Frontline Applicant Tracking - Parkland Preparatory Academy

Openings as of 4/6/2025
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Special Education Teacher - Oak Lawn

JobID: 110

Position Type:
  Certified Teaching/K-12+ Special Education Teacher (LBS I)


Date Posted:
  7/15/2024


Location:
  Parkland Preparatory Academy South


Date Available:
  When Filled


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Summary of Responsibilities
 
Under the direction of the Principal, the teacher's responsibilities are to lead classroom instruction to achieve state standards, IEP goals, transition planning guides, and/or district graduation requirements.  The teacher is responsible for the supervision and coordination of the classroom environment (i.e. students and paraprofessional aides).  Interprets and actualizes school curriculum within the classroom environment and is responsible to deliver instruction at various levels in the classroom to insure every student the opportunity to succeed educationally, behaviorally, and have the opportunity to explore vocational situations.

We are in need of Special Education Teachers with an LBS1 degree or endorsement at our Oak Lawn location
immediately and starting pay at this location is $60,000.00


Essential Functions:
 
•      Establishes collaborative relationships with colleagues, consultants, therapists, and administrators.
 
•      Maintains the required educational certifications and training required of all Parkland Preparatory Academy employees as well as those professional certifications and endorsements required by ISBE.
 
•      Keeps informed, and actively seeks training in current developments, trends, and instructional best practices which pertain to the overall success of the student by maximizing his or her individual skills and talents.
 
•      Assists in physically restraining students and/or crisis management when necessitated by student behavior.
 
•      Attends scheduled team meetings.
 
•      Recognizes and proactively reacts to conditions which, potentially, may alter the effectiveness of the whole program and/or their specific job responsibilities.
 
•      Gathers information from other staff and completes individual tasks/assignments prior to staffing and/or completion date.
 
•      Completes IEP and/or other reports to be presented at staffings.
 
•      Gives verbal or written feedback of student's progress and future goals and objectives at staffing.
 
•      Communicates with parents/guardians and external consumers in a positive and supportive manner.
 
•      Participates and contributes to in-service trainings and staff development opportunities and provides input and suggestions for future topics and directions.
 
•      Attends classes, conferences, and other opportunities for learning for personal professional development.
 
•      Demonstrates knowledge of all procedures related to emergencies and disasters.
 
•      Participates in discussions in a proactive, professional, and solution focused manner. 
 
•      Confronts issues with other staff honestly and respectfully.  Processes incidences to a mutually satisfactory conclusion.
 
Educational/Experience:
 
Must have an Illinois Teaching Certification with Learning Behavioral Specialist certification / endorsement / approval (LBSI).  Knowledge of educational, child development and classroom teaching/management theories with a good understanding of educational and therapeutic interventions is preferred.





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Openings as of 4/6/2025
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Special Education Teacher - Plainfield

JobID: 122

Position Type:
  Certified Teaching/K-12+ Special Education Teacher (LBS I)


Date Posted:
  7/15/2024


Location:
  Parkland Preparatory Academy Plainfield


Date Available:
  When Filled


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Summary of Responsibilities
 
Under the direction of the Principal, the teacher's responsibilities are to lead classroom instruction to achieve state standards, IEP goals, transition planning guides, and/or district graduation requirements.  The teacher is responsible for the supervision and coordination of the classroom environment (i.e. students and paraprofessional aides).  Interprets and actualizes school curriculum within the classroom environment and is responsible to deliver instruction at various levels in the classroom to insure every student the opportunity to succeed educationally, behaviorally, and have the opportunity to explore vocational situations.
 
Essential Functions:
 
•      Establishes collaborative relationships with colleagues, consultants, therapists, and administrators.
 
•      Maintains the required educational certifications and training required of all Parkland Preparatory Academy employees as well as those professional certifications and endorsements required by ISBE.
 
•      Keeps informed, and actively seeks training in current developments, trends, and instructional best practices which pertain to the overall success of the student by maximizing his or her individual skills and talents.
 
