Special Education Teacher

Illinois Education Job Bank; Homer Glen (IL); In loco; USD 55.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The Illinois Association of School Administrators is seeking a dedicated Special Education teacher (LBS1) to provide instructional planning, IEP development, and collaboration with classroom and support staff in Illinois. The role emphasizes individualized instruction and adherence to state and federal guidelines.

You will design and implement IEPs, assess student progress, and communicate with families while working within a comprehensive educational team.

Competenze

• Licensed/certified as LBS1 by the Illinois State Board of Education.
• Proficient in a variety of teaching and behavioral methodologies.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Competent with technology, diagnostic tools, and instructional materials.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude with strong work ethic and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork ability.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• High level of professionalism and ethics.
• Accepts board-approved alternatives as appropriate.

Mansioni

• Identify student needs and develop IEPs that meet guidelines.
• Coordinate and implement IEPs with long-range goals and short-term objectives.
• Develop lesson plans and materials for varied instructional modes.
• Create an environment conducive to learning and well-being.
• Plan activities for balanced instruction with observation and inquiry.
• Support English Language Learners with instructional adaptations.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student performance.
• Communicate with parents, staff, and administrators to resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate student records and required reports.
• Promote parent involvement in IEP meetings and decisions.
• Coordinate and manage IEP meetings with staff.
• Work with general education teachers to modify work and instruction.
• Plan for continued professional growth and supervise staff assignments.

Conoscenze

LBS1 licensure

Differentiated instruction

Diverse populations

Technology use

Clear communication

Professionalism

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Formazione

LBS1 Certification

Strumenti

Educational technology tools

Diagnostic tools

Descrizione del lavoro

• 1. Identify student needs, make appropriate referrals, and develop Individual Education Plans (IEP) that meet State and Federal Guidelines.
• 2. Coordinate, implement, and support students’ Individual Education Plan, including long-range goals and short-term objectives.
• 3. Develop and administer comprehensive lesson plans and instructional materials that allow for the provision of individualized, whole group, or small group research-based instruction and also allows students access to the general education curriculum.
• 4. Create and maintain an atmosphere conducive to learning that supports optimal educational experiences as well as social and emotional well being.
• 5. Plan and conduct activities that provide a balanced program of instruction, including allowing time and opportunity for students to observe, question and investigate.
• 6. Foster cooperative social and emotional behavior through activities/group projects, and assist students in forming satisfying relationships with staff and peers.
• 7. Screen and provide instructional supports for English Language Learners.
• 8. Conduct ongoing assessments of the academic, behavioral, emotional and physical performance of each student.
• 9. Confer with parents/guardians, teachers, support staff, specialist, and administrators in a positive and productive manner in attempts to resolve student behavioral and academic problems.
• 10. Maintain accurate and complete student records, and prepare all reports and paperwork as required by federal and state laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
• 11. Promote parent participation and involvement in educational activities and IEP meetings and decisions.
• 12. Attend meetings called by the Principal and Director/Assist. Director of Special Services
• 13. Establish, implement, and enforce rules and procedures related to appropriate classroom behavior: allow for and maintain a positive learning environment.
• 14. Maintain CPI certification, as required.
• 15. Provide a variety of motivators to students to assist them in achieving their fullest intellectual potentials.
• 16. Assist students in the development of self-esteem by providing opportunities for classroom successes and by fostering positive peer relationships.
• 17. Provide adequate information to applicable stakeholders for meetings and conferences when considering placement or reassignment of students.
• 18. Establish and maintain ongoing communication with staff as required.
• 19. Maintain effective (positive, constructive, tactful) on-going communication with parent/guardian (i.e., notes home to parents, phone contacts, conferences) to promote home/school cooperation.
• 20. Procure instructional materials and supplies necessary to facilitate the long-range goals for Least Restrictive Educational programming.
• 21. Work cooperatively with the PTO and community.
• 22. Provide input regarding the curriculum to the Principal and Special Education Department (including administration and colleagues)
• 23. Develop a personal plan for continued professional growth.
• 24. Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for support staff and provide input to admin on their job performance as requested.
• 25. Coordinate the appropriate distribution of classroom accommodations, supplementary aids and services, and behavior intervention plans with applicable staff.
• 26. Maintain compliance with Special Education paperwork and procedures.
• 27. Coordinate, organize and manage IEP meetings.
• 28. Works cooperatively with general education classroom teachers to modify work, curriculum, and instruction.
• 29. Accept other responsibilities and duties, relevant to teaching assignment, as may be assigned by administration.

Qualifications

• 1. Appropriately licensed/certified (LBS1) by the Illinois State Board of Education.
• 2. Competence in a variety of teaching and behavioral methodologies and strategies.
• 3. Ability to work successfully with diverse populations.
• 4. Competence in the use of technology, diagnostic tools, and other instructional materials.
• 5. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• 6. Positive attitude and excellent work ethic/organizational skills.
• 7. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others.
• 8. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• 9. High level of professionalism and ethics.
• 10. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Salary/Benefits

Wage dependent upon experience and education. Please refer to the certified Collective Bargaining Agreement on our website for additional details. Link HERE: https://shorturl.at/Hi5Zk

As a part of this position's compensationpackage, benefits(health, dental, vision, and life) are available. Details to be discussed upon offer or can be made available upon request.

Additional Notes

This positions is forSpecialized Instruction