Physical Education Teacher

About the role

Nexus Family Healing is hiring a Physical Education Teacher for Grand Prairie School at our Onarga, IL location. Nexus-Onarga Family Healing is located approximately 30 miles south of Kankakee and 45 miles north of Champaign-Urbana, just a few miles off of I-57 on a historic site in Onarga, IL.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct instruction and support to students with disabilities in inclusion and/or special education settings.
• Conducts academic evaluations and writes reports for initial and triennial assessments.
• Develops, implements, and monitors Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Shares IEP progress updates with parents as outlined in the plan.
• Participates in IEP meetings for both inclusion and self-contained students.
• Interprets assessment data to inform instructional decisions.
• Engages in ongoing professional development to enhance instructional practices.
• Plans instruction tailored to students’ individual needs, interests, and abilities.
• Maintains a classroom environment supportive of learning and student development.
• Plans and oversees tasks for paraprofessionals.
• Prepares lesson plans and provides documentation upon request.
• Promotes positive student behavior and classroom standards.
• Sets clear learning objectives aligned with curriculum goals.
• Implements the district’s educational philosophy and instructional objectives.
• Regularly assesses student progress and provides required reports.
• Maintains accurate and compliant student records and documentation.
• Captures data and prepares reports per legal and district guidelines.
• Supports enforcement of school policies and maintains classroom order fairly.
• Establishes and communicates clear learning objectives aligned with curriculum goals.
• Fulfills all company policies, training, and certification requirements.
• Attends staff meetings and participates in required committees.
• Applies accommodations, modifications, UDL, and differentiation in instruction.
• Maintains accurate records in compliance with laws and district policies.
• Enforces school rules and maintains a structured classroom environment.
• Aligns instruction with the district’s educational philosophy and goals.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in an educational discipline is required.
• Active teacher’s licensure/certification required.
• LBS1 Licensure OR willing to obtain within 1 year of employment with financial assistance provided.
• Valid driver’s license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Home Office driving requirements.
• Minimum of 2 years previous teaching experience is preferred.
• Master’s degree in an educational discipline is preferred.
• ICARE Values & Behavioral Competencies: Innovation, Compassion, Agility, Responsiveness, Excellence.