•      Assists in physically restraining students and/or crisis management when necessitated by student behavior.
 
•      Attends scheduled team meetings.
 
•      Recognizes and proactively reacts to conditions which, potentially, may alter the effectiveness of the whole program and/or their specific job responsibilities.
 
•      Gathers information from other staff and completes individual tasks/assignments prior to staffing and/or completion date.
 
•      Completes IEP and/or other reports to be presented at staffings.
 
•      Gives verbal or written feedback of student's progress and future goals and objectives at staffing.
 
•      Communicate with parents/guardians and external consumers in a positive and supportive manner.
 
•      Participates and contributes to in-service trainings and staff development opportunities and provides input and suggestions for future topics and directions.
 
•      Attends classes, conferences, and other opportunities for learning for personal professional development.
 
•      Demonstrates knowledge of all procedures related to emergencies and disasters.
 
•      Participates in discussions in a proactive, professional, and solution focused manner. 
 
•      Confronts issues with other staff honestly and respectfully.  Processes incidences to a mutually satisfactory conclusion.
 
Educational/Experience:
 
Must have an Illinois Teaching Certification with Learning Behavior Specialist certification / endorsement / approval (LBSI).  Knowledge of educational, child development and classroom teaching/management theories with a good understanding of educational and therapeutic interventions is preferred.
 
 





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Openings as of 4/6/2025
Certified Teaching

Elementary Special Education Teacher - Bartlett

JobID: 126

Position Type:
  Certified Teaching/K-12+ Special Education Teacher (LBS I)


Date Posted:
  7/15/2024


Location:
  Parkland Preparatory Academy Bartlett


Date Available:
  When Filled


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Job description
 
Position Title: Program Therapist
 
*Must have active license as a school counselor, school social worker, school psychologist, LCSW, LSW, LPC or LCPC
 
Summary of Responsibilities:
 
This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a BRAND NEW SCHOOL! We are looking for confident team players to support our student population with special needs. Come be part of the foundation to our new campus in Morton Grove with Parkland Team Members!
 
The Program Therapist performs social service and related service functions as required by the student’s IEP to assist students in meeting their social-emotional and educational needs. The services a therapist provided includes: behavior intervention, direct and consultative therapeutic service to the student, and coordination of services with outside providers. School counselors will also work with families/legal guardians and outside agencies to provide coordination of services, teaching of social emotional standards, and targeted group/individual services at school aligned with IEP goals. The program therapist serves as an integral member of the school team, will be involved with student interventions, and is also responsible for reporting behavioral data and data related to physical restraints and time spent outside of the classroom.
 
Educational/Experience:
 
A Master’s Degree in a mental health/ human services field from an accredited college (social work, counseling). Must have Certification / PEL as a School Service Personnel Social Worker, LPC, LCPC, LSW or School Psychologist.
 
A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in behavioral health, with experience in individual, family and group therapies, crisis intervention and treatment skills preferred; must have strong clinical assessment skills, with majority of experience focused on the child/adolescent population.
 
Essential Functions:
 
• The Program Therapist establishes collaborative relationships with colleagues, consultants, therapists, and administrators.
• Must be able to assist in physical restraint of students when necessary (annual CPI Training will be provided).
• Attends scheduled team meetings and all student IEP meetings.
• Participates in discussions in a proactive, professional, and problem solving manner.
• Recognizes and proactively reacts to conditions which, potentially, may alter the effectiveness of the whole program, both internal and external to their primary responsibilities.
• Gathers input and data from other staff prior to IEP meetings.
• Completes IEP components or other reports to be presented at annual reviews, progress reviews or three year re-evaluations.
• Gives verbal or written feedback of student’s progress and future goals and objectives.
• Communicates with parents and outside agencies in a supportive manner providing them with special education related information.
• Participates and contributes to in-service sessions and provides input and suggestions for future topics and directions.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all procedures related to emergencies and disasters.
• Contributes to the school environment which encourages students to be responsible, independent, and confident.
• Understands and adheres to policies involving reporting of abuse to DCFS and confidentiality regarding all information about students.
• Ensures that pertinent issues/problems are discussed in a timely manner and that communication between school and home is maintained.
• Responsible for being knowledgeable about key issues in student’s present and past experience that may influence their actions and affect their learning abilities.
• Adjusts and merges treatment and instruction accordingly.
 
