Inclusion – Special Education Teacher
Inclusion – Special Education Teacher
Job Title: Special Education Self-Contained Teacher
Location: Northeast Lake County, IL
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Why Join This Team?
If you are looking for a collaborative and high-achieving school environment where hard work and dedication are valued, this is the opportunity for you. This district is committed to excellence and growth, creating an environment where both students and staff are supported.
- Commitment to Excellence: The district’s mission is to empower students to learn, lead, and succeed while providing a safe and engaging learning environment.
- Strategic Vision for the Future: Actively working towards Vision 2030, with a goal of becoming a Blue Ribbon School District—a national recognition for outstanding learning environments.
- Highly Collaborative Team: The district values teamwork, inclusivity, and professional growth, ensuring that everyone has a voice at the table.
- Supportive Leadership: The Special Education administration understands the challenges teachers face and provides the necessary resources to help them succeed.
- Long-Term Growth Potential: This contract-to-hire position allows for professional growth with the possibility of a permanent role in the district.
Position Overview:
As a Special Education Resource Teacher, you will work with students who have a variety of needs, including Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD), Autism, Behavioral Disorders (BD), Other Health Impairments (OHI), and more. While most students fall within the mild to severe range, profound cases are referred to therapeutic day partners.
This role will focus on pull-out instruction, providing individualized and small-group support to approximately 17 students. You’ll have the opportunity to create meaningful learning experiences that will positively impact students' academic and personal growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide specialized instruction to students with varying needs through pull-out services.
- Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) tailored to student needs.
- Work with students across a range of disabilities, including SLD, Autism, BD, OHI, and others.
- Collaborate with teachers, paraprofessionals, therapists, and families to support student learning.
- Monitor and document student progress, adjusting strategies to maximize growth.
- Participate in Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings, where collaboration and mentorship are highly valued.
What Skills Are Required?
- Passion for working with students with diverse learning needs.
- Strong understanding of IEP development and implementation.
- Ability to adapt instruction to meet the needs of students with mild to severe disabilities.
- Effective behavior management strategies to support student success.
- Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of educators and specialists.
What to Expect on Day One:
- A full onboarding day, where the SPED Administrator will walk through systems, access, processes, and expectations.
- Immediate integration into a supportive and collaborative environment, with team members ready to help.
- Introduction to key resources, schedules, and supply locations to set you up for success.
A Typical Day/Week in This Role:
- Work with approximately 8-12 students in a Self-Contained Classroom.
- Address a range of learning disabilities and behavioral needs.
- Participate in weekly SPED team meetings to discuss student progress and best practices.
- Collaborate daily with other educators and therapists to ensure a comprehensive support system.
- Receive professional development and mentorship opportunities through the district’s Professional Learning Community (PLC).
School Culture:
- Diverse and inclusive community that values serving students and families.
- A high standard of accountability, where staff are expected to do their jobs well and are surrounded by like-minded professionals.
- Collaborative and non-judgmental environment, where the team works together to solve challenges.
Additional Details:
- District will compensate teachers for extra time worked, including Teacher Institute Days.
- Standard professional dress code appropriate for a school setting.
- Convenient parking available for staff.
Apply Today!
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Spotter Staffing Career Perks Include:
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Medical, Dental and Vision health care plans provided through Bennie Benefits (www.bennie.com)
- Professional Allowance Plan (supporting continuing education, professional association membership affiliations, classroom supplies and licensure costs)
- Employee 401k Retirement plan advised by RW Baird (www.bairdwealth.com)
- Paid Time Off
- Aspire Continuing Education
- Spotter Connections w/ Clinical Experts
- Dedicated Professional Recruiter
- Easy to use timekeeping system through ADP (www.adp.com)
- And More!