical to RTHS student growth and College and Career Readiness. RTHS operates as a Professional Learning Community with weekly teacher collaboration time and offers an active mentor program. Co-curricular participation is encouraged. There are a variety of extra positions available An individual with any of these endorsements is encouraged to apply. How to Apply Send resume and letter of interest to Dr. Christopher R. Lewis, Principal, via email at ******************* . RTHS is actively looking to hire this position and reserves the right to begin interviewing prior to the deadline date provided in this posting. If interested, do not wait to send your information. Email Address ******************* School District **************** Position Website **************** ILearn Link ILearn Report Card Link District Report Card Job Posting Date 1/6/2026 Start Date 8/10/2026

Prime HealthCare Staffing, a national staffing company with over 20 years in the business, specializes in working with Special Education professionals across the nation. Prime HCS has a need for an experienced School Occupational Therapist for an FLMA coverage opportunity for March-May 2026. This is a full time position during this period supporting Elementary age students in resource and self-contained classrooms in a northern Illinois school system. Prime Benefits • First Day Medical, Dental, Vision and Rx benefits • Housing and Meal stipends • 401(k) Savings plan after 90 days • Travel/Licensure Reimbursement • Referral Bonus Plan • Assignment Bonus on select assignments (ask your recruiter for details) • Weekly Direct Deposit Qualifications • Current BLS (AHA Preferred) • Active State License • Supervisory Professional References • Must complete Drug Screen and Background Screen Submit your resume and experience the Prime difference or call ************ for more details.

Job Title: Special Education Teacher Employment Type: Full-Time Pay Rate: $50.00/hour We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to join our Rockford school community. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting students with diverse learning needs in a collaborative and supportive environment. Responsibilities: Provide direct instruction and support to students in alignment with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Develop and implement lesson plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each student. Monitor and document student progress toward IEP goals. Collaborate with general education teachers, support staff, and parents to ensure successful student outcomes. Participate in IEP meetings, evaluations, and progress reviews. Foster an inclusive classroom environment that encourages growth, independence, and confidence. Qualifications: Bachelor s degree in Special Education or related field. Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Special Education endorsement. Experience working with students with mild to moderate disabilities preferred. Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills. Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off 401(k) Retirement Plan Apply now: If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students with special needs, we want to hear from you. Submit your resume to *********************** #promoted

Full-time Description ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Share and support the mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives of the school. Teach Catholic values and stories of faith through the daily curriculum. Provide instruction using play-based learning and hands-on teaching methods. Maintain classroom order and promote a positive, respectful, and faith-centered environment. Incorporate Catholic values into interactions and classroom management. Ensure the safety and well-being of students at all times. Supervise students in various settings, including the classroom, lunchroom, and outdoor recess areas. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS · Witness of Gospel values · Enthusiasm for teaching children · Mature judgment and professional decorum · Flexibility, sense of humor, and independent thinking · Tolerance, sensitivity, and understanding toward children and adults · Good physical and mental health · Professionalism in attire, communication and demeanor · Well-developed verbal and written communication skills Additional Requirements: 1. Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree (Policy #4211) 2. Appropriate Illinois State certification 3. Maintain documentation and complete recertification on time 4. Complete diocesan requirements for religious instruction within three years of employment; maintain 18 hours of religious certification formation every three years 5. Demonstrate initiative, accountability, and positive communication with colleagues and administration 6. Maintain discretion with confidential or official information 7. Stay current in educational research and catechetical resources Benefits click here Staring wage for SY 26/27 based on level of education (BA/BS -- MA/MS +30): $31,505 -- $35,831.

High School Teaching District: Dixon Cmty Unit Sch Dist 170 Lee County Special Education Association Dixon, Illinois September 2nd, 2025 LIFE SKILLS SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER Applications are being accepted for a High School Life Skills Teaching position at Lee County Special Education Association for the 2025-2026 school year. QUALIFICATIONS 1. Valid teaching license issued by ISBE, with an LBS1 endorsement SALARY AND FRINGE BENEFITS The 2025-2026 base salary and benefits, as agreed upon by the Lee County Special Educational Association and Board of Control, for teachers will be finalized and updated once contract negotiations are completed. Fifteen (15) days per year sick leave Three (3) days personal leave per year. Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance offered Teachers Retirement System APPLY TO Mrs. Corena Steinmeyer Director of Lee County Special Education Association 1335 Franklin Grove Rd. Dixon, IL 61021 Complete the online application found on our website at dps170.org For the application process to be considered, please provide the following information: on-line application, letter of interest, resume, and letters of reference. All are required and must be submitted online to Mrs. Corena Steinmeyer, by 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 16th, 2025.

