Title: Special Education Teacher (PTP)
Job Requirements
Our Mission
The mission of School District 123 is “Learning Today for a Successful Tomorrow.” We believe each child has unlimited potential and deserves equal access to a challenging and comprehensive curriculum in a safe, secure, and appropriate environment.
Direct Supervisor
Building Principal and/or Supervisor of Special Education
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical demands and working conditions required of this position. The Co-Teacher works alongside a general education teacher in an inclusive classroom.
Demonstrate support for the Mission, Vision, and Goals of the Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123
Uphold the established Board of Education policies, regulations, and administrative procedures
Communicate and cooperate with colleagues, students, parents, and the community as needed to meet professional standards
Maintain and improve professional competence
Participate in meetings and perform other responsibilities as assigned by the principal or designee in accordance with the contract and Board of Education
Assess and address students' strengths and learning needs
Case management including: developing IEPs, monitoring student progress, communicating with parents and team members, assisting in the preparation of student schedules, implementing behavior intervention plans, and coordinating scheduled meeting times when necessary
Plan and implement appropriate instruction using methods and materials which are most appropriate for meeting student goals and objectives
Evaluate students on a regular basis and provide reports as required
Create a classroom and school environment that is conducive to learning and is age appropriate
Utilize technology to promote learning, creativity, collaboration
Ability to sit/stand for prolonged periods of time
Apply student learning theory, brain-based learning, and differentiated instruction
Regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job
Additional responsibilities as appropriate for the position
Terms of Employment
Hours/Day: (CBA – Art. II – Section 10.A)
Months/Year: (CBA – Art. II – Section 10.B)
Link to Salary Schedule -> Under "Employee Negotiated Agreements"
https://www.d123.org/departments/finances/budget-financial-reports
Evaluation
Performance in this position will be evaluated by the Building Principal or designee in accordance with the Board of Education’s policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.
The School Board of Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 prohibits any and all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, age, homelessness, or disability or other basis prohibited by law in any of its programs, services, activities or employment.
