Diverse Learner Teacher in Chicago, Illinois at Namaste Charter School Inc

The Diverse Learner Teacher plays an integral role in the success of all students. They are a master of the fundamentals of teaching, foster a positive learning experience for each student, and share their knowledge with the broader learning community. The Diverse Learner Teacher is a resident expert of differentiation and small group instruction, and engages meaningfully with colleagues to foster an inclusive environment.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Administer formal and informal assessments for the purpose of facilitating student learning in core academic subjects
• Monitor and analyze assessment data to drive and inform instruction and Individual Education Program development
• Develop Individual Education Programs in accordance with federal, state, district and school standards
• Consult and communicate with staff and parents via meetings, phone, and email regarding the needs and progress of students
• Fully participate in Individual Education Program meetings
• Ensure Individual Education Program compliance and that all deadlines are met including collaboration logs, IEP Report Cards, IEP drafts, and individualized IEP goal progress monitoring
• Provide training, lesson plans, and curricular & materials resources to paraprofessionals assigned to work with individual students or within the program
• Co-plan and submit weekly lesson plans; co-instruct; and co-assess with general education teacher(s) and other staff to deliver accessible, standards-based instruction to individual students, small groups, and the whole class

Qualifications:

Illinois PEL with Learning Behavior Specialist I Endorsement required

Bilingual and ESL Endorsement preferred

Spanish proficiency preferred

Salary & Benefits:

Salary and benefits determined in accordance with collective bargaining agreement, based on relevant experience