Diverse Learner Teacher

Namaste Charter School Inc; Illinois; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Namaste Charter School Inc. seeks a Diverse Learner Teacher to lead differentiated instruction and small-group learning, ensuring inclusive access to standards-based instruction for individual students, small groups, and the whole class.

The role requires a Learning Behavior Specialist I endorsement (Illinois) with preferred ESL and Spanish skills. Collaboration with staff and families is essential to support IEP goals and compliance.

Qualifications

• Illinois PEL with Learning Behavior Specialist I Endorsement required.
• Bilingual and ESL Endorsement preferred.
• Spanish proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer formal and informal assessments to guide student learning in core subjects.
• Monitor and analyze assessment data to inform instruction and IEP development.
• Develop IEPs in line with standards and laws.
• Communicate with staff and parents via meetings, calls, and email about student progress.
• Participate in IEP meetings and ensure compliance with deadlines and documentation.
• Provide training and resources to paraprofessionals.
• Co-plan and co-instruct to deliver accessible instruction to individuals and groups.

Skills

Differentiation

Small group instruction

Data-driven instruction

Collaboration

Education

LBS1 Endorsement (Learning Behavior Specialist I)

Bilingual ESL endorsement (preferred)

Job description

Description

The Diverse Learner Teacher plays an integral role in the success of all students. They are a master of the fundamentals of teaching, foster a positive learning experience for each student, and share their knowledge with the broader learning community. The Diverse Learner Teacher is a resident expert of differentiation and small group instruction, and engages meaningfully with colleagues to foster an inclusive environment.

Requirements

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Administer formal and informal assessments for the purpose of facilitating student learning in core academic subjects
• Monitor and analyze assessment data to drive and inform instruction and Individual Education Program development
• Develop Individual Education Programs in accordance with federal, state, district and school standards
• Consult and communicate with staff and parents via meetings, phone, and email regarding the needs and progress of students
• Fully participate in Individual Education Program meetings
• Ensure Individual Education Program compliance and that all deadlines are met including collaboration logs, IEP Report Cards, IEP drafts, and individualized IEP goal progress monitoring
• Provide training, lesson plans, and curricular & materials resources to paraprofessionals assigned to work with individual students or within the program
• Co-plan and submit weekly lesson plans; co-instruct; and co-assess with general education teacher(s) and other staff to deliver accessible, standards-based instruction to individual students, small groups, and the whole class

Qualifications:

Illinois PEL with Learning Behavior Specialist I Endorsement required

Bilingual and ESL Endorsement preferred

Spanish proficiency preferred

Salary & Benefits:

Salary and benefits determined in accordance with collective bargaining agreement, based on relevant experience