Educator
Job Location:
Springfield, VT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Job Requisition ID:58902
Opening Date:10/02/2026
Closing Date:10/16/2026
Agency:Department of Human Services
Class Title:EDUCATOR - 13100
Skill Option:Special Education
Bilingual Option:None
Salary:Anticipated Salary: $5958-$10493/month ($71496-$125916/year)
Job Type:Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies:1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC063 Professional Employees EducatorsJuvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinatorsand Physicians AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
Work Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm 30 minute unpaid lunch.
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: Not available fully in office
Headquarter Location: 901 E Southwind Rd Springfield Illinois 62703
Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery
Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Center
Central Programming
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact:
This position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
While not requireda Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable titles that require specific coursework professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in theAdditional Documentssection of yourapplication. 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.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.
Working 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.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery is seeking to hire an Educator for the Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Center located in Springfield Illinois to evaluate educational development and learning readiness. Uses professional teaching skills to promote the habilitation rehabilitation daily living and prevocational skills of adults with intellectual disabilities. Plans directs implements and evaluates the educational program for adult psychiatric patients at Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Center.
- Evaluates educational development and learning readiness and uses professional teaching skills to promote the habilitation rehabilitation daily living and prevocational skills of adults with intellectual disabilities.
- Assists the Central Program staff in the development and implementation of vocational training programs for adult patients.
- Assists the coordinator of the Central Psycho-Social Rehabilitation Program in evaluation and revision of program components.
- Conducts analyzes and interprets diagnostic studies and examinations to determine educational deficiencies of adult patients.
- Evaluates effectiveness of the education program.
- Assists residency and student training coordinator with communication and placement of student teachers practicum students and intern students between the facility and area universities which pertain to special education classrooms.
- Serves as a member of a multi-disciplinary psycho-social rehabilitation team.
- Performs other duties as required of assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
- Requires possession of a current and valid ISBE-issued Professional Educator License with special education endorsement.
- One (1) year of professional experience preparing and teaching adult-level special education and vocational/habilitation instruction for a public or private organization.
- One (1) year of professional experience assessing vocational and academic skills knowledge and abilities using standardized tools (i.e. achievement tests and vocational diagnostics) for a public or private organization.
- One (1) year of professional experience preparing and maintaining detailed educational/vocational documentation consistent with federal state and accreditation standards.
- One (1) year of professional experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities.
- Requires the ability to utilize office equipment including personal computers.
- Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
- Requires the ability to work after business hours and weekends.
- Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
- Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
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.
As a State of Illinois employee you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
- A Pension Program
- Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health Life Dental and Vision Insurance
- 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
- 12 Paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
- 10-25 days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
- Benefit time modified for part-time 12-hour & non-standard work schedules (as applicable)
- 13 Paid Holidays annually 14 on even numbered years
- Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
- 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
- Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
- Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
- GI BillTraining/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
- 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
- Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: position DOES NOT contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources:
State employees: Detailed application instructions can be found in the Current Employee Guide at Application Procedures or by logging in to thecareer portalfor State employees and viewing the instructions onCompleting the Electronic Application.
Non-State employees: Detailed application instructions can be found in the External Applicant Guide at Application Procedures or from click Application Resources in the footer of every page of the website.
Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of the 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 via the Employee Login link in the top right of thehomepage in the blue ribbon to sign in to their career portal.
Non-State employees should click the Sign Up link in the top right of thehomepage in the blue ribbon to sign in to an existing external account or to create a new external account.
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:
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
You won't find Steve Martin at the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), but the agency is all about planes, trains, and automobiles. The IDOT plans, constructs, and maintains Illinois' transportation network, including its highways and bridges, airports, public transit, rail ... View more
