Special Education Teacher

Special Education Teacher

Job Type: Contract

Location: Olympia Fields, Illinois

Pay: Good pay and benefits!

Job Description

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Position Details:

Title: Special Education Teacher

Location: Olympia Fields, IL

Duration: Start Date: ASAP End Date: June 12, 2027

Onsite/Virtual: Onsite

Position Type: Contract

Working Hours: Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Hours: 36 hours per week

Student Age Group: K to 3

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement individualized lesson plans and instructional strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of students with disabilities.
• Adapt curriculum, instructional materials, and teaching methods based on individual student needs.
• Provide specialized instruction in accordance with students' IEPs.
• Create a supportive classroom environment that promotes academic and social development.
• Create, implement, and manage IEPs for assigned students.
• Develop measurable academic, behavioral, and developmental goals based on student needs.
• Monitor progress toward IEP goals and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Participate in IEP meetings and communicate student progress with families and relevant team members.
• Ensure services and accommodations are provided as outlined in each student's IEP.
• Conduct and utilize assessments to identify student strengths, needs, and areas for growth.
• Regularly monitor academic, social, emotional, and behavioral progress.
• Maintain accurate student records and documentation.
• Adjust instructional strategies and interventions based on assessment results and student progress.
• Work closely with general education teachers to support students in inclusive educational settings.

Qualifications:

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBS I) endorsement.
• Must be authorized to provide special education services to K-3 students in Illinois.
• Experience working with elementary-aged students with disabilities is preferred.
• Experience developing and managing IEPs, conducting assessments, monitoring student progress, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams is preferred.