Mindful Classroom Special Ed Teacher (K-4)

Illinois Education Job Bank; Chillicothe (IL); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Valley Central USD #321 district is seeking a Mindfulness-based Special Education Teacher for Mossville Elementary School in Chillicothe, IL. The role focuses on supporting students with emotional and physical challenges to thrive alongside the core academic program.

Essential duties include creating a positive learning environment, implementing standards-based curricula, and collaborating with families and staff to support student growth and behavior management.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Special Education Teacher.
• Driver's license or access to transportation.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive, structured learning environment aligned with school values and conduct.
• Implement curricula and activities to meet academic standards.
• Design assessments to measure progress toward standards.
• Use data to refine curriculum and inform instruction.
• Collaborate in curriculum development.
• Engage families in children's education.
• Participate in professional meetings and growth activities.
• Assist staff with IEPs and behavior plans.

Skills

Special Education principles

Differentiated instruction

Data information systems

Federal and state laws

Computer networks

Organizational skills

Communication with students/parents

Self-evaluation for growth

Cooperative relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in education

Special Education licensure (preferred) or willingness to obtain within 1 year

Job description

TheSpecial Education Teacher in the mindfulness based classroom is passionate about supporting the students who are at-risk for academic underperformance due to emotional and/or physical challenges so that they can succeed in the school's rigorous academic program. TheSpecial Education Teacher holds primary responsibility for providing academic, emotional, and physical services for students who require additional support to thrive within the school's core academic program. IVC District #321 will be hiring one teacherto fulfill the mindfulness based classroom positionin grades K-4 at Mossville Elementary School.

Essential Functions

• The Special Education Teacher will demonstrate a relentless drive to improve the minds, characters & lives of students both in and out of school
• The Special Education Teacher will create a positive, structured learning environment to ensure that students observe the school's core values, high expectations, and strict code of conduct
• The Special Education Teacher will implement curricula and activities to meet academic standards
• The Special Education Teacher will design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards
• The Special Education Teacher will use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices
• The Special Education Teacher will participate in the collaborative curriculum development process
• The Special Education Teacher will provide consistent rewards and/or consequences for student behavior to ensure that students observe the school's core values, high expectations, and strict code of conduct
• The Special Education Teacher will exhibit resilience to persevere and turn challenges into opportunities
• The Special Education Teacher will focus constantly on student learning, thinking critically and strategically to respond to student learning needs
• The Special Education Teacher will communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
• The Special Education Teacher will engage families in their children's education
• The Special Education Teacher will commit to continual professional growth, participating actively in department meetings, faculty meetings, and other meetings
• Conducts assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of identifying learning issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.
• Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' IEP's and behavior management plans.
• Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.

Additional Duties

- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

- Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

- Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

- Knowledge of Special Education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc. as well as proven methods of maximizing the educational experience of students with special needs.

- Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.

- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.

- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.

- Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.

- Ability to organize and coordinate work.

- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.

- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

- Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Qualifications Profile

Certification/License:

- State Certification as a Special Education Teacher.

- Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education:

- Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

- Special Education Licensure preferred, or must be willing to complete proper Special Education licensure within one year.

Experience:

- Looking for individuals who have a drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of the classroom, as well as those who show evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary/Benefits

Salary and benefits will be determined based on candidate's education and experience and the terms of the Illinois Valley Central Education Association contract.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, click the "Apply Here" button below then complete the Certified Position application and any other requested information.

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

District Name IL Valley Central USD #321 Building Name Mossville Grade School Address 12207 N. Old Galena Rd
Chillicothe, IL 61523 Phone [phone] Fax [phone] IASA Region Central IL Valley County Peoria Employment Type Full-time permanent Job Category Special Education PK-Age 21 Grade Level Elementary