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Genesis Healthcare Special Education Teacher in Chicago, Illinois
Overview
At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school.
With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.
Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.
Why Powerback?
Benefits: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
Support for New Grads & Clinical Fellows: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.
Responsibilities
The Special Education Teacher will provide individual or group educational instruction. Other major responsibilities include, but are not limited to: consultation with classroom teachers or other service providers, conducting initial evaluations, and formal/informal monitoring of a student’s progress through daily log notes, quarterly reports, and annual review testing. This position serves children with various physical, behavioral, and developmental challenges ranging in age from birth to 21 years old.
RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Utilizes assessment tools to gather information to determine eligibility, goals, and support plans.
Delivers specialized individual and group instruction and adheres to mandated IEPs and ISFPs. Consults with other team members and therapists (OT, PT, SLP, etc.) to ensure a holistic and collaborative approach to a student’s education.
Assesses and documents each student’s progress through formal and informal tests and measures.
Prepares annual review reports and progress summaries for each student in compliance with program due dates.
Provides parent and caregiver support and education.
Attends meetings when required, as it relates to service provision and support of the student.
Plans and prepares the learning environment with needed materials and supplies.
Implements the daily schedule through consistent daily and weekly lesson plans.
Follows the safety guidelines and directives from the school district.
Assists with the utilization of communication devices and assistive technology, as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
This position requires a Master’s degree from an accredited education program.
The Special Education Teacher must hold a current special education teacher certification and must meet the requirements of the Illinois State Department of Education.
The Special Education Teacher must be prepared to teach students with varying degrees of learning aptitudes such as, but not limited to learning disabilities, social/emotional disorders, intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, autism, or traumatic brain injury.
Posted Salary Range
USD $0.00 - USD $0.00 /Hr.
Genesis HealthCare, Inc. and all affiliated entities (collectively “Genesis”) has a strong commitment to diversity that is fully supported and practiced by our officers and leadership team. Genesis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, HIV status, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, amnesty, military status or status as protected veterans, or any other legally protected characteristic. Genesis is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace free from discrimination and harassment where everyone has equal opportunities to succeed.