Special Education Teacher Behaviors in Therapeutic

Special Education Teacher For Students With Significant Behaviors In A Therapeutic Setting

Matteson School District 162, located in Richton Park, IL, is seeking a highly qualified special education teacher to provide instruction and support in a school serving students in grades K-8 with multiple, complex disabilities. This teacher works with a team of specialized professionals and related services staff to support students whose emotional, behavioral or mental health challenges significantly impact their learning and social success.

Each classroom is specifically designed to include specialized curriculum and instructional tools, and a low student/staff ratio that supports individualized and small group instruction.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  
  Bachelors or Masters degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, Applied Behavior Analysis, or a related field is required
• Certification/Licensure:
  Illinois State issued LBS1 license or equivalent (required)
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 3 years of experience in a special education classroom or clinical setting with experience working with children with multiple and severe disabilities (K-8 experience preferred)
• Desired Skills & Attributes:
  Experience working with a team to develop and implement IEPs that integrate both academic instruction and social/emotional/behavioral goals;
  Demonstrated ability to adapt and modify the general education curriculum to meet the diverse needs of students with significant emotional and behavioral challenges;
  Knowledge of the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and positive behavior support;
  Experience developing and implementing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and social skills training consistent with student IEPs;
  Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with parents, colleagues and program supervisors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Instruction and Curriculum:
  Provide instruction for students based on their individualized education program goals
• Monitor and accurately record student progress on academic and behavior goals
• Collect and analyze data to inform instructional decisions and adjust behavioral interventions as needed
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary therapeutic team to develop and integrate classroom strategies necessary for students' to achieve IEP goals
• Utilize positive reinforcement, descalation techniques, and structured routines to help students develop self-control and coping skills
• Create and maintain a safe, therapeutic, and highly structured classroom with visual schedules, quiet areas for descalation, and sensory tools
• Facilitate individual and group sessions focused on improving communication, problem-solving and peer relationships
• Classroom and School Climate:
  Foster a positive, student-centered class climate that promotes safety, engagement and belonging
• Direct and supervise the activities of paraprofessionals and instructional assistants within the classroom
• Actively promote trust and a culture of excellence

Application Process:

Interested applicants should submit:
Resume Letter of interest Copies of relevant Illinois Licensure Two professional references Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled Matteson ESD 162 is an equal opportunity employer