Special Education Teacher - Lawrence Hall

Education Department: Special Education Teacher

Are you driven to make a difference in the life of a student? Do you have a passion for working with youth and families? Join our amazing and dedicated school team at Lawrence Hall and enjoy the benefits of working in a small therapeutic environment.

Position Title-Special Education Teacher

Wages-Based on Experience and Education.

Essential Functions

• Engage students by planning, preparing, and implementing evidence based and coherent instruction.
• Assess student's social emotional and academic progress on a regular basis.
• Plan, write, and implement a therapeutic Individualized Education Plan (IEP) for assigned students.
• Maintain the classroom environment by using strategies that support healing, recovery and resist re-traumatization.
• Work with parents, staff, guardians, and other stakeholders to assess and modify services to meet student needs.

Qualifications

• Illinois LBS1 approved for Special Education. An out of state equivalent with the goal of securing Illinois Licensure required for the position will also be considered.
• No history of child abuse or neglect

Benefits

• Small pupil/teacher ratio
• Creative Curriculum
• Comprehensive training department
• Employee Assistance Program for staff, family, and friends
• Generous 401(K) with immediate vesting and company match after one year
• Health Insurance partial employer paid
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Extended Sick Leave Bank
• Wellness Program