SPED Cross Categorical Teacher (911)

The Illinois Association of School Administrators; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Association of School Administrators is seeking a qualified educator to lead and support instructional practices within a district. The role emphasizes planning, differentiation, student engagement, and rigorous assessment aligned to standards.

The position requires professional licensure, a commitment to family engagement, and active participation in district events and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• State of Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate endorsements required
• Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver instruction aligned with standards
• Experience communicating with families and engaging them in the instructional program
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and ethical practice
• Maintains accurate records and participates in school and district events

Responsibilities

• Plans and prepares instruction with clear outcomes and aligned assessments
• Creates an environment of respect and rapport to foster a culture of learning
• Communicates expectations clearly and engages students with rigorous questions
• Uses ongoing assessment to guide instructional adjustments and supports diverse learners
• Maintains professional responsibilities and adheres to district policies and calendar

Skills

Knowledge of pedagogy

Differentiated instruction

Assessment-based instruction

High-expectations questioning

Professional communication

Education

Illinois teaching license

Job description

Essential Functions:

• Planning and Preparation
  • Demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy
  • Demonstrates knowledge of students and plans instruction for individual students' needs
  • Sets instructional outcomes as goals that can been assessed
  • Demonstrates knowledge of resources
  • Designs coherent instruction and differentiates with appropriate resources, groups and structure
  • Designs student assessments that are aligned with the instructional outcomes
• The Classroom Environment
  • Creates an environment of respect and rapport
  • Establishes a culture for learning
  • Manages classroom procedures
  • Manages student behavior by setting clear standards of conduct
  • Establishes a safe classroom that ensures the learning of all students
• Instruction
  • Communication with students is appropriate and expectations for the learning of content are clearly communicated
  • Uses questions that reflect high expectations
  • Engages students in their learning
  • Uses assessment to guide instruction
  • Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness and makes adjustment as needed to instruction
• Professional Responsibilities
  • Uses reflection to improve instruction
  • Maintains accurate records
  • Communicates with families frequently and tries to engage families in the instructional program
  • Participates in professional organizations and is involved in school and district events
  • Actively pursues professional development opportunities
  • Displays a high level of ethics and professionalism in dealing with students and colleagues
  • Adheres to district sick leave and personal leave policies and is punctual to job assignments and meetings

Qualifications

- State of Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate endorsements required

Salary/Benefits

Regionally competitive

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