Special Education Teacher

Under the general supervision of the Program Administrator, the ISBE certified long term substitute teacher provides classroom instruction, manages the classroom, collects data, oversee student IEP’s, and promotes student learning in the absence of the regular classroom teacher for an extended period of time. The long-term substitute teacher is responsible for working the regular hours of the absent classroom teacher.

REPORTS TO: School Director

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Teaches scheduled classes and work regular hours of absent teacher during the school year and during extended school year.
2. Develops lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with Trinity School’s instructional philosophy, student’s IEP, and congruent with course state standards.
3. Follows classroom systems/procedures established by the School Director and classroom teacher, and manages student behavior in alignment with school wide practices to ensure all students are fully engaged in learning.
4. Evaluates academic, behavioral, and social/emotional growth of students, prepares quarterly progress reports, and collects essential data that reflects progress.
5. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior in the classroom and implements the Behavior Intervention Plan with fidelity.
6. Communicates with families regarding student academics and behavior via phone, email, and daily reports.
7. Demonstrates genuine care for all students.
8. Assists students in personal care, which may include toileting and toilet training.
9. Mentors paraprofessionals in the classroom and provide monthly evaluations
10. Actively participate in professional development sessions.
11. Communicate professionally with students, parents, co-workers, supervisors, and cooperating school district staff.
12. Assists with IEP development and attend student IEP’s meetings as required.
13. Administers student assessments which may include functional, curriculum, or state-wide assessments.
14. Meets and plan with the clinical team, which may include an OT, SLP, and/or BCBA in implementing strategies for IEP goals and objectives.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills
• Demonstrates strong skills partnering with colleagues, parents, families, and community members.
• Possess outstanding interpersonal skills
• Pay attention to detail, demonstrates strong writing ability, adheres to deadlines, and possesses a strong commitment to meeting the needs of students with diverse disabilities
• Have a track record of being a team player and community minded.
• Be committed to their own learning

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Example of Physical Functions

• Be able to lift over 40 pounds from floor to waist unassisted
• Be able to push and pull 75 pounds
• Be able to complete deep knee squats
• Be able to push wheelchairs up to 200 pounds
• Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods
• Operate motor vehicles
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach, stoop kneel to install computer equipment
• Physical activities that could be used include: driving, balancing, pulling, pushing, standing, climbing, grasping, stooping, crouching, crawling, kneeling, reaching, lifting, and repetitive motion.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid substitute teaching license issued through the Illinois State Board of Education

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.