Duties
Vision of Learning:
- Works collaboratively in assessment and educational program planning with members of a multidisciplinary team.
- Involves learners in setting goals, choosing tasks, and evaluating progress.
- Demonstrates knowledge and research in the field/area of specialty.
- Facilitates the development of thinking, learning, and communication strategies.
- Works collaboratively with outside agencies and personnel when appropriate to assist in meeting student needs.
Learning Context and Differentiated Instruction
- Develops and implements the curriculum to meet the student’s individualized education plan and aligns with state standards.
- Knowledge in ABA practices.
- Demonstrates a thorough understanding of disabilities and demonstrates an ability to effectively address the needs of children based on evidence-based practice.
- Develops and implements behavior support plans aligned to the function of behavior.
- Displays ability to use classroom technology effectively and utilize software to collect and analyze student data.
- Design instruction that is integrated, challenging, authentic, and engages the learner.
- Provides instruction that supports learners in all areas of development, including social, educational, physical, emotional, and communication.
- Integrates student goals and objectives into all areas of instruction.
- Organizes time, environment, materials, and equipment to facilitate learning.
Assessment
- Conduct informal and formal assessments of student progress in learning and behavior.
- Involves students in the assessment process.
- Interprets assessment in an equitable and culturally fair manner.
- Thorough understanding of functional behavior assessments.
Staff Roles
- Communicates effectively in writing, including composing reports for IEP meetings or home/school correspondence.
- Completes required documentation/IEP case management responsibilities and record keeping within a specified time and manner for all students on the teacher’s caseload.
- Responsible for supervising classroom paraprofessionals, including providing direction, assistance, and professional guidance to support their development.
- Responsible for the supervision and safety of all students in the classroom.
- Demonstrates continual assessment of personal and program effectiveness.
- Maintains and documents ongoing communication with families.
- Assists with in-servicing district personnel on the needs of students in the program/classroom.
- Participates in transition planning when appropriate
- Sets an example for students to follow.
- Teaches and supports students with daily living skills, including feeding by mouth, tube feeding, changing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
- Lifts and transports students, as needed. No weight restrictions.
- Assists students during crisis situations utilizing appropriate Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) techniques and strategies.
- Demonstrates knowledge of first aid and health-related emergency procedures.
- Participates in professional growth activities.
- Demonstrates professionalism.
- Follows policies and procedures established by the NTDSE and the IL School Code.
Communication Skills
- Communicates in an effective, collaborative, and positive manner with students, colleagues, and families.
- Acts as an integral member of the educational team.
- Maintains confidentiality in matters related to this position.
- Relates in a helpful, positive, and efficient manner with peers, supervisors, and all those in contact with NTDSE.
- Serves as a positive ambassador for NTDSE.
Qualifications
IL Professional Educator License with LBS1 Endorsement. Knowledge of ABA practices preferred
Salary/Benefits
Compensation and Benefits:
Per the Niles Township Federation of Special Education Educators and Support Staff Collective Bargaining Agreement. Union Agreement
Additional Notes
Terms of Employment:
School year calendar with the option to work Extended School Year (ESY).
How to Apply
https://www.ntdse.org/Employment