Special Education Teacher - Vandalia

Special Education Teacher - Vandalia Location Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS – May include, but are not limited to, the following:

INSTRUCTION & SUPPORT - Provides direct instruction that enables the student to progress toward goals and objectives on the IEP. Schedules/plans/monitors interventions using a variety of service delivery models to meet students’ needs. Maintains and utilizes student data to guide instruction and IEP development;

COLLABORATION – Collaborates and consults with colleagues, district staff, other school personnel, and parents on developing and implementing students’ individual educational programs. Directs and supports paraprofessionals and other staff in the implementation of each IEP. Assists in analyzing the need for interventions and/or special education services;

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT - Maintains effective classroom management to create a positive learning environment that is safe for all children. Implements individual and group behavior intervention programs to improve student performance. Participates in required professional training and utilizes training to assist students in learning and in being safe;

IEP COMPLIANCE - Manages the development and implementation of Individual Educational Programs (including Transition Plans and Behavior Intervention Plans) for each assigned student based on individually assessed needs. Monitors and reports on the progress of students on the teacher’s class list. Ensures IEP modifications/accommodations are implemented for students under the teacher’s direction. Provides all statutorily required notices and requests, as required, for purposes of complying with the IDEA and related state and federal regulations.

Coordinates all the necessary supportive services to meet individual student needs;

STUDENT RECORDS – Maintains accurate records for each child (i.e., IEPs, parent contacts, progress reports, assessment data, grades). Monitors student class lists and meets all special education timelines; and

OTHER - Assists individual children in need of special attention (may include, but is not limited to:changing clothes, changing diapers, feeding, self-care, hygiene, lifting/transferring, monitoring health problems, monitoring behaviors). Performs other duties and additional responsibilities, as assigned.

Employees in this position must be able to (a) sit or stand for extended periods of time, (b) type/enter data into a computer, (c) stand, walk, bend over, reach, push/pull up to 10 lbs., and lift/carry up to 25-40 lbs.

EXPECTATIONS:

Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students, families, and school employees

Communicates effectively with staff, students, and parents

Displays fairness, patience, self-control, and impartiality for all students and staff

Work cooperatively and effectively with others

Performs and completes duties within legally mandated timelines

Adheres to the designated work schedule

Follows policies and procedures of the district(s)/building(s) to which the teacher is assigned

Adheres to established rules, regulations, laws, and appropriate ethical standards

QUALIFICATIONS:

• ISBE Professional Educator License with appropriate special education endorsement or approval
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, and time management skills
• Possess a valid driver’s license and maintain automotive insurance coverage as required by IL law

Salary/Benefits:

• Depending on years of experience, the range is between $43,562.48 +9%
  TRS contribution $80,000 +9%
  TRS contribution.
• Benefits include 15 sick days, 3 personal days, TRS and insurance contribution, college tuition contribution towards continuing education that benefits our organization, retirement incentives, mentoring provided, professional development opportunities, and support provided.

Terms of Employment:

• Full-Time Permanent – 180 Day Position with potential to attend paid professional development prior to the start of the school year
• Start Date - August 2025
• 8:00-4:00 with a 30-minute lunch

This is a NEW Special Education Public Day School run by Mid-State Special Education Cooperative. We…