Location: East St. LouisTitle: Special Education Teacher
Classification: Certified
FLSA: Exempt
Department: Curriculum
Salary: $48,000 - $113,997
Work Year: 180 days
Benefits: 100% employer-paid premiums for employee medical, vision, and dental insurance, IMRF/TRS retirement, $ 50,000 life insurance policy, and family, spouse, and dependent coverage options.
Reports To: Principal or Designee
Description
Under the direction of the Principal, the teacher will guide students in gaining the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve at or above grade level in accordance with the student's IEP. Teachers will plan lessons, provide instruction, manage the classroom in a manner that is conducive to learning, as well as demonstrate fairness and respect with students. The teacher will work with parents/guardians, as well as district support personnel to provide appropriate support to students.
The teacher will perform professional responsibilities in a manner that is in compliance with Board policy, as well as adhering to state and federal laws regarding public education.
Desired Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's DegreeIllinois Professional Educator License with LBSI or LBSII endorsementsExperience with children of the age to be taughtTechnology skills necessary to deliver instructionKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of:
Illinois Learning StandardsAcademic evaluation and data collection methodsSchool ImprovementBest Practices in the delivery of curriculum and instructionContent Area to be taughtClassroom ManagementFederal and State laws regarding special educationAbility to:
Deliver instruction in a manner that improves student achievementImplement intense student supportCollect and manage data related to student progressMonitor and support student safetyCommunicate effectively orally and in writingWork in a team environment with teachers and other stakeholdersDuties and Responsibilities
Provide written lesson plans in accordance with the objectives of the instructional programEstablish high expectations for learning for all students and make ensure that students are aware of these expectationsProvide specialized instruction and collects data on student growth as well as recommend a course of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learningAssists in developing and implementing Individual Educational Plans (IEP) for studentsCoordinates with administrators and other teaching staff memebers to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and familiarize stakeholders with social work servicesServes as a liason between home and schoolMonitor and evaluate student progress and adjust instruction to support achievementApply effective practices in the delivery of curriculum and instructionUse differentiated instruction that is aligned with student needComply with all district/school policies, practices and procedures.Attend training/professional development and implement information and materials providedUse available technology to enhance instruction and achievementDemonstrate competency in all subject areas taughtProvide evidence of student performance and progressEstablish and maintain rules and conduct and discipline that are consistent with District Policy and Procedures and that result in an environment conducive to learningAdhere to policies and procedures regarding Special Education referrals, staffing, and conferencesPractice fairness in teacher-pupil relationships and exhibit an understanding and respect for students as individualsBe punctual and regular in attendance to school and duty assignmentsExhibit a cooperative attitude and professionalism toward students, parents, community, and school personnelMake appropriate use of professional preparation periodsPresent an appearance that does not adversely affect the student's ability to learnCommunicate the academic progress, attendance, and conduct of students to their parents/guardiansOther duties as necessary to the positionWorking Conditions
Inside/outside office environment.
Hazards/Unusual Demands
Frequent standing, sitting, walking, and lifting
Physical Requirements of
Job Functions:
Standing 0-4 hours per day 1-7 hours per day
Walking 0-2 hours at a time 1-2 hours per day
Sitting 0-2 hours at a time 0-5 hours per day
Driving Occasionally Occasionally
Essential Functions Measured in Terms of Frequency
I. Body Movement
Bend/Stoop FrequentlySquat/Crouch OccasionallyClimb OccasionallyCrawl Not at allOverhead Reach OccasionallyShoulder Reach FrequentlyKneel OccasionallyTwisting OccasionallyII. Lifting
0-10 lbs. Frequently11-20 lbs. Occasionally21-40 lbs. OccasionallyAdditional Comment:
Lifting or carrying refers to office supplies and equipment. Climbing stairs in or around buildings is also necessary
III. Repetitive Movement
Feet (both) Not at allHands (both) ConstantlyTyping/writing
Fine manipulation
Simple grasping
Light pushing and pulling
Please note:
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the…
