Pre-K STRIVE Teacher: Autism & Early Learning Specialist

EARLY LEARNING CENTER; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield School District 186 is seeking a Pre-K STRIVE Teacher for the Early Learning Center in Springfield, IL. This 180-day contract role reports to the Building Principal and requires licensing with an endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education.

Responsibilities include delivering structured Pre-K instruction for students with Autism and/or Intellectual Disabilities, maintaining records, and supporting school improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educators License and Early Childhood Special Education endorsement/approvals.
• Knowledge of current curriculum, instructional trends, and school improvement process.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to informally and formally assess learning and behavioral needs of students.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high quality, structured learning environment for Pre-K students with Autism and/or Intellectual Disabilities.
• Plan and implement instruction in accordance with the approved Student Support ServicesPre-K curriculum for instructional classrooms.
• Establish and maintain records of student assessment procedures and progress monitoring.
• Maintain a classroom climate conducive to learning by establishing routines, a behavior management plan and social emotional support.
• Implement curricular and behavioral support to students as Individualized Education Programs specify.
• Actively participate in staff development activities.
• Contribute to school improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQUIP) initiatives.
• Attend district in-services and professional development opportunities in order to implementnew strategies for curriculum and instructional improvement.
• Communicate effective with students, parents, staff, and the public.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Illinois Professional Educators License

Early Childhood Special Education endorsement

Job description

Springfield School District 186 is seeking a Pre-K STRIVE Teacher for the Early Learning Center in Springfield, IL. This 180-day contract role reports to the Building Principal and requires licensing with an endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education.

Responsibilities include delivering structured Pre-K instruction for students with Autism and/or Intellectual Disabilities, maintaining records, and supporting school improvement initiatives.