SPECIAL EDUCATION - RESOURCE TEACHER

Supervisor: Principal / Director & Assistant Director of Special Education Salary: Per Collective Bargaining Agreement, 2024-2028 Contract Extension (with salary schedule) & Benefits Work Year: 2026-2027; first day of school - August 17, 2026 Summary: Under the general supervision of the Principal and Director of Special Education, plan for and implement special education services for students who have been found eligible. Qualifications / ExperienceISBE PEL with LBSI endorsement, requiredAdditional endorsements, preferredExperience providing modifications to increase student access to grade-level curriculumExpertise in a variety of intervention tools and specially designed instruction methodsAn interest and/or experience working with students with varying levels/types of disabilities.Expertise in conducting educational assessments, including CBMs, FBAs, and BIPs, determining eligibility for services, and developing individualized education plans.The ability to work collaboratively with others to optimize student achievement in the least restrictive environment.A willingness to participate in staff development opportunities.A strong commitment to professional excellence and equal access for all students to the greatest extent possible. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesMaintain a positive learning environmentHold high academic expectationsCreate a student-centered classroom while building rapport with students, parents and staff.Assist in creating an exemplar learning community where everyone seeks and implements strategies for improving student achievement and growth.Works collaboratively in professional learning communities to achieve goals with a common purpose focused on student learning.Builds trust and confidence with studentsInstructs individuals and groups based on IEP goalsMonitors student progress in and outside resource roomModifies curriculum if neededMaintains contact with parents of students to report progress towards IEP goals Prepares educational records and IEP forms Apply: Applicants should complete the online application and upload all supplementary materials electronically. Hard-copy materials are not accepted. The online application may be accessed by visiting our website: https://www.applitrack.com/orland135/onlineapp/default.aspx We are an equal opportunity employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.