Special Education Teacher presso Trinity Services, Inc.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Special Education Teacher is a key member of the team; offering specialized support and interventions for a small group of students with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.

Salary: $50,680-$56,680

Location: New Lenox, IL

Schedule: 8am-3:30pm

REPORTS TO: School Director

NETWORK OR DEPARTMENT: Net 6 (Community Day Services)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develops the IEP goals and objectives for all the students in their class.
• Plans and delivers instruction based on the IEP goals.
• Meets and plans with the clinical team, which may include an OT, SLP and/or BCBA in implementing strategies for IEP goals.
• Conduct student’s assessments which may include functional assessments, curriculum assessments, or state-wide assessments
• Modify materials for particular individuals and staff where appropriate, and seek additional professional consultation when needed.
• Provides community-based instruction.
• Implement the Behavior Intervention Plan.
• Provides quarterly updated reports on student progress based on IEP goals.
• Keeps updated and accurate reports and data.
• Updates mastered target graphs on a weekly basis.
• Mentors’ paraprofessionals in the classroom and trains them in delivering instruction.
• Provides monthly evaluations for the paraprofessionals in the classroom.
• Plans and participate in special events in the classroom which include Trick or Treating, Thanksgiving luncheon, Winter Wonderland, Prom and Graduation.
• Assists students in personal care, which may include toileting and toilet training.

• Completes all necessary program reports and documentation required by Trinity Services, Inc.
• Maintains relationships with staff with parents/guardians.
• Provide daily report to parents.
• It is imperative that the Teachers maintain all relevant professional licenses/certifications, including any requirements for Continuing Education, and appraise the supervisor of any changes in licensure status.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Possess outstanding interpersonal skills
• Pays attention to detail, demonstrates strong writing ability, adheres to deadlines, and possesses a strong commitment to helping children with mental retardation and developmental disabilities

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Lift over 40 lbs from floor to waist
• Push/pull up to 75 lbs and wheelchairs up to 200 lbs
• Complete deep knee squats and other physical movements including standing, stooping, crouching, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and repetitive motion
• Operate motor vehicles and perform tasks while standing or sitting for extended periods
• Use hands and fingers for computer and phone operation

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors’ degree in Special education/Teaching
• Must have a Learning Behavior Specialist License (LBS1)

BENEFITS:

• Health, Vision, Dental, and Life insurance
• Educational Assistance
• Paid time off
• Sick time
• Paid Holidays
• Personal Time
• Potential Year-End Bonus
• Financial Assistance Program (Cookie Jar)
• Employee Referral Program (Bounty Bucks)

CLASSIFICATION:

Exempt

DISCLAIMER:

Duties and responsibilities may change, and new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment.

STATEMENT:

Trinity Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates.  Trinity Services, Inc. prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.  Trinity Services, Inc. conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.