Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

The Menta Education Group; Hyde Park Township (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established education provider is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to join their team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to create a nurturing and engaging learning environment for students with diverse needs. Your responsibilities will include teaching various subjects while fostering social-emotional growth and academic success. With a focus on collaboration and support, you will work alongside a committed team to ensure every student thrives. This position offers a unique chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

403(b) Investment Options

Negotiable Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• Must have IL PEL with LBS1 Certification or relevant teaching certification.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to teach diverse students.

Responsibilities

• Teach all subjects in a small classroom setting.
• Provide a differentiated learning environment for students.
• Collaborate with staff to support student success.

Skills

Flexible teaching across multiple grade levels

Differentiated learning environment

Interpersonal and communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work with youth with emotional/behavioral/academic difficulties

Education

IL PEL (Professional Educator's License)

LBS1 Certification in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Job Description

As a Special Education Teacher at The Menta Group, you will have the freedom and ability to educate a small classroom of students in a self-contained setting. Our social-emotional learning environments offer engaged and inquiry-based academics combined with a P.B.I.S. structure.

6:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., following a school calendar

Direct-Hire employment with our school

10 Month School Calendar, continuous employment (return after paid breaks)

Benefits and Paid Benefit Time Off

Responsibilities

• Teach all subjects in a classroom setting
• Provide a differentiated learning environment
• Work collaboratively with staff, including curriculum and clinical staff to yield positive results for the students
• Gain support on-campus from other teachers, administrators, curriculum staff, clinical staff, and various support staff that are Menta employees
• Provide a social-emotional learning environment
• Have a classroom size of around 10 students with paraprofessional support in the classroom

Qualifications

• IL PEL (Professional Educator's License; out-of-state applicants will need to apply for IL certification) with LBS1 Certification in Early Childhood Education or Other Teacher Certification (Non-Substitute) with relevant experience.
• Must be flexible in the ability to teach multiple grade levels as student populations change
• Ability to teach a classroom of students within all basic instructional areas
• Ability to work with youth with emotional/behavioral/academic difficulties
• Ability to be flexible, work in teams and creatively problem solve
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively

Benefits

• Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance Programs
• Medical Insurance enrollment is available to full time employees on their date of hire. No waiting period.
• 10 Month School Position with 12 Month Semi-Monthly Pay
• Generous Paid Time Off Benefits
• 403(b) Investment Options
• Direct Employer Hire
• Negotiable Sign-On Bonus for Certified Special Education Teachers

About Menta Academy Chicago South

At Menta Academy Chicago South (MACS), our devoted team is committed to continuing the academic and personal growth of our students. Meticulously crafted, our educational services are tailored to both support and challenge students on their journey to higher education. Our objective is to create daily opportunities for success, with both academic and behavioral development achievements.

Our teachers love using our specifically designed Expanded Menta Method Model. The UDL curriculum provides flexible methods, materials, and assessments to help teachers differentiate instruction and meet the unique needs of all learners in a variety of ways, in a variety of unique learning spaces.

Professional Associations and/or Partnerships

The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Menta Education Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Menta Group ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. The District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the district office.