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Teacher - Regional Alternative Program
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What they do
A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$67,513 / year median in Illinois
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description TITLE:
Regional Safe School TeacherDEPARTMENT
Regional Office of Education #8DESCRIPTION:
Classroom teacher for Regional Safe School Program. Work with Program Coordinator to develop individualized learning program for up to 20 students in grades 6-12 using online curriculum to provide individualized academic plans for each student.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
State of Illinois License endorsed for secondary teaching (or ability to obtain) Ability to use technology effectively Knowledge and experience with behavior modification techniques, social emotional learning, and temperament and training to motivate at-risk youth Ability to work cohesively in a co-teaching classroom environment Ability to supplement online curriculum with hands-on activities and small group projectsREPORTS TO
RAP Program CoordinatorWORK SCHEDULE
1.0 FTE; 185 day position; 180 school calendar, 5 non-school calendar days, 8 hours dailyCOMPENSATION
$43,543.00 includes fully paid TRS, plus medical/dental, vision, and life benefits available.DUTIES:
Essential Skills:
Ability to assess individual needs, establish realistic and appropriate goals and objectives, and design and implement a program for each student Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing sufficient to express ideas, thoughts, lesson material and instructions clearly to students, community and staff Ability to plan and conduct a system of continuous evaluation of each student progress Ability to maintain suitable learning environment including appropriate planning and organization of classroom Ability to keep accurate class records and submit reports in a timely manner Ability to direct and evaluate paraprofessionals and other support staff Ability to manage and prioritize multiple activitiesJob Type:
Full-time Benefits:
Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personJob Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $43,543.00 per yearBenefits:
Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insuranceLicense/Certification:
State of Illinois License endorsed for Secondary Teaching (Preferred) Ability toCommute:
Freeport, IL 61032 (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance