Physical Education Teacher

Specialized Education Services, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. is seeking a dedicated educator to provide academic, social, and emotional support for students needing extra assistance. The role emphasizes data-driven planning, collaboration with school teams and families, and ongoing assessment to drive outcomes.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and teaching certification is preferred. Candidates should be adaptable in a dynamic educational setting and committed to professional growth and feedback.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; teaching certification preferred.
• Commitment to learning and implementing feedback.
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Work with diverse students to deliver instructional services.
• Teach knowledge and skills and provide individualized attention.
• Use assessment data to revise short- and long-term plans.
• Develop skill-appropriate lesson plans.
• Collaborate with team to foster critical thinking and rigor.
• Apply behavior support and intervention strategies.
• Physically support safety as needed; crisis management when necessary.
• Document and track student growth and progress.
• Participate in daily school functions and meetings.

Skills

Teaching

Assessment data usage

Collaboration

Behavior support strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

Realize the joy of possibility by providing academic, social, and emotional services for students who need additional support to shine in school. Utilize SESI's proven instructional models, strategies, and curriculum. Conduct frequent and appropriate assessments, use data to develop and implement instructional plans, and collaborate with school teams and families to drive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Work with a diverse group of students from varying developmental, cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Teach knowledge and skills, nurture confidence and character, and provide individualized attention to meet the needs of all students.
• Use assessment data to modify short- and long-term plans to promote students' academic performance.
• Develop and maintain skill-appropriate lesson plans.
• Collaborate with team members to foster an environment of critical thinking and academic rigor.
• Apply the school's behavior support and intervention strategies.
• Implement de-escalation techniques, crisis management, and physical restraint if necessary to maintain the safety of students and team members.
• Drive, record, and track student growth and progress toward goals; develop and maintain required forms and files.
• Participate in the school's daily functions (e.g., morning, lunch, afternoon supervisory duties), as well as conferences, meetings, and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning; valid teaching certification preferred.
• Commitment to learning and implementing feedback.
• Ability to adapt and remain flexible in a dynamic educational environment.

Posted Salary Range

USD $57,000.00 - USD $62,000.00 /Yr.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to run short distances and move swiftly in response to student needs, including bending, kneeling, and crouching.
• Ability to lift and assist students with mobility challenges, often requiring the handling of up to 50 pounds or more.
• Skill in managing fine motor tasks, such as helping students with writing, manipulating small objects, or using adaptive devices.
• Ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to 8 hours daily.
• Capacity to remain calm and composed during physically and emotional demanding situations, ensuring student safety and well-being

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.