Special Education Teacher

**Job Summary:**
As a Special Education Teacher at Walsh Academy, you will lead classroom instruction in a Special Education environment, supervising and coordinating the classroom, and developing and implementing the school curriculum to ensure every student's academic and vocational success.

**Responsibilities:**

• Establish collaborative relationships with colleagues, consultants, therapists, and administrators.
• Maintain required educational certifications and training.
• Stay informed about current developments and instructional best practices.
• Attend team meetings and contribute to proactive discussions.
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians and external stakeholders.
• Follow behavior programs and document student progress promptly.
• Develop new courses of instruction and IEPs to meet students' changing needs.
• Adhere to policies regarding student abuse reporting and confidentiality.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom environment.
• Participate in performance quality improvement initiatives.

**Qualifications:**

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education from an accredited institution.
• Professional Educator License (PEL) with a Learning Behavioral Specialist certificate (LBSI).
• Experience in teaching special education and crisis intervention preferred.

**Skills and Knowledge:**

• Valid Illinois driver's license required.
• Ability to assess student skills and design Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs).
• Knowledge of special education best practices and policies.
• Excellent communication skills with various stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google G-Suite, and educational software.
• Ability to organize workloads, handle crisis intervention, and prioritize tasks effectively.

**Physical Demands:**

• Ability to sit, stand, bend, walk, and lift/move objects as needed.
• Capable of providing physical restraint for students' safety.
• Visual, hearing, and learning capabilities to perform job functions.
• Comfortable working on a computer for extended periods.

**Environment and Scheduling:**

• Work during school and vocational program hours.
• Ability to work off-site during remote learning days.
• Work in various educational and administrative settings.
• Duties may involve contact with students in challenging situations.