Special Education Teacher - High School (Niles, IL)

Maryville Academy•Niles, IL

7d•$58,000 - $63,000

About The Position

As a Special Education Teacher at Walsh Academy, you will lead classroom instruction in a Special Education environment, supervising and coordinating the classroom, and developing and implementing the school curriculum to ensure every student's academic and vocational success. Salary Range : $58,000-$63,000 prorated by school year

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Special Education from an accredited institution.
Professional Educator License (PEL) with a Learning Behavioral Specialist certificate (LBSI) .
Valid Illinois driver's license required.
Ability to assess student skills and design Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs).
Knowledge of special education best practices and policies.
Excellent communication skills with various stakeholders.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google G-Suite, and educational software.
Ability to organize workloads, handle crisis intervention, and prioritize tasks effectively.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, walk, and lift/move objects as needed.
Capable of providing physical restraint for students' safety.
Visual, hearing, and learning capabilities to perform job functions.
Comfortable working on a computer for extended periods.
Work during school and vocational program hours.
Ability to work off-site during remote learning days.
Work in various educational and administrative settings.
Duties may involve contact with students in challenging situations.

Nice To Haves

Experience in teaching special education and crisis intervention preferred.

Responsibilities

Establish collaborative relationships with colleagues, consultants, therapists, and administrators.
Maintain required educational certifications and training.
Stay informed about current developments and instructional best practices.
Attend team meetings and contribute to proactive discussions.
Communicate effectively with parents/guardians and external stakeholders.
Follow behavior programs and document student progress promptly.
Develop new courses of instruction and IEPs to meet students' changing needs.
Adhere to policies regarding student abuse reporting and confidentiality.
Maintain a neat and orderly classroom environment.
Participate in performance quality improvement initiatives.