Special Education Teacher

Southland College Prep Charter School; Richton Park (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

Southland College Prep Charter High School in Richton Park, IL is seeking an outstanding Special Education teacher for a dynamic high school program. The role focuses on delivering standards-based, data-driven instruction and tailoring lessons to each student’s needs, while collaborating with colleagues, families, and the community to promote academic achievement.

The ideal candidate will hold an Illinois Teaching License with the proper endorsement, demonstrate strong organizational and

Qualifications

• Must have Illinois Teaching License with proper endorsement.
• Experience delivering high school special education with data-driven instruction preferred.
• Ability to design instructional lessons tailored to individual academic needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high school Special Education instruction.
• Design lessons tailored to individual student needs.
• Collaborate with staff and parents to support student achievement.
• Maintain positive classroom management and high attendance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Data-driven instruction

Differentiated instruction

Mac familiarity

Parent partnerships

Ethical standards

Education

Illinois Teaching License with endorsement

Tools

Mac OS

Job description

Special Education Charter High School Teacher

Southland College Prep Charter High School is seeking an outstanding, dynamic, innovative, experienced high school Special Education teacher who wants to create an educational environment where all students can achieve at high levels of academic performance. Southland Prep is dedicated to educating and inspiring students to reach their highest potential and to prepare them to be successful in their future schooling as they prepare for careers in the 21st century global economy. The candidates for these positions must be articulate, well-organized and very knowledgeable about school curriculum, instruction, staff development and staff evaluation. They must also have high expectations for themselves and their students and be energetic and enthusiastic in their attitude and approach. Teachers must also be qualified as determined by the Illinois State Board of Education and possess a current Illinois Teaching License with the proper endorsement. Candidates for this position must have:

• A highly successful track record as a high school Special Education teacher
• Excellent organizational, communication, public relations and interpersonal skills
• A high level of understanding and experience with data-driven and standards-based instruction
• Experience in designing instructional lessons tailored to the individual academic needs of students
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A collegial/collaborative approach with all members of the staff
• A proven track record of high student achievement
• A proven track record of maintaining high student attendance and discipline
• Expertise in assessing and evaluating student achievement
• Be knowledgeable of special education rules and regulations for compliance
• Excellent technological skills. Familiarity with the Mac platform a must.
• Proven experience in building parent and partnerships
• Ability to interact successfully with staff, parents, board members and community
• High moral and ethical standardsHigh energy, enthusiastic, and a positive attitude.
• A commitment to ensuring academic success for all students

Salary/Benefits: Competitive salary with full benefits.

Southland College Prep Charter High School is an equal opportunity employer.