Math Teacher

• →Delivering impactful, engaging instruction using diverse curriculum materials and advanced educational software tools tailored to student needs.
• →Developing comprehensive daily lesson plans and structured classroom schedules that align with state guidelines and school requirements, ensuring clarity and consistency.
• →Collaborating closely with special education teachers and support staff to effectively differentiate instruction, ensuring all students receive the accommodations necessary for success.
• →Implementing clear behavioral standards and classroom management practices to establish a structured, safe, and conducive learning environment.
• →Communicating regularly and proactively with parents and guardians to discuss student progress, challenges, achievements, and to address any external factors influencing student performance.
• →Participating actively in team meetings to collaboratively address student needs, resolve concerns, and strengthen the educational support network for students and their families.
• →Assessing and tracking student progress consistently through robust classroom data collection and analysis to inform instructional practices and interventions.
• →Staying current with the latest research-based educational practices, innovations, and advancements within your subject area to continually enhance instructional quality.
• →Responding constructively to both formal evaluations and informal feedback, fostering an ongoing commitment to professional development and growth.
• →Contributing positively to the broader educational community by performing additional responsibilities as assigned, supporting Ombudsman's overall mission and student success.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in education or a closely related field of study.
• Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a valid IL state professional educator (PEL) credential.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.
• Prior experience working with curriculum development, differentiation and instruction; preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting.
• Prior experience and/or knowledge in alternative educational services and/or working with at-risk students with diverse needs at various levels preferred.
• Prior experience teaching mathematics at a high school level.
• Proven success in developing and implementing effective education plans for students with diverse needs.
• Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals.
• Prior experience and/or knowledge in working with students with individualized education plans (IEP's).
• Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions. 
• Advanced oral and written communication, instruction, curriculum, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
• Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.

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