Special Education Teacher - Lbs1

Position Type:
Student Support Services/LD/ED Teacher
Date Posted:
11/17/2023
Location:
Cambridge Lakes
District:
Cambridge Lakes Charter SchoolCambridge Lakes Charter School currently has an opening for a Full Time Elementary and/or Middle School Special Education Teacher. CLCS is looking for a teacher who is versatile and has working knowledge of grades K-8 Illinois Special Education standards. Under the direction of the building administration, the Licensed Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities; Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives; follows State mandated due process procedures and functions as IEP Manager to assigned students.
Essential functions of the job may include but are not limited to the following:

• Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student's IEP.
• Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques.
• Employs various teaching techniques, methods, and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals.
• Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include: present levels of educational performance, Special Education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the Special Education and related services required to meet those goals.
• Schedules team meetings and works cooperatively with other team members in developing instructional goals and strategies.
• Coordinates the delivery of Special Education services in each student's IEP.
• Creates a positive learning experience with emphasis in individualized instruction using appropriate sources.
• Serves as primary contact for the parent.
• Conducts Special Education evaluations and reevaluations.
• Provides direction and supervision of educational assistants as directed.
• Complies with School Board policies and all state/federal rules and regulations.
• Completes all district and state reporting requirements.

Other functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:

• Employs and implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, self-advocacy, and educational success.
• Collaborates and consults with educational professionals regarding the needs of students.
• Provides consultation to classroom teachers regarding classroom adaptations, instructional modifications, behavior modification plans and other similar instructional interventions to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
• Performs other comparable duties of a like or similar nature apparent or as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Ability Required:

• Minimum B.A/B.S degree in teaching from an accredited institution in the appropriate Special Education area.
• Current Illinois Professional Educator's License.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of Special Education.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching of students with disabilities.
• Ability to deliver and articulate oral presentations and written reports.
• Ability to effectively analyze needs and problems objectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, students, parents, staff, administration and the general public.
• Knowledge of relevant technology including the use of technology in the classroom.
• Meet professional teacher education requirements.
• Knowledge and skills in working with children with multiple disabilities.
• Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.

Physical Requirements:
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift, move and/or support up to 50 pounds.