Special Education Teacher High School Life Skills

As a Special Education Teacher with The Menta Group, you will collaborate with the clinical staff and other members of the academic team in creating and implementing classroom interventions in order to meet the individual academic and social/emotional needs of the students.

Location: Menta Academy Bourbonnais in Bourbonnais, IL.

High Needs Classroom (max 10 students with Paraprofessional support).

Staff Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., M-F, following a 10 Month School Calendar.

REQUIRED:

• IL PEL with LBS1 Certification or PEL General Education Teacher Certification with willingness to obtain LBS1.
• Tuition Reimbursement for General Educators to obtain LBS1.
• Negotiable Sign On Bonus for LBS1 Teachers.

Responsibilities:

• Teach a life-skills curriculum in a self-contained classroom.
• Classroom sizes are at or near 10 students with paraprofessional support in the room.
• Grade Level taught will depend upon the position for which you've applied. We may need you to be flexible on grade level during the school year.
• Provide a differentiated learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with staff, including curriculum and clinical staff to yield positive results for the students.
• Have the freedom and ability to personalize learning.
• Provide a social-emotional learning environment.

Qualifications:

• IL PEL (Professional Educator's License; out-of-state applicants will need to apply for IL certification) with LBS1 Certification or Other Teacher Certification (Non-Substitute).
• General Education Professional Educator’s License or Secondary Education (PEL) with a desire to obtain your Special Education Certification (LBS1).
• Comprehensive training, experience, and mentoring in curriculum area.
• Ability to teach a self-contained classroom within all basic instructional areas.
• Ability to work with youth with emotional/behavioral/academic difficulties.
• Must be flexible, work in teams and creatively problem solve.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively.

Compensation/Benefits:

In accordance with the Pay Transparency amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003, information about pay ranges and employee benefits can be found at the following links:

Compensation Information:

• Please refer to the "Special Education Classroom Instruction" section for this position's category.
• Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match. For more information visit:
• Negotiable Sign-On Bonus for Certified Special Education Teachers.

About Menta Academy Bourbonnais:

At Menta Academy Bourbonnais, our team is all about helping kids be their best in three key areas:

• Developing a love of learning.
• Gaining the tools necessary to shine academically.
• Becoming good people beyond the classroom.

We've set up our classes to be lively and engaging so every student can have a shot at both learning and behaving well each day. We're here to support each student's unique learning journey and make sure they're set up for success in school and beyond.

We are dedicated to supporting each child tirelessly, ensuring they receive the assistance and resources necessary to overcome obstacles, attain academic success, leave a lasting imprint on their communities, and unleash their complete potential.

Accreditation:

Menta Academy Bourbonnais is approved by the Illinois State Board of Education as a nonpublic educational facility (14-7.02) for special education students in kindergarten through age 22. It offers elementary, middle and high school programming to children with diverse learning needs.

Menta Academy Bourbonnais is NCA accreditation through Advanced Education.

Approved Free and Reduced Lunch Provider under Illinois State Board of Education.

Professional Associations and/or Partnerships:

The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Menta Education Group (“Menta”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender identity and gender expression), color, national origin, religion, age, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Menta’s office.

The Menta Education Group evolved into a dynamic, responsive, multi-state education non-profit, operating numerous private and public/private partnership schools. The organization still firmly adheres to its policy to never give up on a child and that no student will be rejected, suspended, or expelled.MissionTo provide innovative solutions to critical problems in education and human services.VisionWe envision a society in which all youth can be successful. As an organization, we are especially committed to making success a reality for at-risk youth. We strive to be the recognized national leader in serving at-risk youth in educational and social service settings through the provision of empirically-based innovative solutions to critical problems in education and human services. Our goal is to also support the professionals who work with at-risk youth by focusing on program development, professional training, and child advocacy. RE: EMPOLOYMENT CAREERS PAGE: Full-time Employee Benefits Health Coverages: Medical insurance options through BCBS PPO Network Dental insurance with preventive care coverage Vision insurance with exam and hardware allowances Financial Security: Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution available (after applicable waiting period) to those enrolled in a qualified high-deductible health plan. 403 B retirement plan with employer match after the applicable waiting period. Flexible spending account (FSA) Insurance Protection: Basic Life and AD&D insurance Long-Term Disability insurance Optional: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Time Off Benefits: Generous Paid Time Off Policies Part-Time Employee Benefits: 403 B retirement plan with employer match after the applicable waiting period. Generous Paid Time Off Policies Special Education Services: Compensation and Employee Benefits Information The anticipated full time employee salary information provided below is presented in good faith based on the requirements and qualifications of the specified position. Please note that additional factors such as experience, education, and credentials, may influence the compensation scale outlined. For positions that follow the school-year schedule, the salary ranges outlined below are calculated based on a 10-month academic calendar. Department/Position Annual Salary School Leadership $75,000 - $108,000 Special Education Classroom Instruction $59,000 - $70,000 General Education Instruction $45,200 - $49,360 Classroom Support $24,000 - $43,640 Student Services $38,000 - $70,000 Clinical $61,000 - $70,000 Medical $35,000 - $55,000 Maintenance Support $40,000 - $55,000 Administrative Support $28,000 - $45,000 Hourly Position (hourly compensation rates may be determined based on an applicable annual salary) This information has been provided in compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act