Full-Time Special Education Teacher

Pediatric Developmental Services•Richton Park, IL

About The Position

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire a Special Education Teacher to join our staff and work in an amazing school! Are you passionate about helping all students reach their potential? Do you love working in a bright, active, positive environment? Are you interested in joining an organization devoted to helping all children succeed? If so, we want to hear from you! This position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes: Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution IRA with company matching

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in a relevant field
Experience working with K-12 children
Relevant Special Education licensure
LBS1 starting at age 3 required

Responsibilities

Create and execute Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each of the students in your care
Communicate with other staff and family members about each student's progress and struggles
Prepare detailed lesson plans and submit them to administrators for approval
Participate in IEP meetings as scheduled by the school
Use individualized reinforcement techniques to keep each student on the path toward greatness
Invite family members to participate in each student's educational progress
Create and distribute progress reports quarterly
Confer with on-site therapist over disciplinary and behavioral issues with students
Create a safe, productive classroom environment