Responsibilities Full-Time Special Education Teacher Opportunity This opportunity to serve as a member of the multidisiplinary treatment team for students by providing direct education services. Utilizes knowledge and skills related to crisis intervention and verbal de-escalation in order to provide a safe environment for students, visitors and staff. While developing, implementing, and updates IEP's for all students on their educational case load. Daily written plans based on curriculum, core/state standards and IEP goals. Website: https://pavilionhospital.com/ If you would like to learn more about the Special Education Teacher position before applying, please contact Mandy Marin, HRD by phone at (217) 373-1755 or email at mandy.marin@uhsinc.com. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Instructional planning Develops, implements, maintains and updates IEP’s for all students on their educational case load. Develops and maintains daily, written plans based on curriculum, core/state standards and IEP goals. Monitors student progress and intervenes appropriately using scientifically based interventions. Adjusts plans, methods and tests to meet student needs. Instructional methods Teaches in accordance with adopted curriculum. Utilizes differentiated instruction. Communicates objective(s) and purpose(s) of lesson. Relates instruction to specific and long-range educational objective(s) Explains and clarifies material in guided practice prior to assigning independent work. Uses varied resources and materials based on student needs and the objective(s) of the lesson. Incorporates instructional strategies which promote student’s critical thinking. Provides feedback that motivates students. Uses a variety of practical hands on activities that engage the majority of students to maintain a high level of interest. Has high expectations for daily and long-term student achievement. Competency in subject matter Demonstrates knowledge of subject area in lesson presentation. Responds knowledgeably to student’s questions on the subject matter, basic facts or concepts. Uses grammatically correct English in verbal communication. Uses rules of spelling, punctuation, and grammar in written communication. Classroom management Assumes responsibility for overall disciplines in the classroom, following designated behavior management plans. Organizes and arranges classroom so as to facilitate learning and minimize student disruption. Sets limits of student behavior which are defined, communicated and monitored. Treats all students in a fair and consistent manner. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities. Encourages students to be self-disciplined. Maintains a classroom atmosphere that is appropriate to the learning activity taking place. Perceives the needs and concerns of students and tactfully deals with them. Reinforces student’s appropriate behavior. Maintains a self-controlled manner in crisis or stressful situations. Staff and professional responsibilities Maintains and submits accurate and timely records as required by law and educational guidelines. Actively participates in school staff meetings. Collaborates with other teachers to provide appropriate learning opportunities for students. Reports student’s progress to guardian via quarterly report cards, mid-quarter reports, conferences, etc. Utilizes knowledge and skills related to crisis intervention and verbal de-escalation in order to provide a safe environment for students, visitors and staff. NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Projects a positive image of The Pavilion by being courteous, helpful, friendly, and professional in relationships with patients/residents/students, visitors and co-workers. Assures compliance with federal, state, and organizational confidentiality regulations. Responds to a “Support Code” in a therapeutic, appropriate manner as prescribed in the annual TCI inservice. Maintains OSHA, Risk Management, Infection Control, CPR and TCI and all other required education. Performs other duties as assigned. Benefits for our Behavioral Teachers include: Challenging and rewarding work environment Comprehensive training & orientation Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University Psychiatric Nurse Residency Transition-to-Practice Orientation (Could earn 20 CEUs) Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ locations! Diverse programming to expand your experience and energize you career HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Tuitition Reimbursement About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com Qualifications Job Requirements Special Education Teacher Certification- State of Illinois in Type 10 LBS I Limited or Unlimited required. Bachelor’s degree in Education preferred. Teaching in a special education setting preferred. NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Projects a positive image of The Pavilion by being courteous, helpful, friendly, and professional in relationships with patients/residents/students, visitors and co-workers. Assures compliance with federal, state, and organizational confidentiality regulations. Responds to a “Support Code” in a therapeutic, appropriate manner as prescribed in the annual TCI inservice. Maintains OSHA, Risk Management, Infection Control, CPR and TCI and all other required education. Performs other duties as assigned. EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. 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