Hinsdale District 86 is looking for a Special Education teacher & case manager at Hinsdale Central High school The ideal candidate possesses strong content knowledge and the willingness and ability to teach students at differing academic levels across the discipline. This position is within the Special Education Department and may teach a variety of sheltered and/or co-taught classes.
Ideal candidates may have one or more of the following to support the needs of the department/school. (put in if applicable):
ESL/EL Endorsement preferred
Coaching and co-curricular openings
Case management experience
Job Title: Teacher
Calendar Work Days: 184 - School Year
Supervisor: Department Chair
Status: Exempt - HHSTA
POSITION SUMMARY
It is the responsibility of the Teacher to provide support to the instructional process by supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines, collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students’ parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress.
QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE - KNOWLEDGE:
PEL license with appropriate endorsement or other ISBE approval to qualify for assignment.
Good verbal and written communication skills required.
Demonstrated leadership ability to facilitate the student learning process.
Ability to communicate effectively and accurately, both orally and in writing, in English
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external constituents.
Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Ability to deal with difficult situations courteously, tactfully and with discretion and good judgment.
Knowledge of adolescent development standards.
Some assignments require instructing students in outdoor conditions on a variety of surfaces.
Some assignments require working with chemicals, foods, substances, etc. such as an assignment in Chemistry, Culinary Arts, Ceramics, etc. (not an exhaustive list).
Driver Education assignments require valid IL Driver License, clean driving record, and the ability to ambulate to and drive in a car.
