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Special Education Teacher

Full-time Special Education Teacher for Highland Middle School SDEP (Social Developmental and Education Program) grades 7-8

Job Summary:

• Learn and implement a comprehensive system (including a Point system and a therapeutic component) for promoting student behavioral success.
• Be trained in the structure of the SDEP program and ACT therapy by the district's Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Collect and upload student behavior data to the BCBA.
• Collect, organize, and use data to drive decision-making for academics and behavior.
• Consult with the Director of Special Services, Principal, and BCBA on a regular basis to maintain programming integrity and functionality.
• Individualize lessons and deliver instruction to students with a variety of academic and behavioral needs.
• Receive training and be prepared to use CPI de-escalation techniques when necessary.
• Learn and use online IEP software and write IEPs according to state and district guidelines.
• Manage and work collaboratively with paraprofessionals (program assistants and individual care aides).
• Contribute to and support school improvement initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with administration and related service staff (counselor, social worker, nurse, etc.) in order to deliver service to students.

Qualifications:

Must meet requirements for reimbursement as an LBS I Endorsed Teacher.

Application Procedure:

Apply online - please upload a letter of interest, resume, 3 letters of professional recommendation, transcripts and Illinois Teacher license information with your online application.