Job Specifications:
 
• Must accept direction, adhere to policies and procedures and carry out assignments.
• Must demonstrate tact, resourcefulness, patience, and dedication and react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Must demonstrate exemplary interpersonal skills, verbally communicate clearly and distinctly in a noisy environment, and be visually observant in dealing with staff, students, and parents.
• Knowledge of the IEP process and responsibilities assigned through this document.
• Knowledge of service delivery options and documentation of service delivery through Parkland Preparatory documentation model.
• Knowledge of individual, family, and group therapy techniques.
• Knowledge of clinical assessment skills.
• Knowledge of therapeutic planning and techniques.
• Skills in organizing and prioritizing workloads to meet deadlines.
• Ability to use good judgment and to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with Parkland students, supervisors, coworkers, subordinates, support agencies, and a variety of external consumers.
• Must project a positive image of the school to the students, parents/guardians, and staff as well as exhibit a positive employee attitude.
• Must have some knowledge of computer operations and proficient in Excel and Word.
• Adheres to the policies and procedures of Parkland Preparatory Academy.
 
Physical & Special Demands:
 
• Demonstrates preventative measures relating to Infection Control concepts.
• Required to frequently sit, stand, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, balance, push, pull and twist as well as walk and drive for extended periods. Ability to walk up and down stairs.
• Ability to operate machinery and equipment on premises.
• Works continuously in an environment where the noise level is frequently high and where:
 
- Chemicals are used for cleaning
 
- Mechanical and electrical hazards may be present occasionally
 
- Dust, mist and steam are generated in housekeeping tasks frequently
 
• Able to lift, carry, and lower 50 pounds without assistance. Ability to respond in a crisis to angry and sometimes disorganized, psychotic and/or verbally and physically abusive students while maintaining focus on student and staff safety. Ability to verbally communicate to de-escalate a crisis situation. Able to participate in physical restraint of students per policy.
• Must possess the ability to provide physical restraint to students.
• Must have the visual, hearing, and learning capabilities sufficient to perform the essential functions defined above.
 
Disclaimer Statement:
 
This description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions, and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of a person so classified. Management retains the right to add to or change the duties at any time.
 
Job Type: Full-time
 
Salary: Starting at $52,000.00 per year & up
 
Benefits:
 
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
 
Schedule:
 
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
 
COVID-19 considerations:
 
We are following CDC and IDPH guidelines for all Illinois schools.
 
Education:
 
Master's (Required)
 
Work Location: In person
 
 





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Openings as of 4/6/2025
Certified Teaching

Special Education Teacher- Lake in the Hills

JobID: 128

Position Type:
  Certified Teaching/K-12+ Special Education Teacher (LBS I)


Date Posted:
  7/15/2024


Location:
  Parkland Preparatory Academy- Lake in the Hills


Date Available:
  When Filled


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


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Summary of Responsibilities
 
Under the direction of the Principal, the teacher's responsibilities are to lead classroom instruction to achieve state standards, IEP goals, transition planning guides, and/or district graduation requirements.  The teacher is responsible for the supervision and coordination of the classroom environment (i.e. students and paraprofessional aides).  Interprets and actualizes school curriculum within the classroom environment and is responsible to deliver instruction at various levels in the classroom to insure every student the opportunity to succeed educationally, behaviorally, and have the opportunity to explore vocational situations.
 
Essential Functions:
 
•      Establishes collaborative relationships with colleagues, consultants, therapists, and administrators.
 
