Special Education Teacher

Sevita•Bloomington, IL

55d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans. Looking for rewarding work in an organization dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of others? Bring your commitment to a team-based workplace that puts people first. Provide on-site and alternative/additional educational services to adolescent program participants in a cognitive retraining and educational setting following their rehabilitation program.

Requirements

PEL with LBS1 endorsement
Bachelor's Degree in Special Education.
One year of experience in classroom or tutorial settings; experience with special education preferred.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion.
Commitment to the company’s mission and values.
Exceptional communication skills with an ability to establish trust and rapport quickly.
A good listener with an ability to empathize while still providing guidance.
Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Responsibilities

Coordinate carry-over strategies developed by the cognitive or trans-disciplinary team.
Attend weekly clinical team meetings with the communication/cognition team.
Complete all necessary documentation such as service summaries, reports, billing slips, etc. in a thorough and timely manner.
Supervise and assist in the development and implementation of the curriculum.
Develop methods for evaluating student progress.
Meet with parents and students to provide guidance and seek solutions to problems.
Implement the policy and procedure of the classroom environment.
Attend all mandatory program/company training.
Establish and maintain a supportive working relationship within both the agency, school, and broader community service network.

Benefits

Full Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Personal)
Holiday Pay
401k
Pay on Demand
Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees.
401(k) with company match.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Complex work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of co-workers.
Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.