Special Education Teacher

Trinity Services Inc.•New Lenox, IL

28d

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Program Administrator, the Special Education Teacher (Long-Term Substitute) provides classroom instruction, manages classroom activities, collects and analyzes student data, oversees the implementation and monitoring of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and promotes student learning during the extended absence of the regular classroom teacher. The teacher maintains instructional continuity and supports students’ academic, behavioral, social, and developmental needs while implementing established classroom procedures and behavioral strategies. The position follows the regular schedule of the absent classroom teacher during the school year and Extended School Year (ESY), as applicable.

Requirements

Possess a valid substitute teaching license issued by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).
Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues, parents, families, community members, and school district personnel.
Strong written communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet established deadlines.
Commitment to supporting students with diverse disabilities and individualized learning needs.
Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and contribute positively to the school community.
Flexibility, initiative, and willingness to learn and implement new instructional and behavioral strategies.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Provide classroom instruction and maintain the absent teacher’s regular work schedule during the school year and Extended School Year (ESY), as applicable.
Develop lesson plans and supplementary instructional materials aligned with Trinity School’s educational philosophy, student IEPs, and applicable state learning standards.
Implement classroom systems and procedures established by the School Director and regular classroom teacher.
Manage student behavior using school-wide practices and established strategies to maintain a safe, structured, and engaging learning environment.
Monitor and evaluate students’ academic, behavioral, social, and emotional progress.
Prepare quarterly progress reports and collect, document, and analyze student data to measure progress toward educational and developmental goals.
Establish and maintain classroom behavior expectations and consistently implement student Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
Communicate professionally with families about student academic performance, behavior, and progress through phone calls, emails, and daily reports.
Promote students’ dignity, independence, and personal growth with compassion, patience, and genuine care.
Assist students with activities of daily living and personal care, including toileting and toilet training, as required.
Provide guidance and support to classroom paraprofessionals, including conducting monthly evaluations as assigned.
Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and required training.
Maintain effective communication with students, families, colleagues, supervisors, and cooperating school district personnel.
Participate in IEP development, implementation, and progress monitoring, and attend IEP meetings as required.
Administer and document functional, curriculum-based, and state-mandated student assessments, as applicable.
Collaborate with occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, Board Certified Behavior Analysts, and other clinical team members to support student IEP goals and objectives.
Perform other duties as assigned by the School Director or designated supervisor.