Educator Opt. B; Math

Position Overview:

The Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking a motivated Educator to join our team. The ideal candidate will instruct students in the assigned curriculum area using developmentally appropriate teaching methods and techniques current with teaching methodologies. The candidate should set student goals, implement behavioral techniques, collaborate with the school principal, fellow teachers, administrators, and counselors, and provide supportive supervision. If you meet the requirements and have experience preparing and executing diagnostic test instruments, evaluating testing on a follow-up basis, gauging the rate and scope of students’ progress, and maximizing student potential, this opportunity is for you.

• Under general supervision, administers classroom and individual instruction to participating youth in the assigned subject area(s).
• Within the Core Curriculum policy, develops curricula for each assigned teaching subject.
• Develops examination tools designed to measure each student’s strengths, weaknesses, and progress.
• Prepares and maintains detailed records and reports on attendance, achievement, and individual progress and needs of the students.
• Directs students in recreational, social, or other extracurricular activities.
• Attends and participates in regular teachers’ meetings, including counselor-teacher meetings, team meetings, and staff development.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the duties listed above.

• Current and valid Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) Professional Educator License (PEL) with Secondary Education, Grades 9-12, in Mathematics.

• At least two (2) years of experience implementing behavior modification principles.
• At least two (2) years of experience providing educational support to students with extreme and profound emotional impairments.
• At least one (1) year of experience evaluating students using tools and/or programs to assist in behavioral objective creation.
• At least one (1) year of experience evaluating students’ individual educational needs.
• At least one (1) year of experience guiding and directing staff in training and educational development of a student.
• At least two (2) years of experience with Microsoft Word and/or equivalent software.
• At least one (1) year of experience with Microsoft Excel and/or equivalent software.
• At least one (1) year of experience with Microsoft Outlook and/or equivalent software.

• Ability to pass an IDOC/IDJJ background check.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and comply with all applicable policies regarding controlled substances.
• Ability to use English to prepare and deliver instructions.
• Ability to travel as required for duties, meetings, conferences, and other events.

The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) builds youth skills and strengthens families by promoting community safety and positive youth outcomes. The department collaborates across security, programming, education, mental health, and other areas to provide developmentally focused care and support for youth in five facilities. IDJJ also serves aftercare and related programs in Illinois communities.

• Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Paid parental leave
• Pre-tax benefits programs including Deferred Compensation and Medical benefits
• Paid sick days and vacation days with progression based on service
• Paid personal days and holidays
• Flexible work schedules where available