•      Maintains the required educational certifications and training required of all Parkland Preparatory Academy employees as well as those professional certifications and endorsements required by ISBE.
 
•      Keeps informed, and actively seeks training in current developments, trends, and instructional best practices which pertain to the overall success of the student by maximizing his or her individual skills and talents.
 
•      Assists in physically restraining students and/or crisis management when necessitated by student behavior.
 
•      Attends scheduled team meetings.
 
•      Recognizes and proactively reacts to conditions which, potentially, may alter the effectiveness of the whole program and/or their specific job responsibilities.
 
•      Gathers information from other staff and completes individual tasks/assignments prior to staffing and/or completion date.
 
•      Completes IEP and/or other reports to be presented at staffings.
 
•      Gives verbal or written feedback of student's progress and future goals and objectives at staffing.
 
•      Communicates with parents/guardians and external consumers in a positive and supportive manner.
 
•      Participates and contributes to in-service trainings and staff development opportunities and provides input and suggestions for future topics and directions.
 
•      Attends classes, conferences, and other opportunities for learning for personal professional development.
 
•      Demonstrates knowledge of all procedures related to emergencies and disasters.
 
•      Participates in discussions in a proactive, professional, and solution focused manner. 
 
•      Confronts issues with other staff honestly and respectfully.  Processes incidences to a mutually satisfactory conclusion.
 
Educational/Experience:
 
Must have an Illinois Teaching Certification with Learning Behavioral Specialist certification / endorsement / approval (LBSI).
 
 





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Openings as of 4/6/2025
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Special Education Teacher- Morton Grove

JobID: 134

Position Type:
  Certified Teaching/K-12+ Special Education Teacher (LBS I)


Date Posted:
  7/15/2024


Location:
  Parkland Preparatory Academy- Morton Grove


Date Available:
  When Filled


Closing Date:
  Open until filled


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Summary of Responsibilities
 
Under the direction of the Principal, the teacher's responsibilities are to lead classroom instruction to achieve state standards, IEP goals, transition planning guides, and/or district graduation requirements.  The teacher is responsible for the supervision and coordination of the classroom environment (i.e. students and paraprofessional aides).  Interprets and actualizes school curriculum within the classroom environment and is responsible to deliver instruction at various levels in the classroom to insure every student the opportunity to succeed educationally, behaviorally, and have the opportunity to explore vocational situations.
 
Essential Functions:
 
•      Establishes collaborative relationships with colleagues, consultants, therapists, and administrators.
 
•      Maintains the required educational certifications and training required of all Parkland Preparatory Academy employees as well as those professional certifications and endorsements required by ISBE.
 
•      Keeps informed, and actively seeks training in current developments, trends, and instructional best practices which pertain to the overall success of the student by maximizing his or her individual skills and talents.
 
•      Assists in physically restraining students and/or crisis management when necessitated by student behavior.
 
•      Attends scheduled team meetings.
 
•      Recognizes and proactively reacts to conditions which, potentially, may alter the effectiveness of the whole program and/or their specific job responsibilities.
 
•      Gathers information from other staff and completes individual tasks/assignments prior to staffing and/or completion date.
 
•      Completes IEP and/or other reports to be presented at staffings.
 
•      Gives verbal or written feedback of student's progress and future goals and objectives at staffing.
 
•      Communicates with parents/guardians and external consumers in a positive and supportive manner.
 
•      Participates and contributes to in-service trainings and staff development opportunities and provides input and suggestions for future topics and directions.
 
•      Attends classes, conferences, and other opportunities for learning for personal professional development.
 
•      Demonstrates knowledge of all procedures related to emergencies and disasters.
 
•      Participates in discussions in a proactive, professional, and solution focused manner. 
 
•      Confronts issues with other staff honestly and respectfully.  Processes incidences to a mutually satisfactory conclusion.
 
Educational/Experience:
 
Must have an Illinois Teaching Certification with Learning Behavioral Specialist certification / endorsement / approval (LBSI).
 
