Special Education Teacher LBS1

Tri County Special Education•Bloomington, IL

7h•$39,649 - $79,340

About The Position

Are you ready to build something new? Tri County Special Education Association (TCSEA) is seeking a visionary Special Education Teacher (LBS1) to help launch a brand-new public school program in the Bloomington/Normal area for the 2026-2027 school year. This is more than a teaching role; it is an opportunity to be a foundational member of a team dedicated to empowering students with social-emotional learning challenges. Join us in serving the McLean, Logan, and DeWitt communities and help shape the future of special education in our districts. Essential Duties: Program Development & Instruction Design and Launch: Collaborate with administration to establish classroom routines, behavioral norms, and a therapeutic culture for the new public school program. Differentiated Instruction: Adapt general education lessons and design specialized activities tailored to individual student abilities and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) goals. Classroom Leadership: Teach and mentor students across various settings (whole class, small groups, and one-on-one), fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment. Transition Planning: Prepare students for future success by designing clear transition plans for grade-level advancement and post-school life. Case Management (IEP Leadership) Comprehensive IEP Management: specific duties including developing, implementing, and updating Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) to ensure they reflect real-time student progress and data-driven goals. Assessment & Analysis: Assess student skills continuously to determine educational needs and track performance against IEP benchmarks. Facilitation: Lead IEP meetings and communicate effectively with all stakeholders regarding student growth, needs, and legal compliance. Collaboration & Supervision Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and guide Teacher Assistants/Paraprofessionals to ensure consistent implementation of behavioral strategies and instructional support. Stakeholder Partnership: Maintain active communication and partnership with parents, general education teachers, counselors, and administrators to support student outcomes.