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Duties

• REPORTS TO:  Director of Special Education, Building Principal and Assistant Principal

  JOB GOAL: To facilitate student success and growth in academic, functional, and social emotional learning  skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
         
  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Addresses the wide variety of  instructional needs of students and works with teachers to design methods of learning that are most appropriate for students with IEPs.
  • Consults frequently with general education teachers on matters relating to instruction using our progress-monitoring instrument as a base.
  • Assists in the evaluation of ongoing programs and makes recommendations for change. 
  • Helps teachers identify student strengths and weaknesses and matches these skills with appropriate techniques and resources. 
  • Works with support staff and school administrators to facilitate the coordination of the special education program with the total curriculum. 
  • Works with the classroom teacher and district personnel to coordinate instruction designed to meet the individual needs of students. 
  • Evaluates student progress on a regular basis.
  • Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
  • Works to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both the broad academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.
  • Develops, implements and monitors student IEP needs in compliance with state and federal law and district procedures.
  • Maintains professional growth through an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences and/or advanced course work at institutions of higher education.
  • Possesses experience with the multi-tier system of supports (MTSS) process.
  • Ensures that student conduct and attendance conforms with the school standards and school district discipline policies.
  • Utilizes current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
  • Utilizes knowledge of instructional goals and objectives along with Common Core State Standards.
  • Utilizes knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
  • Applies knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
  • Obtains knowledge of computer network systems and software applications as needed.
  • Organizes and coordinates work.
  • Communicates effectively with students and parents.
  • Engages in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
  • Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with others.
  • Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.
  • Performs other related tasks as assigned by the director of special education, principal/assistant principal, and other district office administrators as designated by the superintendent.
  • Adheres to a professional code of ethics which includes confidentiality of school related matters and loyalty to the school district.

  Note: The above description is illustrative of most tasks and responsibilities.  It is not all inclusive of

  every task or responsibility.

  
  TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  180 days. Salary and benefits per the Collective Bargaining Agreement. 
  
  EVALUATION:  Per the Central School District 51 Teacher Evaluation Plan.

Qualifications

• Valid and appropriate Illinois licensure.
• LBS 1 endorsement required.
• Complete required professional development to retain certification.
• Successful completion of fingerprint based criminal background check (IL State Police and FBI), sex offender and violent youth offender screening, and employment physical.

Salary/Benefits

Salary & Benefits Summary per the Collective Bargaining Agreement:
- Annual Salary Range for 2025-26 School Year (180 days): $39,880 - $65,000 (Dependent upon years of experience and education)
- 15 Paid Sick Days per Full School Year
- 3 Paid Personal Days per Full School Year
- TRS Retirement Plan
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plan
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account Option
- Employee Assistance Program

Additional Notes

**A new teacher induction academy will be held for all new licensed staff on Thursday, July 31 and Friday, August 1.

How to Apply

Please apply online at: https://www.applitrack.com/central51/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=1554

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.applitrack.com/central51/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=1554

Position Website

https://www.applitrack.com/central51/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=1554

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