Temporary SPED Teacher (3-6 Resource)

About the role

We are an urban district on the rise. The support and resources we provide to our staff enables them to make the greatest difference where it’s needed most. Be a part of the change. Our mission is to provide a high quality public education for every child, in every neighborhood, that prepares each for success in college, career and civic life.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the school principal, responsible for the instruction, progress, tracking, and discipline of all students in assigned classes, and performs other duties as assigned and required.
• Hold a valid teaching license issued by the Illinois State Board of Education, endorsed in LBS1.
• Set goals for the individualized education plan that are achievable and comparable to a student's peers in accordance with the State of Illinois IEP guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with case managers, counselors, and general education teachers to determine instructional and social needs of students that ensure success while also participating on the multidisciplinary team to promote students' wellbeing.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of content, pedagogy, and student knowledge, in order to select learning objectives and design