Innovative SPED Teacher - Alternative Education (IEP)

Ombudsman Educational Services; Garden Prairie (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Plans

Telehealth Access

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Growth Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education in Illinois seeks a Special Education Teacher to lead instructional planning for elementary students with IEPs in our learning center and classrooms. You will design engaging lessons, use educational software, and collaborate with families and staff to support diverse needs.

A passion for empowering at-risk students and a commitment to PBIS and inclusive practices are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
• IL professional educator (PEL) credential in progress or obtained.
• IL SSE or LBS1 credential in progress or obtained.
• Ability to obtain crisis management training.

Responsibilities

• Lead instructional planning for elementary students with IEPs.
• Deliver differentiated instruction in core subjects.
• Collaborate with families, staff and administrators to support student growth.
• Maintain detailed records and progress reports.
• Adhere to PBIS and classroom management strategies.

Skills

Special Education

Behavioral Disorders

Learning Disabilities

Crisis Intervention

IEP Knowledge

Classroom Instruction

Classroom Management

Alternative Education

At-Risk Students

Performance Motivation

PBIS Strategies

Emotional Disturbance

Student Development

Student Engagement

Lesson Planning

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Computer Skills

Elementary Education

Differentiated Instruction

Education

Bachelor's Degree

IL PEL Credential

IL SSE/LBS1 Credential

Crisis Management Training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database Entry

Instructional Technology

Educational Software

Job description

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education in Illinois seeks a Special Education Teacher to lead instructional planning for elementary students with IEPs in our learning center and classrooms. You will design engaging lessons, use educational software, and collaborate with families and staff to support diverse needs.

A passion for empowering at-risk students and a commitment to PBIS and inclusive practices are essential for success in this role.