Virtual Special Education Teacher

The Menta Group; Oak Park (IL); Remote; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to join their innovative team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to educate students in a virtual setting, fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment. You will be responsible for teaching various subjects while adapting to the diverse needs of students with emotional and behavioral challenges. This role emphasizes collaboration with staff and offers a unique chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives. If you are passionate about education and want to contribute to a forward-thinking organization, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

403(b) Investment Options

Direct Employer Hire

Qualifications

• Must have Illinois PEL with LBS1 endorsement to teach special education.
• Ability to teach multiple grade levels and adapt to student needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach all subjects in a virtual classroom setting.
• Provide differentiated learning and support for students' needs.
• Collaborate with staff for positive student outcomes.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Problem Solving

Education

Illinois PEL with Special Education Teacher Endorsement (LBS1)

Job description

Job Description

As a Special Education Teacher at The Menta Group, you will have the freedom and ability to virtually educate a small classroom of students in a self-contained setting. Our social-emotional learning environments offer engaged and inquiry-based academics combined with a P.B.I.S. structure.

Must have or be able to obtain Illinois PEL with Special Education Teacher Endorsement (LBS1)

If you are located within 20 miles of the school for which you've applied, you will be considered for an in-person LBS1 Teacher position at that school. If you are only interested in a virtual position, you will be considered for a Virtual LBS1 Teacher position at Menta Tech Virtual Academy. If you are over 20 miles from the school for which you've applied, you will be considered for a Virtual LBS1 Teacher for that school location.

Responsibilities

• Teach all subjects in a virtual classroom setting
• Provide differentiated learning
• Work collaboratively with staff, including curriculum and clinical staff to yield positive results for the students
• Gain support on-campus from other teachers, administrators, curriculum staff, clinical staff, and various support staff that are Menta employees
• Provide a virtual social-emotional learning environment
• Have a virtual classroom size of around 10 students

Qualifications

• Current, Issued IL PEL (Professional Educator's License) LBS1 (Learning Behavior Specialist I) is required
• Must be flexible in the ability to teach multiple grade levels as student populations change
• Ability to virtually teach a classroom of students within all basic instructional areas
• Ability to virtually work with youth with emotional/behavioral/academic difficulties
• Ability to be flexible, work in teams and creatively problem solve
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefit Plans
• 10 Month School Position with 12 Month Semi-Monthly Pay
• Generous Paid Time Off Benefits
• 403(b) Investment Options
• Direct Employer Hire

Menta Academy Oak Park

Our unique, innovative learning environment provides the ideal instructional formula in Menta’s focus on personalized learning, which allows students to have some level of voice and choice on what they learn, the pace at which they learn and to some extent where they learn. Tailoring the learning experiences via a student’s Individual Educational Plan, with an emphasis on student inquiry and interests increases engagement and optimizes learning.

Students Served: High School-21

More About The Menta Group

The Menta Group’s mission is “To provide innovative solutions to critical problems in education and human services.” Menta brings a framework of educational practices that have been designed and are supported through evidence based practices. At the beginning of a student’s experience with Menta, a collaborative meeting is held that includes the student, significant people in their lives, Menta staff and other professionals as appropriate.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Menta Education Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Menta Group ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability.