Special Education Teacher
About The Position
The Krejci/Mansion special education teacher designs and delivers differentiated instruction aligned with individual student eligibility, adverse effects, present levels of performance, autism considerations, educational accommodations and supports, and behavior intervention plan data from each assigned student’s most current IEP. The special education teacher acts as the case manager for the student under the direction and guidance of a designated special education coordinator. The teacher’s case management responsibilities center on strengths-based, transition-focused support and IDEA compliance. The special education teacher works cooperatively with Krejci/Mansion related service providers, behavior support staff, family and school district staff to ensure students receive a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE). This role directly influences student independence, self-advocacy, self-determination (agency & choice) and academic engagement, as well as dignity and postsecondary success. The K – age 22 special education teacher supports neurodiverse learners in accessing content while building life-long skills for meaningful participation in school, work, and community life.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with IL Professional Educator License (PEL) and LBS1 endorsement.
- Knowledge of IDEA, ADA, state special education regulations.
- Valid driver’s license, ability to obtain a School Bus Driver Permit and proof of an auto insurance policy that meets agency requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in K – 22 programming, transition services, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), executive functioning interventions, trauma-informed practices and developing IEPs and transition plans.
- Experience working with neurodivergent individuals.
Responsibilities
- Designs and delivers differentiated instruction aligned with individual student eligibility, adverse effects, present levels of performance, autism considerations, educational accommodations and supports, and behavior intervention plan data from each assigned student’s most current IEP.
- Acts as the case manager for the student under the direction and guidance of a designated special education coordinator, focusing on strengths-based, transition-focused support and IDEA compliance.
- Works cooperatively with related service providers, behavior support staff, family and school district staff to ensure students receive a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE).
- Supports neurodiverse learners in accessing content while building life-long skills for meaningful participation in school, work, and community life.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
