Special Education Teacher #ESC5299
Job Description
Job Description
What's in it for you?!
- Lucrative pay!
- Long term contract!
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance available!
- Principal is well respected and liked!
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Job Type : Contract Location : La Grange Park, Illinois Pay : Great Pay! Job Description Summary:
The Special Education Teacher will design and implement individualized educational programs that meet the developmental and academic needs of preschool-age children with disabilities. This position requires a licensed educator with strong knowledge of early intervention strategies, assistive technology, and behavior management techniques. The teacher will work collaboratively with paraprofessionals, service providers, and families to create a positive, supportive learning environment that fosters growth in cognitive, communication, social, and self-help skills.
What You’ll Do:
- Develop and implement educational plans that comply with federal, state, and district special education guidelines.
- Collaborate with district and LADSE staff to support each student’s individualized goals and services.
- Provide direction and guidance to paraprofessionals supporting the classroom.
- Plan and deliver daily activities consistent with instructional objectives and IEP goals.
- Use effective intervention strategies and differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
- Collect and analyze data to develop, monitor, and adjust behavior management plans.
- Support students with toileting and self-care needs as required.
- Communicate regularly with parents, involving them in IEP development and progress updates.
- Incorporate assistive technology and adaptive strategies to enhance student learning.
- Coordinate with outside agencies and related service providers as needed.
- Implement instructional strategies for students on the autism spectrum and those with developmental delays.
- Participate in school and district planning, meetings, and professional development activities.
Experience You’ll Need:
- Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate early childhood and special education endorsements.
- Experience teaching early childhood or special education within the last three years.
- Strong understanding of early childhood development, task analysis, and sequential skill building.
- Proficiency with Google Suite and digital tools for instruction and documentation.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of behavioral interventions and assistive technology for early learners.
Why Join:
- Be part of a district dedicated to early childhood inclusion and individualized learning.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create measurable outcomes for students.
- Receive support from experienced administrators, specialists, and paraprofessionals.
- Access professional development opportunities to expand expertise in early intervention.
- Work in a nurturing environment that prioritizes empathy, progress, and student well-being.
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