Special Education Teacher (LBS1 Required)

Marklund; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA

HSA

Company Paid Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Marklund Day School in Illinois is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher (LBS1) to join our expanding program. The role involves teaching Life Skills and developing IEPs for students with profound disabilities across multiple IL locations.

The school offers competitive pay ($61,500–$65,000 initially) with a $5,000 raise after year one and a $3,000 annual contract incentive bonus. Full benefits available for FT staff as part of a supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Must have an accredited college degree and IL PEL license with LBS1.
• Experience with students with profound disabilities preferred.
• Ability to meet state accreditation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized instruction for students with life skills needs.
• Draft, create and monitor IEPs for assigned students.
• Supervise and provide feedback for paraprofessionals.
• Teach during Extended School Year (ESY).

Skills

LBS1 Credential

Special Education

IEP Experience

Classroom Management

Education

Accredited college degree

Illinois teaching credentials (PEL)

Job description

Special Education Teacher (LBS1 Required)

Marklund Day School is hiring Special Education Teachers!

We are expanding our school, come grow with us!

Join us in making everyday life possible for individuals withprofound disabilities!

We are seeking highly skilled and dedicatedSpecial EducationTeachers. This is aLife Skills Teacherpositionat our Day School with openings inGeneva,Elgin and Bloomingdale, IL.

The starting salary is $61,500 - $65,000 based onqualifications and experience . After your first year thesalary will increase by $5,000 ($66,500 - $70,000 based onqualifications and experience). Additionally, all Teachers willreceive a $3,000 contract incentive bonus each year after the first year.

We value our employees and always strive to maintain a stimulatingwork environment and diverse culture.Join us today, so YOUcan make the ‘Marklund Difference’ likeNancy has!

Nancy’s Story:

"I’m proud to say that I have been apart of the Marklundorganization for 11 years and with the Day School for 5 years. As thelead teacher of the Day School, I get to wake up excited to go to workevery day. Touching the lives of the children we serve is my passion,and the Marklund Day School shares this desire with me. Working forthe Marklund Day School has made me a better educator and it continuesto inspire me to develop professionally in the field. The Marklund DaySchool does not believe in limitations, but rather the talents,strengths and gifts that each child brings to the classroom. In all myyears as an educator, the Marklund Day School is the one and only thatstands out among the rest due to its student centered, compassionate,innovative, and dedicated methods and leadership. I’m so proud to be apart of such an inspirational and positive organization!"– Nancy V

Who We Are

Marklund Day School is a well-known and respected nonpublic schoolserving students ages Pre K-22 who come to our school’s programthrough partnerships with various Chicago suburban schooldistricts.OurDay School is a program of Marklund, a nonprofitorganization that provides residential, therapeutic and educationservices to children and adults with profound developmentaldisabilities. Marklund Day School provides an environment conducive tolearning through specialized curriculum, positive behavioralinterventions, and individualized student support.The Marklund LifeSkills Program is designed to provide specialized support to studentswho have learning and developmental disabilities and those identifiedon the Autism Spectrum.

Our highly sensory-driven program features:

• Deliver individualized instruction to students based upon theirindividual needs
• Provide clear, consistent structure for the classroom, ensuringthat the academic, social, and emotional needs of each student are met
• Draft, create and monitor IEPs for assigned students in classroom
• Supervise and provide feedback for Paraprofessionals
• Teach during our ESY (Extended School Year)

Please note that this job summary is not designed to cover orcontain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, orresponsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time withor without notice.

We offer a supportive mentoring program for our new teachersthat currently includes:

• Initial onboarding and training
• Assistance from Instructional Coaches that provide in-classroom support
• In-room coaching
• RBTP in Life Skills classrooms

As an equal opportunity employer, Marklund respects andsupports diversity, equity and inclusion as part of our workenvironment.We strive to provide a rich culture whereeverything we do contributes to ourmission of “making everyday lifepossible for individuals with profound disabilities.”

Are you ready to contribute to Marklund’s mission and vision, andbecome an integral part of enhancing the lives of the individuals we serve?

Experience and Skills

Qualifications for this position:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited college and have proper andcurrent Illinois teaching credentials (PEL license). Must includeLBS1. Must meet state guidelines for school accreditation.
• Experience in educating children with special needs preferred.Ability to understand students unique needs and react effectively totheir needs. Experience with profound disabilites a plus.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job and tomeet its functional and environmental requirements

When you join the Marklund team, you receive the following:

Compensation & Benefits we offer YOU

Full-Time Employees:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company PaidLife Insurance for all FT employees
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• VoluntaryLong-Term Disability
• Voluntary Short -Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO)*
• *School Employees Receive “Closed Days” and Sick/Personal
• PTO Cash-In & Conversion Twice Per Year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Extended Sick Bank

Full-Time and Part-Time Employee Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Credit Union Membership
• Retirement Savings Plan – eligible upon hire
• Marklund matches up to 5%

Ways we appreciate YOU

• Annual Employee Recognition Dinner and Celebration
• Years of Service Awards and Gifts beginning at 5 years
• You Caught My Eye – Monthly Employee Award
• Thanksgiving Turkey
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Training & Growth Opportunities for YOU

• We promote from within whenever possible
• You are paid while you train:
• In-House Training Programs
• Leadership Training Program
• Employee Workshops on a variety of topics