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High School Special Education Teacher | Hope Learning Academy

Hope

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#Vocational Training#Applied Behavioral Analysis#Intellectual Disabilities#Developmental Disabilities#Classroom Management#Evidence-Based Treatment#Autism Spectrum Disorder
#Special Education
#IEP
#Educational Programming
#LBS 1 Certification
#Illinois Teaching License
Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrs$50,000 - $88,000 / YEARPosted 19 hours ago

Location

Edwardsville, Illinois

Salary

$50,000 - $88,000 / YEAR

Quick overview

Develop and implement educational activities aligned with IEP goals for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Supervise classroom staff and maintain regular communication with parents regarding student progress.

Requirements summary

Requires a valid Illinois teaching license, LBS 1 certification, and a valid driver's license. Preference is given to candidates with over 3 years of special education teaching and supervisory experience.

professional certificateInterpersonal SkillsStaff SupervisionCurriculum ImplementationClassroom ManagementData CollectionParent CommunicationStudent AssessmentIEP DevelopmentBehavioral ModelingSpecial Education Instruction

Job description

High School Special Education Teacher - Full-Time - Glen Carbon, IL

Salary Range: $50,000- $88,000 (commensurate on education and years of teaching experience)

Sign-On Bonus: $5,000-$10,000

Who We Are

Hope is a clinical, educational, and therapeutic provider for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder. We exist to help children and their families reach their maximum potential by providing state-of-the-art applied behavioral analysis therapies and access to recreation, vocational training, and individualized education programming. Our mission is to provide the best services in the most inclusive environments to encourage persons to fulfill their individual potential through evidence-based treatment, advocacy, and community education. Since 1957, the Hope Learning Academy has led the development of new methods to educate, treat, and care for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other intellectual and developmental disabilities.

  • What you will do
  • Develop and implement educational activities and programs in accordance with IEP goals, ensuring educational activates and programs are functional and age appropriate to promote achievement of each student’s IEP goals.
  • Plan daily and weekly schedules for each student.
  • Collect and analyze IEP goal data and evaluate any changes to IEP goals needed.
  • Prepare assessments and present levels of performance for IEP meetings and participate in development of appropriate IEP goals for students.
  • Train, supervise, and evaluate classroom lead teacher aide and education specialists.
  • Maintain current classroom information book, student program books, lesson plans, student’s files, and emergency packets.
  • Maintain regular communication with parents or guardians regarding students' educational progress, programs, and activities.
  • Model appropriate behavior to students and staff (manner of speech, appropriate dress, etc.); treat students with dignity and respect.
  • What you will bring
  • Valid Illinois teaching license.
  • Valid LBS 1 certification (or meet all requirements for short term emergency approval for LBS 1 certification).
  • Valid Illinois driver’s license.
  • Ability to meet all licensing standards of the Department of Human Services and the Department of Child and Family Services.
  • What we prefer
  • 3+ years experience as a Special Education Classroom Teacher.
  • Previous supervisory experience.
  • Good interpersonal skills.

The benefits package is

  • Competitive Pay
  • Sign-On Bonus
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent)
  • Health Savings Account
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan, Profit Share, and Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay
  • Employee & Dependent Tuition Reimbursement Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program

Hope is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To learn more about Hope

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Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Sign-On Bonus
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Competitive Pay
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Profit Share
  • Match
  • Employee & Dependent Tuition Reimbursement Assistance
  • Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent)

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HOPE Learning Academy of Toledo is committed to providing an excellent and accommodating education for children with special needs. Our classroom setting cultivates “self-reliance, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.” We have created a curriculum, through research,...

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IndustryPrimary and Secondary Education
TypeEducational
Size11-50 employees
HQToledo, Ohio
Founded2013

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Market context

Illinois classroom teacher demand remains steady

Illinois classroom teacher roles are typically in steady demand, especially in districts seeking candidates who can support diverse student needs and communicate clearly with families and staff. This type of role is competitive because employers often look for classroom experience plus related backgrounds such as sociology, psychology, counseling, or education, and bilingual skills in English, Spanish, or Portuguese can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your resume to highlight public speaking experience and weekend availability if you have it.

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