Employment Opportunities
Supervisor
FJSPED is looking for a reliable and independent individual responsible for supervising and coordinating the activities of FJSPED related service providers, itinerant personnel, and classroom staff. Supervisors evaluate FJSPED staff and serve as Director’s Designee for annual review conferences, re-evaluations, initial eligibility meetings, manifestation determinations, and more for students in member school districts and programs. Supervisors coordinate special duties as assigned to area, such as Child Find, audiological evaluations, transition, etc. in an organized and timely manner. Supervisors provide technical assistance to teachers regarding planning, writing, and managing IEPs, writing transition plans and summary of performance, and drafting behavior management plans. Supervisors consult with District Administration on Special Education Law and Mandates.
Must possess or qualify for ISBE General Administrative License (Former Type 75).
Special Education background is required. Start Date is July 24, 2023.
200-Day Calendar
Apply by email or mail to:
Jera Pieper, Director of Special Education
Franklin and Jefferson Counties Special Education District #801
P.O. Box 1027
Benton, IL 62812
Office: 618-439-7231
SPECIAL EDUCATION (LBS1) TEACHER
Full-time position for a Special Education Teacher for Franklin Jefferson Counties Special Education District #801. FJSPED Special Education teachers work in specialized programs for students with disabilities. Special Education create individualized learning plans and activities for students at the appropriate developmental level utilizing a variety of instructional and behavioral techniques. Special education teachers are responsible for completing necessary information for IEP’s and for managing paraprofessionals within their classroom. Must have proper Illinois certification/license, or ability to obtain emergency certification. Mentors are available for consultation and training.
Apply by email or mail to:
Jera Pieper, Director of Special Education
Franklin and Jefferson Counties Special Education District #801
P.O. Box 1027
Benton, IL 62812
Office: 618-439-7231
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST
Permanent School Psychology position open on the FJSPED School Psychology team. School Psychologists at FJSPED work collaboratively with school staff and parents to assess student skills, develop and implement interventions, and improve multi-tiered systems of support for struggling students from ages pre-k to 21. School Psychologists consult with school staff on behavior, academic, and social emotional interventions and data collection. The School Psychology team participates in a multitude of learning opportunities and professional development throughout each school year, often including attending NASP Conferences, ISPA Conferences, Special Education Law workshops, Behavior Modification workshops, Trauma workshops, and more. Opportunity to join the Behavior Team exists.
Illinois School Psychology Professional Educator License or coursework towards license is required.
Competitive Salary and Benefits
Begin August 2021.
Apply by email or mail to:
Jera Pieper, Director of Special Education
Franklin and Jefferson Counties Special Education District #801
P.O. Box 1027
Benton, IL 62812
Office: 618-439-7231
PARAPROFESSIONAL/AIDE
Full-time position for a Paraprofessional/Aide for Franklin Jefferson Counties Special Education District
#801. Submit letter application, and paraprofessional certification with IEIN (if attained).
Zeigler-Royalton Location:
We have an open position for a program aide at a FJSPED special education program located in
Zeigler-Royalton School District. The program focuses on serving students with intellectual
disabilities, those on the autism spectrum, communication disorders, and developmental
delays. The program is designed to increase daily living skills and functional skills for students
with significant intellectual disabilities, and to teach age and developmental level appropriate
academic, social, and behavioral skills.
Summersville Location:
We have 2 classes at Summersville for students in K-4 and 5-8 grades. These programs are
designed to teach students on the Autism Spectrum or with other communication disorders key
academic and social skills. The focus is on meeting each child at their level and building
communication and life skills within an academic setting. Sensory needs, structured activities,
and adequate socialization are important in this program.
The pay starts at Step 1 on our salary schedule, at $18,695 a year for a school year (August –
May). (Approximately $103 per day, or $16/hour pre-tax). With a Bachelor’s Degree or
specialized training, the pay increase to $23,878 (pre-tax, etc), estimate of $132/day or
$20/hour pretax.
15 sick days, 3 personal days are allotted at the beginning of each school year.
$693 per month in insurance benefits
Other benefits available
The positions available require a high school diploma or GED, plus passing a background check.
There is also a paraprofessional license that will be required, but we can help you get that.
Apply by email or mail to:
Jera Pieper, Director of Special Education
Franklin and Jefferson Counties Special Education District #801
P.O. Box 1027
Benton, IL 62812
Office: 618-439-7231