Special Education Resource Teacher (LBS1)

Title:     Learning, Behavior and                                Reports To:  Principal/Pupil Services Administrator
             Intervention Specialist   (LBS1)                                       
Department:  Building/Pupil Services                        Classification:10-month
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JOB OVERVIEW:
Provide differentiated instruction with a variety of assessments in an environment conducive to learning
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
This position requires an LBS1 Endorsement
A completed/submitted online application, resumé, and letters of recommendation as required on the online application
Ability to work as a team member
Applicants must hold valid Illinois Professional Educator License or other License as required
Past experience teaching the specific class will be considered first; recent coursework or student teaching in the subject will also be considered
The ability to speak a foreign language is preferred

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Demonstrate accurate, up-to-date knowledge of content and learning standards
2. Foster a classroom climate conducive to learning
3. Utilize instructional management systems that maximize student learning
4. Differentiate instruction and monitor student progress towards achieving instructional objectives and goals
5. Plans and supervises assignments for assistants and volunteers
6. Promote and maintain positive pupil-teacher-parent relationships
7. Meet professional responsibilities as outlined in the Staff Handbook
8. Continue to seek professional development opportunities as required by the State for license renewal
9. Maintain professional work habits
10. Communicate effectively within the educational community
11. Maintain your Professional Educator License as required by law

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES RELATED TO PUPIL SERVICES

1. Serve as a specialist to the education team and as a member of the Pupil Services team
2. Plan and supervise assignments for Program Assistants working with all students
3. Prepare an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) for students at least annually
4. Maintain accurate documentation adhering to the dates and timelines set forth by Federal and State governments, and Community Consolidated School District 46
5. Collect continual data reflecting growth tied to the students’ needs for support and/or the IEP goal
6. Share in school-related duties as assigned by the building Principal

Compensation information