Special Education Teacher (ISEC)

Special Education Teacher (ISEC)

Assist students in remedying academic and behavioral delays; consult with school staff regarding appropriate behavioral/academic interventions for students in regular education and special education for students requiring special education services. Self-contained Classroom.

Qualifications:

• License:
  Required
  - Illinois Professional Educators License with LBS-1 Endorsement registered in Lake County
• Education:
  
  Required
  - Bachelor's Degree
• Experience:
  
  Required
  - Prior teaching experience or student teaching experience. Preferred
  - Experience with educational life skills teaching, low incidence population and behavior planning.

Essential Performance Abilities:

• Has command of subject matter and effectively implements the Woodland District 50 curriculum including Response to Intervention (RtI) and Common Core State Standards
• Contributes to a positive school climate through the support of the district's Strategic Plan and Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) program
• Orders materials and supplies as per district procedures, with appropriate authorization and within budgetary constraints
• Works cooperatively with other staff members
• Collaborates with staff and paraprofessionals to meet the needs of students with special needs
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in locations and at the times assigned
• Maintains control of storage and use of school-owned property; keeps supplies in good working condition, is responsible for all materials as well as manages repair of equipment
• Collaborates as needed with appropriate school personnel regarding students who may need specialized interventions
• Uses a variety of avenues to communicate regularly with parents and school personnel regarding students' levels and rates of progress
• Daily lesson plans are organized and educational materials are prepared to implement district curriculum and Common Core State Standards
• Uses a variety of instructional techniques and differentiates instruction to meet the individual needs and interests of the students
• Adheres to the guidelines outlined in the Woodland School District 50 Staff Handbook
• Attends Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings, parents meetings, problem solving team meetings, etc. when appropriate
• Selects learning content congruent with prescribed curriculum and IEP. Provide modifications/accommodations as listed on the IEP to meet the various learning styles of students
• Develops and completes measurable IEP goals and objectives. Progress monitors all goals and objectives consistently as outlined by the District
• Develops, maintains and implements appropriate Individual Education Plans (IEP) in accordance with state and federal statutes
• Adapts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students varying needs, interests and abilities
• Incorporates technology and assistive technology into classroom activities
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students
• Works effectively with students with varying disabilities in a classroom setting
• Provides classroom management to meet the needs of a variety of students
• Effectively and consistently provide behavioral interventions to a variety of students
• Prepares for classes assigned, and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor
• Strives to implement by instruction and action the District's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives
• Works cooperatively with other school personnel in the identification, diagnosis and remediation of individual students with specialized needs, to include providing RtI support when appropriate
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct
• Makes provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when necessary
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignment for paraprofessionals and volunteers
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence by attending professional development activities
• Works collaboratively with parents to increase their understanding of their child's disability and provide suggestions to enhance the child's ability to benefit from educational environment
• Utilizes the RTI model to assist in reviewing data, determining academic needs, setting appropriate academic goals and implementing interventions for students
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil conduct in alignment with the Parent/Student Handbook and PBIS in order to provide for a safe, orderly, productive environment
• Maintains accurate, complete, and up-to-date records of student attendance, projects, and grades
• Gathers and maintains up-to-date records of student grades and assessment data to assist in the placement of students
• Administers state and local standardized ability and achievement tests and…