Teacher
great circle jjk campusBelleville, IL
Teacher
great circle jjk campusBelleville, IL
9 days ago
Occupations
Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special EducationTeachers and Instructors, All OtherTeaching Assistants, All OtherIndustries
Elementary and Secondary SchoolsAdministration of Education ProgramsAll Other Miscellaneous Schools and InstructionAbout the role
Teacher Position This position is responsible for teaching students the academic and social skills in a private educational system. The Teacher will work directly with Therapists, Teachers, Teachers Assistants/Aides, Youth Care staff, adjunctive therapists, and other members of the treatment team. External contacts include parents/guardians and public or private schools, treatment providers and referral agency personnel. Expected communication includes a discussion of the needs of the child, as well as their progress. This position reports to the Director of the program.
Major Duties:
- Meets and instructs assigned learners in the locations and at the times designated
- Creates an environment that is appropriate to the maturity of the student and conducive to learning
- Establishes and communicates to the student clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects
- Encourages students to set and maintain appropriate standards of behavior both academically and meeting treatment standards
- Administers, interprets, and records standardized tests
- Checks students' work, corrects papers, collects data, and supervises testing and make-up work
- Employs a variety of instructional techniques which are compatible with the physical space and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved
- Strives to improve and maintain professional competence
- Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees if required
- Functions within the policies and procedures as outlined in the program manual
- Schedules classes to meet students' specific instructional needs
- Evaluates and orders materials necessary for instruction, and trains Teacher's Assistants/Aides in their use
- Evaluates the progress of each child enrolled by conducting observations, data analysis and/or review written reports from the team
May assist assigned students in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off outwear, moving from room to room, using lavatory, etc.
Assists with SCM techniques when trained and applicable to the educational setting
May assist with breakfast, lunch, snack, clean up, wash up, and toilet routines
Assists with health-related procedures such as, but not limited to, feeding, lifting, positioning, carrying, and toileting if required by the program
Utilizes learning aids, including multi-media and technology resources
Participates on the diagnostic team and attends eligibility conferences depending on the program
Implements research based intervention programs
Lead and attend IEP and/or 504 plan as needed
Bench marking partner district assessments as needed
Supervises Teacher's Assistant/Aide as needed
Operates teaching aids, i.e. DVD players, computers, Smart Boards, etc.
Working Conditions:
School environment. The environment is generally favorable with lighting and temperature adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust etc.
Physical Demands:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This person must be able to sit or stand at a personal computer for a reasonable length of time typing and reading. This position requires standing, walking, talking or hearing as well as lifting up to 10 pounds constantly. Using hands to handle or feel happens frequently as well as stooping, kneeling or crawling and lifting up to 25 pounds. The employee is required to perform SCM training and techniques. Physical ability to react and intervene quickly during crisis situations; such as but not limited to: student elopement, physical altercations or any situation that requires physical intervention to maintain student safety. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Budget Responsibility: None
Supervisory Responsibility: Supervises Teacher's Assistant/Aide
Qualifications
Language Skills:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and policy and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence as well as the ability to speak effectively one-on-one and before groups.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts of basic math, algebra, and geometry. The ability to use descriptive and inferential statistics to analyze, interpret and present data.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. The ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations as well as the ability to problem solve simple and complex issues are essential.
Required Education and Experience:
A Bachelor's degree in Education and an Illinois Special Education Teacher Certification
Preferred Education and Experience:
Special Education experience preferred A valid driver's license and a good driving record are required due to need to transport children
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Mid
Location
Belleville, IL
Occupation
Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education
Industry
Elementary and Secondary Schools
Posted
9 days ago
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