Special Education Teacher (LBS1 Required) Bartlett Learning Center, Inc/Cupertino CILA Wheaton, IL Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Qualifications Teaching Certification LBS1

Special Education Certification Full Job Description About Us:

Clare Woods Academy, a non-public, non-profit alternative day school, is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Teacher to join our specialized educational team. In our therapeutic day school setting, we provide unique programming for children and young adults ages 5 to 22 who face learning and behavioral challenges, including many students on the Autism Spectrum. We take pride in being an inclusive and welcoming place for both students and staff, and you won't find another environment quite like ours! Our schedule includes holidays and plenty of other days off aligned with the school year calendar, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, we offer two pay schedules, enabling employees to receive consistent pay throughout the year without the worry of unpaid time during holiday breaks.

Responsibilities:

Foster a safe, respectful, and supportive classroom environment. Integrate social-emotional learning into daily instruction. Design, implement, and monitor a variety of creative and individualized sensory and therapeutic supports (e.g., sensory breaks, 'heavy work' activities, alternative seating, visual supports) to enhance student self-regulation, attention, and engagement in the learning environment. Systematically assess and adapt the classroom and learning materials to create a sensory-friendly environment that accommodates diverse auditory, visual, tactile, and movement-based needs of students. Employ a patient, trauma-informed, and understanding approach to interpreting and responding to student behaviors, recognizing that many behaviors are a form of communication or a response to sensory input. Coordinate class and student schedules to ensure students get to where they need to be on time. Develop and implement engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs. Lead and manage paraprofessionals in the classroom to ensure effective support for all students. Use a variety of techniques to keep the classroom running smoothly and be adaptable to ongoing changes and the evolving needs of students. Collaborate with colleagues, support staff, and families to meet students' individual goals. Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress, goals, and classroom updates. Participate in recurring staff meetings within and across departments. Attend and actively participate in IEP meetings, providing necessary reports and documentation. Monitor student progress through ongoing tracking, assessment, and feedback. Maintain accurate student records, progress reports, and documentation.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field. Valid teaching certification/licensure in Illinois and LBS1 certification required . Experience working with students in alternative or special education settings strongly preferred. Strong classroom management skills and a student-centered teaching philosophy. Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills. Demonstrated knowledge of diverse sensory processing differences and their impact on learning, behavior, and social-emotional development. Strong observational skills to accurately assess student sensory needs and effectively track the efficacy of sensory-based interventions.

Benefits:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options 403(b) retirement savings plan Ample scheduled time off and holidays aligned with the school year Choice between flexible pay schedules for consistent year-round income Dedicated teacher mentor program and classroom support staff upon hire Ongoing professional development, training, and collaborative growth opportunities

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person