Duties

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.

   

Qualifications

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:

- 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,  August 6 and Friday, August 7.

How to Apply

https://www.applitrack.com/central51/OnlineApp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=1605

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.applitrack.com/central51/OnlineApp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=1605

School District

https://www.central51.net/

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card