North Dupage Sp Ed Cooperative

Special Education Teacher (LBS1) - Social Support Program - 1st/2nd Grade Self-Contained
Organization:  North DuPage Special Education Cooperative (NDSEC)
                     132 E Pine Ave, Roselle, IL 60172 The NDSEC
Competitive Benefit Package Included

Job Description: 
Program Teacher supports student learning through effective instructional practices, progress monitoring and regular modification to help students achieve:

• High academic, behavioral and social emotional development,
• The development and independent use of self-advocacy skills,
• Care for their personal health and wellness,
• Caring for their communities

Core Competencies:

• Proficient communication skills
• Effective collaboration/problem-solving ability
• Practices continuous professional improvement
• Demonstrates job specific skills required to meet essential job functions

Qualifications:

• Appropriate licensure issued by the Illinois State Board of Education - LBS1
• Appropriate endorsements, as required, by Illinois State Board of Education for specific teaching assignment
• Highly-qualified in all core academic areas.

Essential Job Functions:
Planning and preparation:

• Case Coordination
• Actively participate in eligibility, annual review and progress review IEP meetings for assigned students, as scheduled.
• Participate in trans-disciplinary team meetings, parent conferences and faculty meetings, as scheduled
• Communicate with parents frequently regarding student progress and educational needs
• Develop, revise and maintain a schedule
• Develop well written weekly instruction plans utilizing approved format

Instruction:

• Implement core curriculum in accordance with specific guidelines as provided by Program Supervisor and the student’s IEP
• Implement appropriate instructional strategies for each student consistent with the student’s needs and the IEP
• Develop modifications to curriculum/instruction as required per student needs
• Collect and analyze student performance data accurately to develop and maintain effective instructional outcomes
• Implement current best practices in instruction for students with disabilities
• Implement constructive behavioral supports and modifications as indicated via scheduled data reviews
• Utilize conflict resolution strategies and problem-solving skills to address child, family, team or organizational issues

Classroom environment:

• Implement a classroom management system appropriate to student abilities
• Implement approved student safety procedures
• Organize and maintain materials to ensure efficient operation of the classroom

Professional responsibilities:

• Submit forms, paperwork and follow procedures by the established timelines
• Continue professional growth by participating in organizational, local, state, and national events, trainings, and programs
• Maintain ISBE/Illinois Department of Professional Regulation database, as required
• Ensure confidentiality ? Maintain appropriate attendance/punctuality
• Other duties as assigned by Program Administrator/Principal Community Collaboration/Involvement:
• Collaborate with colleagues, community providers, and parents to share information and expertise related to Best Practices for students with disabilities
• Collaborate with community-based service providers who serve students with disabilities
• Coordinate and participate in parent meetings, family nights, and parent conferences
• Communicate with program administrator student concerns and program needs
• Collaborate with general educators to define roles and responsibilities as related to integrated programming

Contract Days: 183 Work Hours: 8.0 Hours Daily Per Specific School Assignment

How to apply:  Please complete the online application at www.ndsec.org.  Applicants should attach letters of recommendation, a current vitae, and transcripts to the application.