Special Education Teacher (Part Time)

Position Type :

Special Education / Student Services / Special Education (LBSI)

Date Posted : 11 / 19 / 2024

Location :

Kendall Elementary School

Date Available : Immediately

Closing Date : Until Filled

Description :

Perform functions to instruct students on established curriculum ensuring each individual's goals is contained within the individual education plan and / or other targeted interventions, are met. Ensure students are provided with the knowledge, proficiencies and experiences necessary to become successful contributing citizens in an ever-changing world. This is a part time .6 FTE position.

Job Summary :

• Plan and instruct students on District and state approved curriculum in classroom, in integrated or direct service approaches as appropriate based on student needs.
• Modify and adapt lessons and curriculum as needed to meet individual student's needs and IEP goals.
• Modify, adapt and / or conduct assessments to evaluate progress. Implement standardized assessments as directed, modify and adapt tests, environment or equipment to meet individual student's needs.
• Through team meetings and IEP conferences, review student progress via assessments, maintain records of student work, and develop intervention strategies to ensure student success and growth.
• Meet regularly with teachers, teacher assistants and specialists to discuss individual student's modifications or adaptations, ongoing learning issues, interventions or problems. Work collaboratively to ensure individual student's needs are met.
• Actively participate on problem solving and intervention teams to facilitate early involvement and resolution to learning or behavioral problems.
• Complete required documentation of student progress and data necessary for IEP reports, goals and evaluations.
• Communicate both verbally and in writing with parents and students on progress.
• Establish a safe atmosphere conducive to a positive learning environment. Act as role model on appropriate behaviors ensuring social and emotional development is progressing normally.
• Assign work, instructions or lessons to teacher assistants. Assess work, modify and provide regular feedback.
• Actively participate on various building and District teams or committees. Provide feedback and act as liaison to other building staff.
• Enforce and support school policies, philosophies and objectives with students and parents.
• Collaborate with other staff in planning, modifying, enhancing and implementing curriculum and school objectives.
• Participate in staff development and school improvement activities in order to maintain professional growth. Plan and incorporate best practices or new strategies.
• Participate in events outside of the regularly scheduled work day such as orientation, open houses or conferences.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications : The qualified candidate will have a valid Illinois Professional Educator License with an LBSI endorsement.

Rate of pay : Salary is commensurate with education and experience. 24-25 Teacher Salary Schedule can be found here : IPEA 2024-2025 Salary & Stipend Schedule

Benefits : Benefits as described in the IPEA contract can be found here : IPEA Contract 2022-26

Working Conditions : Elementary Classroom

Selection Procedure : Qualified candidates will be contacted by the appropriate building administrator.