Elementary Special Education Teacher; Burr Ridge, IL

Special Education Teacher

Provide instructional programs to students.

Reports to:

Building Administrator and Director of Special Education.

Qualifications:

Illinois Teaching License with appropriate endorsements (LBS1).

Duties and Responsibilities:

General:
Communicate and collaborate effectively with others. Ensure confidentiality of sensitive information. Maintain a record of dependability as evidenced by consistent attendance, punctuality and attention to work. Understand and adapt to a variety of situations. Maintain and exhibit general and personal safety practices. Maintain stakeholder satisfaction. Work independently and exercise good judgment. Assume personal responsibility for professional performance and growth. Utilize effective problem solving processes.

Exhibit professionalism in appearance and demeanor. Read, understand and follow verbal and written directions. Utilize applicable technology to support performance responsibilities.

Specific:
Develop and implement the use of effective instructional strategies based on the needs identified in students IEP's. Plan and carry out group and individual academic lessons. Provide instruction for students with a wide range of disabilities in a range of settings including extended resource, small group resource and push in models. Promote a collaborative relationship with fellow teachers. Keep ongoing anecdotal records including both academic and behavioral progress.

Attend building staff meetings and applicable LADSE in-service programs. Make proactive calls to parents, LADSE, and district staff concerning behavior, grades, school conferences, etc. Participate and prepare information for re-evaluations, annual review, and progress review meetings as determined by district. Complete academic assessments on students at the beginning and end of the school year. Supervise and collaborate with classroom instructional aides.

Establish working relationships with and provide feedback to administrators, parents, and community services. Monitor classroom and building space for safety hazards. Monitor student behavior during classroom and passing periods.

Evaluation:
Performance in this position will be evaluated annually, twice annually, or at least every two years in accordance with the provisions of the applicable policies of the district.

Terms of Employment:
Length of contract, salary, and benefits as established by the Collective Bargaining Agreement.