Special Education Teacher, Elementary School → $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!
Spectrum Center Schools and Programs
Lindenhurst, IL
2 days ago
$55,814 - $83,721
Job Description
Join Spectrum Center Schools and Programs as a Special Education Teacher and make a meaningful impact on students with diverse learning needs in a collaborative and innovative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Creating an inclusive, collaborative environment that actively involves students, parents, colleagues, and administrators in the educational process.
Establishing a classroom climate built on mutual respect, fairness, and clear expectations, emphasizing social development, personal accountability, and positive group interactions.
Implementing and consistently reinforcing school-wide and classroom-specific PBIS strategies, behavior expectations, reward systems, and appropriate consequences.
Tracking and documenting student progress, maintaining accurate student files, and generating comprehensive reports detailing student achievements and activities.
Delivering differentiated and targeted instruction individually or collaboratively in a co-teaching environment to effectively meet IEP-specified educational goals.
Adapting and modifying curricular content and instructional approaches to accommodate the diverse learning styles and capabilities of students.
Utilizing varied and engaging instructional methods, resources, and educational software to effectively respond to and support diverse student needs and interests.
Managing student caseload responsibilities, including developing, updating, and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), goals, and interventions.
Preparing detailed daily lesson plans and organizing instructional materials that align with curriculum standards and individual student objectives.
Maintaining an organized, safe, and welcoming classroom environment.
Staying informed on current research-based instructional practices, trends, and developments in special education.
Responding openly and constructively to feedback from formal evaluations and informal observations.
Supporting the school community by performing additional duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in education, special education or a closely related field of study.
Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining an IL Professional Educator License (PEL)
Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) credential.
Prior experience working with curriculum development, differentiation and instruction, preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting.
Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance, particularly for students with learning disabilities, emotional disorders, and/or challenging behaviors.
Prior experience and/or highly knowledgeable in working with students with individualized education plans (IEP's).
Proven success in developing and implementing effective education plans for students with diverse needs.
Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals.
Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions.
Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
Special Education
Performance Motivation
Student Development
Behavioral Intervention
Behavioral Disorders
Learning Disabilities
Crisis Intervention
Student Engagement
Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
Classroom Instruction
Curriculum Development
Classroom Management
Interpersonal Skills
Emotional Disturbance
Communication
Computer Skills
Elementary Education
Detail Oriented
Dedicated
Ability to Make an Impact
Benefits & Perks
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision PlansFREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling SessionsFREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse LineCompany Paid Life & Disability InsuranceCompany Paid Employee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending and Health Savings AccountsPersonal Protection Insurance PlansCigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies ProgramLegal Services InsurancePet Health InsuranceAccrual-based Paid Time OffSchool Hours and Paid Holiday ScheduleExtensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy401k Retirement Saving PlanPerks at Work Employee Discount ProgramOpportunities for Growth & Development