Diverser Learner Teacher
Namaste Charter School Inc
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Quick overview
The teacher will develop and monitor Individual Education Programs while providing differentiated, standards-based instruction to students. They will also collaborate with general education staff and paraprofessionals to ensure an inclusive and compliant learning environment.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold an Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a Learning Behavior Specialist I Endorsement. Proficiency in Spanish and additional endorsements in Bilingual or ESL education are preferred.
Job description
Description The Diverse Learner Teacher plays an integral role in the success of all students. They are a master of the fundamentals of teaching, foster a positive learning experience for each student, and share their knowledge with the broader learning community. The Diverse Learner Teacher is a resident expert of differentiation and small group instruction, and engages meaningfully with colleagues to foster an inclusive environment.
Requirements
Roles & Responsibilities: Administer formal and informal assessments for the purpose of facilitating student learning in core academic subjects Monitor and analyze assessment data to drive and inform instruction and Individual Education Program development Develop Individual Education Programs in accordance with federal, state, district and school standards Consult and communicate with staff and parents via meetings, phone, and email regarding the needs and progress of students Fully participate in Individual Education Program meetings Ensure Individual Education Program compliance and that all deadlines are met including collaboration logs, IEP Report Cards, IEP drafts, and individualized IEP goal progress monitoring Provide training, lesson plans, and curricular & materials resources to paraprofessionals assigned to work with individual students or within the program Co-plan and submit weekly lesson plans; co-instruct; and co-assess with general education teacher(s) and other staff to deliver accessible, standards-based instruction to individual students, small groups, and the whole class
Qualifications
Illinois PEL with Learning Behavior Specialist I Endorsement required Bilingual and ESL Endorsement preferred Spanish proficiency preferred
Salary & Benefits
Salary and benefits determined in accordance with collective bargaining agreement, based on relevant experience
