Special Education Teachers

JOB DESCRIPTION
Indian Springs School District #109

Elementary Special Education Teacher

Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree
Demonstrates aptitude for successful completion of professional responsibilities

Licensure:
Appropriate Illinois State Board of Education License (PEL) with LBS1 Pre K through Age 21 Endorsement


REPORTS TO:          
Building Principal


PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Instructional Planning & Knowledge of Subject Matter 

      1) Establishes specific learning objectives
      2) Plans for a variety of methods and materials appropriate to lesson objectives
      3) Provides for differences of abilities, achievement levels and learning styles as    
           appropriate to subject and matter  
      4) Program emphasis is on the development of critical academic, communication,        
           social, and life skills through a collaborative team-based approach.
      5 )Maintains concise written lesson plans in accordance with the established format 
      6) Plans evaluation of student achievement in relation to stated objectives
      7) Utilizes  a variety diagnostic and assessment information 
      8) Adheres to district curriculum guidelines, time limits and objectives
      9) Demonstrates a knowledge of subject matter and incorporates this knowledge in  
           lesson development
      10) Accepts responsibility for the safety and well-being of the students while                                        
            children are on the school premises 
      11) Utilizes the elements of principles of Applied Behavior Analysis, Verbal                                         
            Behavior, and structured teaching.
      12) Daily instruction focuses on communication, socialization, daily living skills,                           
            leisure skills, motor development, community-based instruction, health    
            management, vocational training/instruction, behavior management, and assistive     
            technology.

  Instructional Implementation & Classroom Management
  
      1) Makes students aware of lesson objective(s)
      2) Reflects previously stated objectives in classroom presentation and/or activities  
      3) Uses a variety of methods of instruction such as lecture, discovery, discussion 
and student practice associated with individual student observation and assistance    
      4) Uses probing questioning techniques to determine or establish understanding of
           concepts, relationships and feedback
      5) Uses a variety of and sufficient evaluative procedure such as written and oral  tests   
           and evaluation of continued use of skills in language activities
      6) Creates a positive learning environment and provides for complementary      
           physical arrangement and d�cor of the classroom to support instructional method 
      7) Monitors students continually to develop on task behavior         
      8) Creates an appropriate atmosphere, using contact time efficiently
      9) Demonstrates enthusiasm and exhibits high expectations for students
    10) Makes learning presentation appropriate to students abilities and capable of 
           holding students' interests
   11) Maintains appropriate communication with students
   12) Provides opportunities for all students to experience success
   13) Demonstrates respect of, is tolerant of, and is fair to all students
                                                 
PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:   

    1) Provides concise and timely oral and/or written reports to parents
    2) Maintains accurate and sufficient records of student progress and behavior
    3) Develops standards of behavior, presents standards to students and consistently
         adheres to expected student behaviors and associated consequences 
    4) Adheres to and enforces established school discipline policies
    5) Accepts appropriate share of responsibility for total school operation
    6) Uses a  professional manner in dealing with students,  co-workers, parents
         and community 
    7) Performs such other professional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned 
         by the principal and/or district administration
    8) Other than for serious and/or extended illness, does not exhibit excessive or 
         patterns of absences exceeding  yearly sick leave allotment.
    9) Reports for work day, staff meetings and other time commitments in a punctual 
         manner 
   10) Addresses the need for each child and young adult to develop the academic and                    
         functional life skills necessary for adult life and to experience social interactions   
         and relationships with peers in educational and community environments. 
                                                 
EVALUATION:    In accordance with District Policy and Administrative  Procedures                
                                        
SALARY:            Based on training and experience in accordance with the Agreement between Indian Springs School District #109 and Indian Springs Council, Local 571 of the IFT/AFT.

 


Revised 9/2021