STATUS: Full-time, seasonal ANTICIPATED STARTING RATE: $16.75 per hour HOURLY RATE RANGE: $16.50-$18.57 per hour Be actively involved in the husbandry (cleaning/feeding) of the resident raptors, reptiles, feeder colonies as well as rehabilitating wildlife. Participate in our Blanding's turtle and smooth green snake head-starting projects as well as the bluebird trail monitoring program. Contribute to environmental education programs and development of program materials/wildlife artifacts. Enhance your communication and customer service skills in responding to wildlife related inquiries from the public. This is a 40 hour per week position including weekends and lasts for 12 weeks. Applicant should be working towards a Bachelor's degree or a beginning professional in biology, environmental education, or a related field or possess equivalent experience. Position starts mid/late May, ends mid/late August. Since driving is an essential part of the job, you must have a current, valid driver's license and complete a pre-employment drug screening. Job requirements require occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs., walking up and down stairs, and working outside in the heat and rain with biting invertebrates. Animal handling experience is a plus. INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY: If you need to obtain college credits through an internship, we are open to discussing the criteria needed to determine if we have the time and resources to fulfill those needs. BENEFITS: Accrual of paid leave under the Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act. CLOSING DATE: Open until filled. Evaluation of applications begins as soon as applications are received. Submitting an application early is encouraged. APPLICATION: A cover letter, résumé, transcript (unofficial), and three references' contact information need to be included with the online application. Questions: Contact Human Resources at ************. Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion We are committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and fairness in our workforce, culture, and programming so that our work reflects and celebrates the communities we serve. We strive for an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates diverse voices in service to conservation. Further, the McHenry County Conservation District (the "District") IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Employment with the District is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, age, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, marital status, mental or physical disability, pregnancy or related medical conditions or any other legally protected status. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/ interview process should notify the Human Resources Manager. We require applicants to have a current, valid driver's license and complete a pre-employment drug screening due to driving being essential to the job.

