SPECIFICATIONS:
The normal work year for this position is ten (10) months. The
individual employed for this position, effective as soon as
possible, will work under the supervision of the Principal and /
or Principal Designee Principal to teach Middle School Special
Education Class. Teachers work directly with students in
providing instructional programs that meet the students'
individual aspirations, capabilities, interests, and needs.
Teaches work with other teachers, staff and administrators in
achieving the district goals, department goals, objectives and
philosophy. They also develop and maintain effective
communication with parents. The teachers report to the building
principal through the department/division chairperson. In
accordance with school policies as established by the Board Of
Education, the teachers are responsible for supervision of
students and for development and implementation of instructional
programs for which they are certified. Teachers are responsible
for providing information to the administration for the revision
and development of new policies regarding the educational
programs.
KEY FUNCTIONS:
·
Planning and Preparation - Must be able to demonstrate knowledge
of content and pedagogy, students, and resources. Design coherent
instruction and select appropriate instructional activities, and
has the ability to assess students learning.
·
Classroom Environment - Creates an environment of respect and
report, establishes a culture for learning, manages classroom
procedures, manages students behavior, and the ability to
organize physical space.
·
Instruction - Communicates clearly and accurately, use
questioning and discuss techniques, engages students in learning,
provides feedback to students, and demonstrates flexibility and
responsiveness.
·
Professional Responsibility - reflects on teaching, maintains
accurate records, communicates professionally, contributes to the
school and district, grows and develops professionally, and shows
professionalism.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Qualifications include but are not limited to: prior teaching
experience in Middle School Special Education. Relevant State
Endorsements required.
SALARY:
$33,366 - $52,262/ (as per the 2011-2012 collective bargaining
agreement)
HOW TO APPLY:
Internal applicants should apply and attach a resume to the
online application NO
LATER THAN NOON
July 2, 2012
. External applicants should apply online and attach three
letters of recommendations, resume and transcript(s) to the
online application. Applicants are instructed to deal
specifically with qualifying factors mentioned in the preceding
paragraph. All applicants must be willing to interview in person
and demonstrate skills through performance testing. External
applicants will be contacted within three weeks if invited for an
interview. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
Further information regarding this position may be obtained by
contacting the principal or hiring manager at Novak King Six
Grade Center.
The North Chicago Community Unit School District #187 is an
Equal Opportunity Employer with established policies prohibiting
discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion,
national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital
status, arrest record, military status, order of protection
status, unfavorable military discharge, citizenship status
provided the individual is authorized to work in the United
States, use of lawful products while not at work, being a victim
of domestic or sexual violence, genetic information, physical or
mental handicap or disability, if otherwise able to perform the
essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation,
credit history, unless a satisfactory credit history is an
established bona fide occupational requirement of a particular
position, or other legally protected categories. The
Superintendent of Schools/designee (847-689-8150) addresses
questions regarding student discrimination, and the Executive
Director of Human Resources (847-689-8150) answers questions
concerning staff discrimination