Physical Education Teacher

Nexus Family Healing • Onarga, IL

5d • $55,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Nexus Family Healing is hiring a Physical Education Teacher for Grand Prairie School at their Onarga, IL location. Nexus-Onarga Family Healing provides boys ages 10 to 20 years old with a structured, homelike environment to address unhealthy behaviors, mental health issues, and childhood trauma. The youth attend the onsite private, therapeutic Grand Prairie School, which offers special education for grades 5th-12th with small classes. Nexus Family Healing embraces diversity, promotes equity, and fosters inclusion, striving for a workforce that supports and represents the diverse group of youth and families served.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in an educational discipline is required.
• Active teacher’s licensure/certification required
• LBS1 Licensure OR willing to obtain within 1 year of employment with financial assistance provided
• Valid driver’s license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Home Office driving requirements
• Must be able to assist staff in proper restraining of youths.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100+ pounds with assistance.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time (2-4 hours).
• Must be able to twist, bend and stretch in a manner conducive to the execution of daily activities within the residential program.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 2 years previous teaching experience
• Master’s degree in an educational discipline
• ICARE Values & Behavioral Competencies: Innovation, Compassion, Agility, Responsiveness, Excellence

Responsibilities

• Provides direct instruction and support to students with disabilities in inclusion and/or special education settings.
• Conducts academic evaluations and writes reports for initial and triennial assessments.
• Develops, implements, and monitors Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Shares IEP progress updates with parents as outlined in the plan.
• Prepares for and participates in IEP meetings for both inclusion and self-contained students.
• Interprets assessment data to inform instructional decisions.
• Collects and analyzes student performance data to guide instruction and improve outcomes.
• Administers and interprets formal and informal assessments.
• Adapts materials to align with students’ IEP goals and access to the general curriculum.
• Ensures compliance with IEP timelines and evaluation requirements.
• Engages in ongoing professional development to enhance instructional practices.
• Plans instruction tailored to students’ individual needs, interests, and abilities.
• Maintains a classroom environment supportive of learning and student development.
• Plans and oversees tasks for paraprofessionals.
• Prepares lesson plans and provides documentation upon request.
• Promotes positive student behavior and classroom standards.
• Sets clear learning objectives aligned with curriculum goals.
• Implements the district’s educational philosophy and instructional objectives.
• Regularly assesses student progress and provides required reports.
• Maintains accurate and compliant student records and documentation.
• Collects data and prepares reports per legal and district guidelines.
• Supports enforcement of school policies and maintains classroom order fairly.
• Establishes and communicates clear learning objectives aligned with curriculum goals.
• Follows all company policies, training, and certification requirements.
• Attends staff meetings and participates in required committees.
• Applies accommodations, modifications, UDL, and differentiation in instruction.
• Ensures safety of students, equipment, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate records in compliance with laws and district policies.
• Enforces school rules and maintains a structured classroom environment.
• Aligns instruction with the district’s educational philosophy and goals.

Benefits

• $2,000 Sign on Bonus for licensed LBS1 Teachers paid out over 18 months of employment
• Small class sizes
• Full time paraprofessional in each classroom
• Behavior Intervention Team readily available to provide ongoing support
• Residential program staff available throughout the school day to provide additional support where needed
• Tuition assistance program offered to pursue higher education
• 8 days of paid time off per calendar year plus pre-scheduled paid break weeks off throughout the year, including 2 weeks at Christmas, 1 week Spring Break, 1 week in June & 1 week in August, in addition to time off around other recognized holidays
• Endless training on mental health & trauma informed care
• Internal advancement opportunities without further education required
• Ongoing support of a team of trained & experienced professionals
• Employee Referral Bonus program
• Multiple options for health insurance coverage
• No-cost life insurance
• Short/long-term disability insurance
• 401k match
• Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole family
• Hinge Health Benefit for the whole family
• Carrot Fertility Benefit

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level