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Substitute Teacher (Personal Service Contract) at the Agency

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Job Requisition ID:51944Opening Date: 12/08/2025Closing Date: 12/19/2025Agency:Department of Human ServicesClass Title:CONTRACTUAL WORKER - 10000Skill Option:NoneBilingual Option:Manual Communication (Sign)Salary: Anticipated Salary: $43.82 - $65.13 per hour Bilingual PayJob Type: HourlyCategory:IntermittentCounty: MorganNumber of Vacancies: 7Bargaining Unit Code:NoneMerit Comp Code:A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.When applicable titles that require specific coursework professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.Posting Identification Number 51944Why Work for IllinoisWorking with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.Position Overview The Illinois School for the Deaf is searching to hire Substitute Teachers to teach Elementary Jr/Sr High School Career Technical and Education (CTE) academic subjects including but not limited to science math reading spelling and social studies to students who are deaf and hard of hearing some with secondary disabling conditions i.e. learning disabilities behavior disorders intellectual disabilities speech and language problems visually impaired physically challenged and other health impairments. The Substitute Teacher follows and implements lesson plans provided by the classroom teacher for subjects taught following the Illinois School for the Deaf (ISD) s prescribed curriculum. This position prepares daily attendance reports of students and communicates any absences with the school office. The incumbent uses discipline fairly and constructively following ISDs Behavioral Intervention Guidelines and maintains classroom control through effective behavior management this role the incumbent assists in social recreational or other extracurricular activities or events planned during a subbing assignment. This position works with other educators related service providers and administrators in the development and writing of student IEP goals/objectives and performance reports for Eligibility Reviews.Essential Functions Teaches Elementary Jr/Sr High School Career Technical and Education (CTE) academic subjects including but not limited to science math reading spelling and social studies to students who are deaf and hard of hearing some with secondary disabling conditions i.e. learning disabilities behavior disorders intellectual disabilities speech and language problems visually impaired physically challenged and other health impairments.Follows and implements lesson plans provided by the classroom teacher for subjects taught following the Illinois School for the Deaf (ISD) s prescribed curriculum.Prepares daily attendance reports of students and communicates any absences with the school office.Uses discipline fairly and constructively following ISDs Behavioral Intervention Guidelines and maintains classroom control through effective behavior management techniques.Attends and participates in discussions at teacher and staff meetings that take place during a subbing assignment.Assists in social recreational or other extracurricular activities or events planned during a subbing assignment.Works with other educators related service providers and administrators in the development and writing of student IEP goals/objectives and performance reports for Eligibility Reviews.Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.Minimum Qualifications Requires a SUB license issued by the ISBE (IL State Board of Education). Requires the ability to communicate with individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing using manual sign language at the Intermediate level on the SLPI rating scale (Sign Language Proficiency Interview).Preferred Qualifications Six (6) months of professional experience communicating with and instructing deaf and hard of hearing students of varying academic and social/emotional abilities.Six (6) months of professional experience communicating and instructing deaf students with secondary disabling conditions including physical and/or intellectual disabilities.Six (6) months of professional experience maintaining effective working relationships with professional colleagues assigned students and parents/families of assigned students.Six (6) months of professional experience working with behavior modification programs for students.Six (6) months of professional experience preparing written documentation related to student performance and education.Six (6) months of professional experience operating a computer including experience with technology-based educational tools and programs.Conditions of Employment Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.*The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.Work Hours:Mon - Fri 8:05am - 3:00pm; 30-minute unpaid lunchWork Location:125 S Webster Ave Jacksonville Illinois 62650Division of Rehabilitation ServicesIllinois School for the DeafAgency Contact:Posting Group:Education; Social ServicesAbout the Agency:The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy safe and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion Accessibility Responsibility and Equity.APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONSUse the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.If you are not already signed in you will be prompted to do so.State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees a link is available at the top left of thehomepage in the blue ribbon.Non-State employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of thehomepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in you will be prompted to create an account.If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources:State employees: Log in to thecareer portalfor State employees and review theInternal Candidate Application Job AidNon-State employees: on click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your junk mail spam or other folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses: Key Skills Experience Working With Students,Early Childhood Education,Classroom Management,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Preschool Experience,Special Education,Computer Literacy,Teaching,Cordova,Experience with Children,Toddler Care Employment Type : Contract Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Hourly Salary Salary: 43 - 65

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