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Orchard Village Special Education Teacher in Skokie, Illinois
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Orchard Academy is seeking a full-time Special Education Teacher to join our team!
Description:
The Special Education Teacher is the case manager of a therapeutic, transition day school for students with disabilities, ages 17 22. S/he will develop curriculum, plan daily schedules, develop and implement IEPs, and coordinate with the Social Worker and Teaching Assistants. S/he must be creative and energetic to include both practical lessons and life skills. Low teacher-to-student ratio. The job emphasizes teaching life skills and independence, vocational skills, career development, achieving goals, and community integrated activities. The program focuses on the four components of transition planning: Employment, Training, Education, and Independent Living.
Requirements:
- BA Special Education, Learning Behavior Specialist 1 (LBS1) Endorsement and experience with students in a classroom with Cross Categorical Disabilities.
- Applicants must be proficient with computers, Microsoft office, electronic IEPs
- Valid drivers license, and clean driving record.