STAR Program: Elementary Special Education Teacher (K-5)

Illinois Education Job Bank; Burbank (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

The A.E.R.O Special Education Cooperative in Burbank, IL seeks a Special Education Teacher for the STAR Program (Elem: K-5) for the 26-27 school year.

You will collaborate with IEP teams, serve as case manager, and implement individualized goals, while using the center's resources to support students with disabilities. A collaborative environment supports whole-class, 1:1 and small-group activities.

Qualifications

• Must hold a registered Illinois LBSI / Professional Educator License.
• ISBE approval to teach EC SPED where required must be current.
• Experience with IEP/504 processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility as case manager for each student as determined by the IEP/504 process, including facilitation of IEP meetings.
• Develop and implement Individual Educational Programs for students with varying functional levels.
• Prepare written materials including goals, objectives, summaries/reports for meetings pertaining to student performance.
• Plan daily lessons and weekly schedules to align individual objectives with group activities.

Skills

Case management

IEP meetings

Education

Illinois LBSI / Professional Educator License

Job description

Special Education Teacher- STAR Program (Elem: K-5) 26-27 SY

Duties

• Assume responsibility as case manager for each student as determined by the IEP/504 process, (duties may include facilitation of IEP meetings).
• Develop and implement Individual Educational Programs for students with varying functional levels.
• Prepare necessary written materials including goals, objectives, summaries/reports (including data summaries) for all meetings pertaining to student performance.
• Plan daily lesson and weekly schedules to incorporate the individual objectives and group activities into a smooth routine, with consideration for individual program emphasis.

Qualifications

• Hold a registered, valid Illinois LBSI / Professional Educator License.
• ISBE approval requirements to teach Early Childhood Special Education where required for EC.

Salary/Benefits

• Competitive salary per collective bargaining agreement
• Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) for Full Time employees

A.E.R.O is a Special Education Cooperative comprised of 11-member school districts, located in Burbank, IL, approximately 15 miles from the heart of Chicago. We aim to provide comprehensive special education programs and related services to students Pre K- age 22 with disabilities, who are residents of our member districts.

Our new therapeutic center offers a collaborative environment for Special Education Teachers to work with IEP teams and fellow SPED Teachers in the same grade band and program. AERO supports teachers to engage in whole classroom activities, 1:1 sessions, and small group activities in the classroom and around the school building. The center's design includes breakout spaces for more personalized learning. Teachers are provided computers and technology for teaching and report/documentation completion. AERO also provides assessment tools, curriculum materials, other subscriptions, communication supports, and related service supports from case load social workers, speech/language pathologists, OT/PT, nurses, and BCBAs or Behavior Intervention Specialists.

How to Apply

For inquiries about positions, contact Dan Chiarito (Assistant Director of Personnel Services) at708-496-3330 x1210 or [e-mail].

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