What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Teacher - Collaborative and fun environment! $2,000 sign-on bonus! position at Elim Christian Services?
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Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where every day brings opportunities to help students achieve small victories and reach their true potential? Are you excited to work with an organization that prioritizes mental health by offering free unlimited virtual counseling sessions for all employees? If so, we invite you to join our mission.
Every day is an adventure at Elim and we believe that the workplace should be a place where fun and learning go hand in hand. Our teachers are the heart of the classroom and we want them to feel appreciated so we offer perks such as donut and ice cream food trucks, after-school canvas painting party, free Thanksgiving lunch and other fun activities. We stress work-life balance and we reward our teachers with a generous starting wage.
As a teacher at Elim, your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing students to attain their individualized goals
- Creating a positive, safe and productive learning environment
- Providing instructional support, planning and implementation of individual educational plans
- Applying knowledge of sensory, behavioral and communication strategies for students with intensive needs
- Fostering a collaborative learning environment and provide leadership and direction to paraprofessionals
About Elim
At Elim, we believe that every person has a God-given purpose, and we are passionate about helping children and adults with developmental disabilities discover and pursue theirs. Through our special education programs, vocational training, and adult services, we create a place where students and adults are not only cared for but celebrated.
Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:15 am - 3:15 pm
Includes a 6 week extended school year
Wages :
- Competitive starting pay of $65,575 - $77,055 (Commensurate with experience and education) - 6 week ESY pay included in rate
- $2000 sign on bonus after 30 days
Benefits:
- Free unlimited virtual counseling sessions for employees through Better Help.
- Lifestyle Spending Account
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Plan
- Flex Spending
- Life Insurance
- Retirement plan (with match)
Education, Licenses & Certifications:
- Special Education degree or license (LBS1) - or will be obtaining your degree in the near future
- Current Illinois teacher license with PEL
If you are interested in this rewarding opportunity, please apply at https://www.elimcs.org/careers/
Salary : $65,575 - $77,055
