Ombudsman Educational Services a growing dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope is seeking a Special Education Teacherto join our awardwinning team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!
If you thrive in a fastpaced goaloriented outcomedriven environment seek a career with genuine purpose and possess a problemsolving mindset a sense of humor and a stellar work ethic We Should Talk!
As a Special Education Teacher you will plan prepare and implement the instructional process for students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) within the learning center or classroom including but not limited to; delivery of instruction implementation of curriculum materials & educational software and development of daily lesson plans & classroom schedule which reflect state and school requirements as well the physical emotional and educational needs of the learner.
Responsibilities Include:
- Providing a collaborative environment for students parents center staff and administrative personnel.
- Establishing a climate that promotes a firm fair and respectful classroom environment with a focus on social development and group responsibility by modeling and reinforcing positive behaviors as outlined in Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program for the school and classroom.
- Implementing established schoolwide and classroom PBIS program; reinforcement systems behavioral expectations and consequence guidelines prescribed level system program and assists with maintaining corresponding data collection/record keeping system.
- Recording student progress/ records and maintaining student files on a continuing basis and preparing reports on children and activities as required by laws district policies and administrative reg If applicable write IEPs behavior plans functional behavior analyses as per required by specific contracts.
- Providing direct instruction in subjects if required and working in a team environment to effectively teach collaboratively and/or coteach curricular subjects as required in IEP.
- Modifying curriculum and assisting with differentiated instruction for students as well as staff. Using a variety of instructional strategies and resources to respond to the students diverse needs and interests; including prescribed educational software and intervention curriculum.
- Acting as case manager if required by the district to special education students which may include updating the IEP and goal.
- Preparing lesson plans and materials for assigned class.
- Reporting incidents (e.g. fights suspected child abuse suspected substance abuse etc. for maintaining the personal safety of students providing a positive learning environment and adhering to State and Federal law.
- Assisting the Site Director in maintaining the physical center furniture and supplies in a neat and orderly condition according to procedure Ensures that the center and the outside surrounding area are neat clean well maintained and present an organized and professional appearance always and provides a positive learning environment conducive to the education of students. Is responsible for the proper use and cleanliness of equipment.
- Keeping up to date with researchbased practices and developments in subject area resources and professional development.
- Responding constructively to formal and informal feedback.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required:
- Bachelors degree or higher in education or a closely related field of study.
- Meet all state teaching license and/or certification requirements.
- Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a special education credential.
- Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining an IL professional educator license (PEL).
- Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in curriculum development differentiation and instruction in a classroom setting.
- Prior experience and/or knowledge in alternative educational services for atrisk students and working with students with diverse needs at various levels.
- Highly skilled in working with students with severe learning emotional behavioral disorders and challenging behaviors.
- Prior experience and/or highly knowledgeable in working with students with IEPs.
- Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals and next steps.
- Solid motivational skills and willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and new initiatives.
- Advanced oral and written communication organization conflict resolution multitasking problem solving and decisionmaking ability.
- Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology Microsoft Office Suite database entry and basic office equipment.
Ombudsman Educational Servicesis a division ofChanceLight Behavioral Health Therapy & Education the nations leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults.For more than 45 years and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwidewe have helped change the direction of more than 240000 student lives!
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At ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job as a member of our team youll receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts the support needed to achieve success and all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment! Your path to a truly rewarding career starts here where growth empowerment and collaboration define our culture; and every day is aChanceto transform lives through education!
Perks and Benefits Include:
- Comprehensive Medical Dental and Vision Plans
- FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
- FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
- Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Personal Protection Insurance Plans
- Cigna Healthy Pregnancies Healthy Babies Program
- Legal Services Insurance
- Pet Health Insurance
- Accrualbased Paid Time Off
- School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
- Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
- 401k Retirement Saving Plan
- Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
- Opportunities for Growth & Development
- And So Much More!
If youre ready to start making lasting impacts on the lives of students and contribute to the creation of a brighter future This Is YourChance!
Join us and together we can empower students to overcome challenges build confidence and unlock their full potential!
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