English Teacher

Responsibilities

• Delivering impactful, engaging instruction using diverse curriculum materials and advanced educational software tools tailored to student needs.
• Developing comprehensive daily lesson plans and structured classroom schedules that align with state guidelines and school requirements, ensuring clarity and consistency.
• Collaborating closely with special education teachers and support staff to effectively differentiate instruction, ensuring all students receive the accommodations necessary for success.
• Implementing clear behavioral standards and classroom management practices to establish a structured, safe, and conducive learning environment.
• Communicating regularly and proactively with parents and guardians to discuss student progress, challenges, achievements, and to address any external factors influencing student performance.
• Participating actively in team meetings to collaboratively address student needs, resolve concerns, and strengthen the educational support network for students and their families.
• Absessing and tracking student progress consistently through robust classroom data collection and analysis to inform instructional practices and interventions.
• Staying current with the latest research-based educational practices, innovations, and advancements within your subject area to continually enhance instructional quality.
• Responding constructively to both formal evaluations and informal feedback, fostering an ongoing commitment to professional development and growth.
• Contributing positively to the broader educational community by performing additional responsibilities as assigned, supporting Ombudsman's overall mission and student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in education or a closely related field of study.
• Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a valid IL state professional educator (PEL) credential.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.
• Prior experience working with curriculum development, differentiation and instruction; preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting.
• Prior experience and/or knowledge in alternative educational services and/or working with at-risk students with diverse needs at various levels preferred.
• Prior experience teaching English or a related field of study at a high school level.
• Proven success in developing and implementing effective education plans for students with diverse needs.
• Prior experience and/or knowledge in working with students with individualized education plans (IEP's).
• Advanced oral and written communication, instruction, curriculum, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
• Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.

Benefits

• 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
• Accrual-based 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