Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Special Education Date Posted:
4/11/2024 Location:
To be determined - East Aurora Date Available:
August 2024 Closing Date:
Until filled
District:
Aurora East SD 131 April 11, 2024
East Aurora School District 131 has the following opening(s) for the ******** school
year and will accept applications from candidates who may be interested in the position(s)
listed below. Medical, dental, vision, and term life insurance policies are available.
VACANCY NOTICE
POSITION TITLE: Special Education Bilingual Resource Teacher
BUILDING(S): To be determined
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Days and salary as per the Collective Bargaining
Agreement
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Building Principal or Designee
EVALUATION PROCEDURES: Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement
START DATE: August 19, 2024
JOB ID: 21439
1. Applicants must hold a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
and be properly certified to meet Illinois Teaching License Standards. A
Professional Educator License (PEL) with elementary endorsements required,
LBS1 or LBS2 endorsements required and Bilingual Endorsement or an Educator
License with Stipulations (ELS) with Bilingual Endorsement and proof of program
enrollment and passing of content area exam required.
2. Knowledge of Special Education programming, laws, procedures, and paperwork.
3. Teaching experience preferred.
4. Displays quality work through accuracy and attention to detail.
5. Committed to continuous improvement and data based decision-making.
6. Effective written, verbal and technology based communication skills.
7. Works effectively and productively as a member of a team.
8. Ability to work with a linguistically and culturally diverse public.
9. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of child growth and development,
effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and
diagnosis, and research related to learning.
JOB DESCRIPTION / RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Teach courses in the subject area utilizing the common core/content area
standards, social emotional standards, curricula and materials adopted by the
Board of Education.
2. Designs the individualized education plan (IEP) for areas in which an adverse
effect has been identified based on supporting documentation for each assigned
student which education program is consistent with the total educational
philosophy of the district, common core and state and federal law.
3. Engage the learners in differentiated learning experiences appropriate to their skill
levels and developmental needs and adapt curriculum as needed based on the
identified needs of the students.
4. Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of learners in individual or small group
instruction, scheduling to reflect the least restrictive environment.
5. Monitor and oversee services provided by teacher assistants and/or other support
personnel assigned to classroom and/or student in classroom.
6. Develop and submit lesson plans, as required.
7. Collaborate with general education instructors and related services to maintain
accurate, complete and correct general education and special education records as
required by law, district policy and administrative regulations.
8. Act as case manager for all assigned students.
9. Administer and/or monitor state, district and local assessments, as required.
10. Submit reports to the appropriate person(s), as required.
11. Complete and submit paperwork and reports in a timely fashion to ensure
compliance to all district, local, state and federal guidelines to the IEP database.
12. Demonstrate a high level of professionalism with the ability to maintain
confidentiality and personal flexibility in all areas.
13. Communicate with parents, administrators and all other applicable school
personnel the student's academic, social/emotional progress and accommodations.
14. Participate in program development, and in the selection of materials and
equipment to support and supplement instruction.
15. Direct and supervise students, implement PBIS and maintain and document
discipline both in and out of the classroom during the assigned workday.
16. Develop students' critical analysis skills through group discussions using a variety
of mass media and literature.
17. Use subject matter knowledge, teaching and learning, best practices and
technology to facilitate experiences that advance student learning, creativity, and
innovation in both face-to-face and virtual environments.
18. Exhibit legal and ethical behavior in professional practice; follow and implement
all district rules, regulations, practices and policies.
19. Continuously improve professional practices, model lifelong learning, and exhibit
leadership in the school and professional community.
20. Works cooperatively with all staff to deliver educational services relating to the
instruction of children.
21. Encourage students to think independently and express original and creative ideas.
22. Participate in / attend building and district meetings, as required and including
PLC team meetings.
23. Participates in school based problem solving team, in school staffing team, and in
the screening processes of special needs students.
24. Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided
by the district and/or in self-selected professional growth activities.
25. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment,
materials and facilities. Provides appropriate safety instruction.
26. Perform any other duties and responsibilities related to the department as may be
requested by the Student Services/Special Education Administrative Team,
Principal or designee.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Applications should be completed online at Position(s) will
remain open until filled. East Aurora School District 131 is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.
For more information on this position, please read the full description document.:
