Lead Teacher

The role of the Special Education Lead Teacher is to work closely with all members of the teaching staff to increase instructional skills, support the therapeutic environment, and be a resource to colleagues. Knowledge, Skills And Responsibilities Facilitate IEP processes, including writing, progress monitoring, updating goals, and holding meetings when a teacher is out for extended periods and/or when a teaching vacancy exists, in conjunction with school administration. Provide mentoring to new JCFS Knapp School teachers including Skyward applications (setting up gradebook, assignments, grading, IRs, etc.), KSY school functions (call off, meeting schedule, understanding school culture, etc.) and serve as a resource to new teachers Help determine professional development for department meetings with school administration Assist with testing scheduling, coordination, and administration in conjunction with the Coordinator of Educational Services. Represent JCFS and its programs in a positive manner to both internal and external contacts. Represent JCFS and its programs in a positive manner to both internal and external contacts. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements LBS 1 certification preferred, teaching certification required Proficient in Microsoft Suite Experience with SSM and other IEP systems At least four years of successful school experience Preferred Masters Degree in Special Education What You’ll Love About Us Time off: Paid time off varies by position – can include vacation days, sick days, paid federal holidays, and paid Jewish holidays. Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k) with base contribution and match. Additional health and wellness benefits, financial benefits, professional training, tuition reimbursement, 6 weeks paid parental leave, and much more. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship*. EEO Statement Jewish Child and Family Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. JCFS prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance. Please visit us at #J-18808-Ljbffr JCFS Chicago