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Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

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menta logoMenta · Havana, IL
Full-timeOn-site24mo ago
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Requirements

  • IL PEL (Professional Educator's License; out-of-state applicants will need to apply for IL certification) with LBS1 Certification in Early Childhood Education or Other Teacher Certification (Non-Substitute) with relevant experience.
  • Must be flexible in the ability to teach multiple grade levels as student populations change
  • Ability to teach a classroom of students within all basic instructional areas
  • Ability to work with youth with emotional/behavioral/academic difficulties
  • Ability to be flexible, work in teams and creatively problem solve
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively

Additional Information

Job Description As an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher at The Menta Education Group, you will have the freedom and ability to educate a small classroom of students in a self-contained setting. Our social-emotional learning environments offer engaged and inquiry-based academics combined with a P.B.I.S. structure. About Fresh Start Academy in Havana Fresh Start Academy embodies the principles of the Expanded Menta Method and Trauma-Informed Practices. We commit our curriculum and teaching styles to personalized learning and facilitate current technologies with dedicated educators. These actions create a warm and understanding environment where our students thrive. Our flexible learning spaces are carefully designed and curated to inspire an adult learning mindset. Our core values drive our commitment to each student's success. We believe in fostering a culture of respect, understanding, and acceptance, where every student is valued for their unique strengths and potential. Through personalized educational plans, we strive to meet the individual needs of each student, recognizing that no two learners are alike. At Fresh Start Academy, we harbor, help, and guide each student's unique journey with compassion and dedication. Professional Associations and/or Partnerships The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities. Equal Opportunity Employer The Menta Education Group ("Menta") is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender identity and gender expression), color, national origin, religion, age, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Menta's office.


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