Special Education Teacher

The Illinois Association of School Administrators; Evergreen Park (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

FSA - Healthcare and Dependent Care

$50K life insurance policy including E

Identity Theft Protection

24 Hour Travel Assistance

Supplemental Life Insurance

Job summary

The Illinois Association of School Administrators is seeking a Special Education Teacher to provide inclusive, individualized instruction and support for students with diverse learning needs in Illinois. You will adapt curricula to meet IEP goals and collaborate with parents, therapists, and paraeducators to ensure student success.

Responsibilities include developing tailored lesson plans, using assistive technologies, and documenting progress to inform instruction.

Qualifications

• ESL or bilingual preferred.
• Demonstrated aptitude for successful completion of professional responsibilities.
• Other qualifications deemed necessary by the Board of Education (i.e., certifications/areas of concentration)

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement tailored lesson plans to meet diverse academic, communication, sensory, and social-emotional needs.
• Utilize various teaching strategies and assistive technologies to facilitate learning of core academics and life skills.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to assess and review IEPs and progress.
• Monitor and document student progress using assessment data to adjust instruction and achieve IEP goals.
• Maintain open communication with parents/guardians on student progress and strategies for home support.

Skills

ESL or bilingual preferred

Collaboration

Curriculum adaptation

Education

Board of Education certifications/areas of concentration

Job description

The special education teacher will play a crucial role in providing specialized instruction and support to students with diverse learning needs. As a Special Education Teacher, you will create an inclusive and supportive environment, adapt curriculum to meet individualized education plans (IEP’s), and collaborate with colleagues, parents and other professionals to ensure the overall success of students with special needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Develop and implement tailored lesson plans to meet diverse academic, communication, sensory, and
  social-emotional needs
• Utilize various teaching strategies, adaptive materials, and assistive technologies to facilitate learning of both core academics and life skills
• Apply knowledge of communication, behavior, and sensory interventions to support students across settings
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists and para educators, to assess students' strengths and challenges, and contribute to the development and review of individualized education plans
• Demonstrate a commitment to fostering inclusive practices and supporting general education collaboration
• Collaborate with the IEP team to assess students' strengths and challenges, and contribute to the development and review of individualized education plans
• Monitor and document student progress, using assessment data to adjust instruction and ensure achievement of IEP goals
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect, understanding, and collaboration among students with diverse learning needs
• Implement effective behavior management strategies to create a safe and conducive learning space
• Work closely with support staff and related service providers to coordinate and integrate support services for students with special needs
• Maintain open communication with parents/guardians to share progress updates, discuss concerns, and collaborate on strategies for supporting students at home
• Stay current on best practices, research, and trends in special education
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills in addressing the unique needs of students with disabilities
• Use assessment data to inform instructional decisions and modify teaching methods accordingly
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• ESL or Bilingual Preferred
• Demonstrated aptitude for successful completion of professional responsibilities
• Other qualifications deemed necessary by the Board of Education (i.e., certifications/areas of concentration)

Salary/Benefits

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Eligibility is for full-time employees:

• Medical
• Vision
• FSA - Healthcare and Dependent Care
• $50K life insurance policy including EAP, Identity Theft Protection, and 24 Hour Travel Assistance
• Supplemental Life Insurance