Certified Support/Procedural Coach Additional Information: Show/Hide ROCKFORD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT #205 Job Title: Special Education Procedural Coach Department: Special Education Supervisor: Special Education Program Administrator Date: March 1, 2018 FLSA Status: Exempt COMPENSATION RANGE: $43,642 - $91,830 per year. Placement on the salary schedule is based on verified, comparable education and experience. For more information on range placement, please review the REA Collective Bargaining Agreement. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: The Special Education Procedural Coach is responsible for applying current rules and regulations to ensure that the IEP is written to support an approved instructional program that will result in students achieving academic success in accordance with applicable law, District requirements and policies; documentation of teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing of specific educational needs of students; providing timely feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Assist and support the planning, development, and implementation of programs designed to meet the individual needs of students: * Ensure compliance with all laws, regulations, and administrative rules that affect special education programs and services. * Support Individual Education Program (IEP) development. * Collaborate with district staff to provide the least restrictive environment (LRE) for students with disabilities within the continuum of programs and services. * Assist in creating the schedule for paraprofessionals to provide individual assistance to students according to their IEP and monitor for efficiency. * Coordinate the implementation of specialized assessments to meet the needs of students with disabilities. This includes assisting with completing a schedule for local and state assessments to ensure students receive accommodations. * Regularly conduct needs assessments of special education students and processes through observations, compliance checks and other means. * Provide ongoing training and technical assistance to school based staff members. * Work cooperatively with building principals and district administrators to resolve issues and ensure the effective and efficient provision of special education programs and services. * Participate with Special Education Administration during Due Process/Mediation hearings. * Participate on a school or district-based team to interview applicants and make hiring recommendations for employment to staff special education programs. * Support families in understanding their student's needs related to their disability and due process under the procedural safeguards. Advocate family participation as a member of the student support team. * Recommend budget items to support appropriate programming that aligns with district initiatives, not otherwise submitted directly to the building principals. * Attend IEP meetings and other student-centered meetings to ensure the appropriate development of implementation of programs and services. * Coordinate and directs transportation requests. * Work with outside agencies (e.g. DCFS, vocational agencies). * Assume any other duties as may from time to time be delegated by the supervisor and the supervisor may make any adjustment in the scope of responsibilities as outlined above which will be in the best interest of the school district. EDUCATION/TRAINING: Must hold current Professional Educator License in a special education related field. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. This description is written primarily for position evaluation purposes. It describes duties and responsibilities which are representative of the nature and level of work assigned to the position. The principal activities are representative and not necessarily all inclusive. A comprehensive benefits package including: * Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance * Voluntary life insurance * Paid Sick and Personal time * Paid holidays * Board-paid TRS (Teachers' Retirement System) * Optional 403(b) plan * Employee assistance program (EAP) OTHER: This describes duties and responsibilities which are representative of the nature and level of work assigned to the position. The identified duties and responsibilities are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the school district and employee and is subject to change by the school district as the needs of the school district and requirements of the job change. Physical Aspects of the Position (Check all that apply) 1. Climbing - Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. 2. Balancing - Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces. 3. X Stooping - Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. 4. X Kneeling - Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees. 5. X Crouching - Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. 6. Crawling - Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet. 7. X Reaching - Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. 8. X Standing - Particularly for sustained periods of time. 9. X Walking - Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances. 10. X Pushing - using upper extremities to press against something with steady force order to thrust forward, downward or outward. 11. X Pulling - Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. 12. X Lifting - Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and required the substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. 13. X Finger use - Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with the fingers rather than the whole hand or arm as in handling. 14. X Grasping - Applying pressure to an object with the fingers or palm. 15. X Talking - Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken word. Those activities in which you must convey detailed or spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly or quickly. 16. X Hearing - Perceiving the nature of sounds. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make fine discriminations in sounds such as when making fine adjustments on machinery. 17. X Repetitive Motions - Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers. The Physical Requirements of the Position (Check one) 1. Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary Work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. 2. X Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of force greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rate for Light Work. 3. Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. 4. Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. 5. Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The visual acuity requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision (Check one) 1. X Machine Operations - inspection, close assembly, clerical, administration. This is a minimum standard for use with those whose work deals largely with preparing and analyzing data and figures, accounting, transcription, computer terminal, extensive reading, or visual inspection. 2. Mechanics - Skilled tradespeople - This is a minimum standard for use with those whose work deals with machines such as power tools, lathes and drills. 3. Mobile Equipment - This is a minimum standard for use with those who operate cars, trucks, forklifts, cranes, and high equipment. 4. Other - This is a minimum standard basis on the criteria of accuracy and neatness of work for janitors, sweepers, etc. The Conditions the Worker will be subject to in this position (Check all that apply) 1. The worker is subject to inside environment conditions. 2. The worker is subject to outside environment conditions. 3. X The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. (Activity occurs inside and outside) 4. The worker is subject to extreme heat or cold for periods of greater that one hour. 5. X The worker is subject to noise which would cause them to have to shout. 6. The worker is subject to hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, chemicals, etc.

IL Administrative license preferred. Job duties include hiring staff for Gear Up Program; coordinating student registration and student transportation services; monitoring student and staff absences; handling student discipline matters; and conducting parent communications. Monday-Thursday, July 27 - August 6, 2026 Work Day - July 23, 2026 Minumum hourly rate: $50.28