 





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Openings as of 4/6/2025
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Special Education Teacher- LBS1- Morton Grove

JobID: 138

Position Type:
  Certified Teaching/K-12+ Special Education Teacher (LBS I)


Date Posted:
  7/15/2024


Location:
  Parkland Preparatory Academy- Morton Grove


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Job description- Morton Grove- Virtual Instructor
 
About Parkland Preparatory Academy:
 
*This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a BRAND NEW SCHOOL! We are looking for confident team players to support our student population with special needs. Come be part of the foundation to our new campus in Morton Grove with Parkland Team Members! Not only is this a BRAND NEW SCHOOL, but we've added a Virtual Learning Program for High School Students as well. 
 
Parkland Preparatory Academy, one of Chicago's most innovative and dynamic therapeutic day schools, is seeking Special Education teachers with LBS-1 certification in Morton Grove. We are specifically seeking teachers willing to work and collaborate on campus in Morton Grove- but lead their caseload of students throguh virtual means! Parkland employees have an opportunity to experience a multi-faceted and unique teaching environment with support and freedom to innovate. Our goal is to meet students where they are, and help them make the gains necessary to reintegrate into a less restrictive environment or complete their high school education! We have the platforms, technology and curriculum, all we need is for you to bring your expeience and motivation for students!
 
Requirements/Qualifications:
 
- Professional Educator License- LBS1 or LBS1 endorsement
 
- Strong behavior management skills
 
- Ability to collaborate with other professionals in a fast paced environment

-Knowledge of Google application

-Ability to maintain great communication with students
 
Duties/Responsibilities:
 
- Facilitate and assign standards based lessons in the eact courses student's need to graduate
 
- Ability to individually differentiate virtual instruction according to IEP's
 
- Strong communication and relational skills, to help lead students to success

- Engage students through multifaceted curricular materials
 
- Construct legally sound IEP's
 
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with Parkland students, supervisors, coworkers, subordinates, supporting agencies, and a variety of external agencies.
 
Job Description:
 
- Teachers provide instructional opportunities for students to access state learning standards, achieve IEP goals, BIP goals and transition goals.
 
- Well aware of district graduation requirements.
 
- Teacher can multitask successfully throughout the work day, tend to case management needs, planning, 1-1 or small group instructional sessions, and attend IEP meetings.
 
- Teacher monitors students receiving related services weekly (Speech, Occupational Therapy, Counseling, etc.)
 
- Must accept direction, adhere to policies, procedures within the company.
 
- Must demonstrate tact, resourcefulness, patience, and dedication and react calmly and effectively in high stress situations.
 
- Maintains ongoing progress records for all students assigned and communicate progress regularly to parents.
 
- Demonstrates preparedness for IEP meetings through the submission of drafted documents according to supervisors timeline.
 
- Very important- Has the ability to support students who begin to mainstream to a less restrictive learning environment through maintaining regular contact with home school staff, District Rep. and student's parents in order to facilitate a successful permanent transition.
 
Benefits:
 
- Highly competitive salary
 
- Tuition reimbursement
 
- Annual raise
 
- 401k Retirement plan
 
- Health care/Dental benefits
 
- Life insurance
 
- On and off campus professional development opportunities
 
- Paid time off
 
- Employee recognition program
 
If you seek to join a team of passionate educators in an environment that strives for excellence, then please forward your resume. Join us in the passionate pursuit of educational excellence. For more information on Parkland Preparatory Academy and job openings, please visit our website at www.parklandprep.com
 
Job Type: Full-time
 
Job Type: Full-time
 
Salary: From $54,000.00 per year
 
Benefits:
 
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
 
Schedule:
 
• Monday to Friday
 
COVID-19 considerations:
 
Yes we have a policy in place aligned with IDPH, CDC and ISBE expectations
 
License/Certification:
 
• LBS1 endorsement or Certificate (Required)
 
Work Location: In person





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