Description:
Special Education Teacher - Grades 7 & 8 - 25/26 School Year
Job Summary:
- Collaborate with an inclusive team to develop, monitor, and implement student IEPs.
- Instruct students using a district-aligned curriculum with an emphasis in Math.
- Develop lesson plans and goals that meet district expectations.
- Enrich or modify lessons, curriculum, materials, and resources in accordance with the needs of each student.
- Conduct formal and informal assessments to evaluate student progress. Administer standardized assessments as directed. Interpret student assessment data for application of instructional methods and monitoring of student progress.
- Communicate consistently, effectively, and in an appropriately timely manner with parents and students on progress using oral, written, and emerging technologies.
- Set clear expectations for students and manage classroom and school environment applying positive behavior supports and interventions as needed.
- Establish a safe atmosphere conducive to a positive learning environment. Act as a role model by encouraging appropriate behaviors that lead to social, emotional, and physical development.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the principal and/or Director of Special Education.
Qualifications:
- Illinois Certificates – LBS I, Bachelor's Degree
- Ability to function effectively as a member of the school staff
- Such other requirements as the Board may establish
Salary/Benefits:
- Placement on teachers' salary schedule, depending on training and experience
- Health/Dental/Life Insurance
Application Procedure:
Apply Online