This position will provide professional educational services in Adult Basic Education (ABE) to Persons in our Care (PIOC) in order to meet their assessed individual academic needs. This includes facilitating and managing a classroom, providing instruction, and developing/maintaining a competency-based curriculum. This position will perform assessments and report on student progress. It will also monitor and manage student behavior, attend meetings, and work with other program areas as an inter-disciplinary team member. Salary Information This position is in pay schedule and range 13-04 with pay starting from $27.00/hour - $35.06/hour. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A probationary period is required. This position may receive supplemental (add-on) pay adjustments for additional credits relevant to the position that are over and above the credits needed for certification. This add-on ranges from $0.97/hour to $2.97/hour of additional pay, based on relevant credits and professional development actions, as allowed in Section A (4.12) of the Compensation Plan. In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring: * Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year. * Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance. * An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment. * An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan. * The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives. * Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being. * DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. * Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website. To help you understand what your benefit package would be worth, please see the Total Rewards Calculator here. Job Details This position is not eligible for remote work and will work on site. This is a year-round teaching position and is not seasonal. This Job Opening recruits for multiple vacancies, so schedules may vary significantly based on the particular vacancy. Specifics can be discussed at time of interview. The most common schedule is Monday - Friday 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM. This position is FLSA Exempt. This position is not anticipated to travel on a regular basis, but most DOC positions occasionally travel for training, meetings, conferences, or similar events. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application. The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment. The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting. For more in-depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook. Qualifications Applicants must meet the Adult Basic Education (ABE) credentials determined by the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS). Applicants must meet at least one of the four criteria listed below in order to be eligible to move forward in the selection process: 1) Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Elementary Education or Special Education. 2) Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Secondary Education in the area of English, Math, Reading, Science, or Social Studies 3) Bachelor's Degree (or higher) with a major or minor in English, Math, Reading, Science, or Social Studies 4) Bachelor's Degree (or higher) with 15 combined semester credits in English, Math, Reading, Science, or Social Studies. In general, Health, Art, Music, or Physical Education coursework does not count as Math, Reading, English, Science, or Social Studies. You must UPLOAD your Bachelor's Degree transcripts with your application or you may UPLOAD a copy of an active Teaching License issued by the State of Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (not just entering the number). How To Apply This application requires submission of a resume and your Bachelor's Degree college transcripts. They do not need to be certified transcripts for application; unofficial but complete transcripts are acceptable. One of document types available when uploading documents will be "Transcripts", which is what you should use. If you have an advanced degree that you are using as the basis for your qualification, you should also upload those transcripts, but you still need to upload your Bachelor's Degree transcripts. You can use "Other" if you cannot upload your documents as one file. If you do not have your bachelor's degree transcripts available at the moment, you can substitute a copy of an active Teacher's License from the Wisconsin DPI for the application process. The license is not required for the position, but is a means of applying before obtaining your transcripts. You will still need to supply your transcripts at time of interview as they are required for the hiring process. One of document types available when uploading documents will be "License/Certification", which is what you should use. If you encounter difficulties please seek support before submitting your application. Applications without transcripts (or an uploaded DPI license) will not be eligible to advance to the next step of the selection process. Your resume should detail your training and experience specifically related to the qualifications section listed in the job posting, especially if there is anything that needs to be elaborated on regarding your transcripts. Transcripts and resumes will be evaluated by a job expert and candidates that meet the qualifications will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. To apply: Click on "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application. Submitted materials will be evaluated by a job expert and qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered. The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program. Questions can be directed to Athena Foster, HR Specialist - Senior, at ***************************. Deadline to Apply Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the needs of the department are met. This posting will be up until: Wednesday June 17th, 2026. At that time, we anticipate creating a new job opening to continue recruiting for this classification, and individuals will need to reapply to be considered. Applications are processed every week, usually on Thursdays. After your application is processed, you will receive an eligibility designation. The register created from this announcement will be used to fill vacancies, statewide, as they occur for up to 6 months. For general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Commonly Asked Questions page. Some users report better performance when using the Chrome browser.

Birch Agency is seeking a Special Education Teacher for an elementary resource position near Kirkland, Illinois. This full-time, school-based role is available for the remainder of the current school year and offers an opportunity to support elementary students with diverse learning needs in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities: Provide resource-level special education instruction to elementary students Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals and accommodations Collaborate with general education teachers and support staff Participate in IEP meetings and maintain required documentation Track student progress and adjust instruction as needed Qualifications: Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with appropriate Special Education endorsement (LBS I preferred) Previous elementary or resource classroom experience preferred Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills Commitment to supporting student success Why Birch Agency: Competitive hourly pay based on experience Consistent full-time school schedule Supportive recruiting and clinical team Opportunity to make a meaningful impact for the remainder of the school year Apply today to join Birch Agency and support elementary students near Kirkland, IL! Send your resume to Angel Valdez at *********************** #promoted

