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Safe Haven School

High School Special Education Math Teacher - 26/27 Immediate opening

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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

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Job Description

Responsibility Position Summary Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Licensed Special Education Teacher develops and provides instruction to meet the unique needs of students; Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives; follows State mandates. Essential functions of the job may include, but are not limited to the following: Areas of Responsibility Instruction 1. Collaborate and consult with the Executive Director to establish curriculum goals, objectives, activities, and evaluation methods in accordance with Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) performance standards and descriptors 2. Develop lessons and teach grade level high school math including, Basic Math, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Pre Calculus, Personal finance. 3. Implement and evaluate the Safe Haven School curriculum to ensure the individual needs of students are being met, to ensure compliance with ISBE standards, and to ensure compliance with public school requirements 4. Integrate experiential learning in content areas to enhance student learning through critical thinking, problem-solving, cooperative learning, and application to everyday life 5. Provide individualized and group instruction to assigned students consistent with IEP goals and objectives, Accommodations and Modifications, student learning assessments, and state standards and descriptors 6. Coordinate and consult with the Executive Director for guidance in remediation, support, and enrichment to assigned students 7. Implement modifications and accommodations as specified in students' IEPs 8. Assess and evaluate student understanding and knowledge 9. Administer state assessments and progress monitoring Case Management 1. Implement the individualized educational plans 2. Complete all required reports and documentation for assigned students within established time frames 3. Coordinate case management with Clinical Case Managers to:
  • Review student progress
  • Plan and develop effective instructional and behavioral techniques and strategies to enhance student learning
  • Propose IEP revisions
  • Update the Case Management Team in writing any significant changes in students' academic or behavior 4.
Maintain daily attendance records and weekly lesson plans 5. Provide feedback to assigned students regarding academic and behavioral progress 6. Attend all meetings and conferences for assigned students 7. Prepare materials for all meetings and conferences for assigned students 8. Maintain student records for assigned students consistent with ISBE regulations 9. Complete and communicate Weekly grades with parents and Social Workers 10. Maintain student/classroom data Build a positive learning environment 1. Maintain a therapeutic environment within the classroom 2. Contribute to a positive school culture 3. Maintain safety throughout the school day 4. Communicate student or classroom issues with the teachers, social worker, and administration. 5. Maintains a positive attitude School Expectations 1. Actively participates as a member of the team 2. Maintains a solution focus when addressing problems 3. Participates in staff development and required meetings 4. Maintain punctuality to meetings and classes 5. Participate in committees 6. Participate in ESY as assigned General 2. Obtain prior approval from the Executive Director for all program expenditures and submit approved purchase orders and receipts to the Educational Director/Executive Director 6. Maintain professional boundaries with assigned students and staff members 7. DCFS-mandated reporter 8. Maintains ISBE licensure and compliance expectations 9. Maintains attendance and punctuality 10. Maintains required paperwork 11. Presents positively and professionally in appearance and demeanor 12. Maintain expectations as stated in the employee handbook.
Benefits:
Employees working 32 hours or more are entitled to benfits Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance
Job Type:
Full Time License/Certification:
Illinois PEL Special Education Certification (Required)
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Professional Development
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance