Teacher - SPED Self-Contained

Sylvania; South Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Special Education Teacher to develop and implement IEPs for students with diverse learning needs. The role requires collaboration with general education staff, parents, and support personnel to foster academic, social, and emotional growth within the school setting.

The successful candidate will tailor instruction, assess progress, and communicate regularly with families while maintaining student records and staying current in best practices.

Qualifications

• Develop and implement IEPs tailored to students' needs.
• Use assessments to identify student needs and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and staff to support growth.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs tailored to students' needs.
• Conduct assessments to identify student needs.
• Monitor and assess students' progress towards goals.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress.

Skills

IEP development

Assessment administration

Progress monitoring

Data-informed instruction

Communication with parents

Classroom instruction

Education

PEL with Special Education endorsement or LBS1 endorsement

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Special Education Teacher is responsible for developing and implementing individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with diverse learning needs. This role requires collaboration with general education teachers, parents, and support staff to create a supportive learning environment that fosters academic, social, and emotional growth for students with disabilities in various educational communities throughout the school setting.

Link: Teacher's Contract

Link: BenefitFact Sheet

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develop and implement IEPs tailored to students' unique needs.
• Conduct assessments to identify needs of students.
• Monitor and assess students' progress towards goals.
• Utilize data to inform instructional decisions. Collaborate with staff in regards to students' progress in making academic or social emotional progress adapting and modifying goals as necessary Maintain appropriate student records.
• Provide direct instruction to classroom, groups and individual students as needed
• Adapt curriculum and teaching strategies to meet individual needs of students and collaborate with other staff, including paraprofessionals, so that they can implement strategies in the classroom.
• Motivate students through positive feedback and the implementation of other positive behavior supports including behavior intervention strategies when appropriate and necessary.
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and concerns.
• Create a safe and welcoming learning environment for all students.
• Supervise students in and out-of-classroom activities during the assigned work day.
• Participate in school events including: student activities, district and school committees.
• Stay current in special education and best practices by attending district in-services and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Perform other duties as required.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Additional tasks as assigned.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

The role requires frequent walking and standing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is generally stable, with minimal exposure to unusual temperatures, noise, or hazards. The position requires extended and non-traditional hours to fulfill job duties, as well as participation in organization-sponsored events and meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with:
• Special Education endorsement or
• • Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) endorsement

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

All terms of employment are outlined by the collective bargaining agreement with the Steger Education Association.

EVALUATION

The performance of this role is evaluated according to the Board's policy on evaluating professional personnel.