Instructor Responsibilities * Maximize time on task by ensuring that all classroom lessons and activities are directly tied to standards * Participate in collaborative curriculum development, frequent professional development, and feedback/coaching meetings * Design and implement targeted daily whole group and small group lesson plans, as well as assessments that measure progress towards academic standards * Use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices * Be accountable for scholars' mastery of academic standards * Ensure a structured, orderly, and calm classroom environment through the use of Teach Like a Champion, Calm Classroom, and Responsive Classroom techniques Qualifications Instructor Qualifications * Drive to stay focused on scholar achievement and growth even when it is difficult * Grit to be solution-focused and keep going until the desired results are achieved * Growth mindset to see failures and setbacks as challenges to learn from and overcome * Evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player * Bachelor's degree is required * Minimum of one year of teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred, but not required. * Valid Illinois Certification is helpful but not required. * Belief in and alignment with Galapagos' core beliefs and educational philosophy is non-negotiable. Salary/Benefits Compensation Starting salary offers are based on relevant experience, potential for growth, and overall fit. Instructors are eligible for medical and dental benefits, life insurance, flex spending plans, and paid vacation time. Certified staff members also receive matching contributions to the teacher pension fund. All staff members are equipped with the tools needed to succeed, including intensive coaching and professional development, a laptop computer, e-mail, high-speed internet access, and all necessary supplies. Additional Notes Who are we looking for? Galapagos is looking for driven educators who truly believe in the ability of all children to succeed at the highest levels. Our staff works incredibly hard to deliver rigorous, individualized, data-driven and explicit instruction to our scholars. Our instructors spend a significant amount of time planning units, assessments, and lessons that align with the Common Core Standards and also meet the individual needs of each scholar in their class. We are looking for people who value growth, not perfection- but are always striving to be the absolute best. Instructors are the key to our scholars' success. We believe that there is nothing more influential to scholar performance than the quality of the classroom instructor. We are looking for instructors who are committed to learning and growing personally and professionally, as well as continually revising and improving our curriculum, assessments, and instruction as part of the Galapagos team. How to Apply Go to RockfordCharter.org to fill out an application! School District *********************** ILearn Link ILearn Report Card Link District Report Card Job Posting Date 12/4/2025 Start Date N/A Email for More Information *******************************

Job Description STATUS: Full-time, seasonal ANTICIPATED STARTING RATE: $16.75 per hour HOURLY RATE RANGE: $16.50-$18.57 per hour Be actively involved in the husbandry (cleaning/feeding) of the resident raptors, reptiles, feeder colonies as well as rehabilitating wildlife. Participate in our Blanding's turtle and smooth green snake head-starting projects as well as the bluebird trail monitoring program. Contribute to environmental education programs and development of program materials/wildlife artifacts. Enhance your communication and customer service skills in responding to wildlife related inquiries from the public. This is a 40 hour per week position including weekends and lasts for 12 weeks. Applicant should be working towards a Bachelor's degree or a beginning professional in biology, environmental education, or a related field or possess equivalent experience. Position starts mid/late May, ends mid/late August. Since driving is an essential part of the job, you must have a current, valid driver's license and complete a pre-employment drug screening. Job requirements require occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs., walking up and down stairs, and working outside in the heat and rain with biting invertebrates. Animal handling experience is a plus. INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY: If you need to obtain college credits through an internship, we are open to discussing the criteria needed to determine if we have the time and resources to fulfill those needs. BENEFITS: Accrual of paid leave under the Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act. CLOSING DATE: Open until filled. Evaluation of applications begins as soon as applications are received. Submitting an application early is encouraged. APPLICATION: A cover letter, résumé, transcript (unofficial), and three references' contact information need to be included with the online application. Questions: Contact Human Resources at ************. Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion We are committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and fairness in our workforce, culture, and programming so that our work reflects and celebrates the communities we serve. We strive for an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates diverse voices in service to conservation. Further, the McHenry County Conservation District (the "District") IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Employment with the District is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, age, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, marital status, mental or physical disability, pregnancy or related medical conditions or any other legally protected status. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/ interview process should notify the Human Resources Manager. We require applicants to have a current, valid driver's license and complete a pre-employment drug screening due to driving being essential to the job. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

This is a part-time position for the 2025-2026 school year, 6 hours per day, 5 days per week, minimum $18.10 per hour. This position will work in the woods classroom and will be assigned to various other classrooms as needed. This position requires a paraprofessional license issued by the Illinois State Board of Education Associate, Special Education Classroom Job Description District 200 is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications Certification in ESL English as a Second Language Salary/Benefits Full TRS benefits paid Individual health & dental insurance benefits and family insurance offered Additional Notes Salary range : $45,819- $97,525 How to Apply ***************************************************** Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page ***************************************************** Email Address ************** School District CUSD #5 Position Website ***************************************************** ILearn Link ILearn Report Card Link District Report Card Job Posting Date 12/11/2025 Application Deadline 7/31/2026 Start Date 8/10/2026