AACA Learning Specialist Job Description

Alphonsus Academy & Center for the Arts seeks a half-time learning specialist to serve a PK through 8^th grade student population. Candidates must be skilled in working with students and adults as well as have the ability to act a resource and support to faculty members.

Position:           PK-8^th Grade Learning Specialist

 Required Educational Qualifications:    

·         M.A. in Learning Disabilities

 Preferred Educational Qualifications:         

·         Illinois Teacher Certification

·         Reading Specialist Certification

·         Trained in Orton-Gillingham Phonics program

 Required Experience:

·         Must have previous experience working as a teacher or support staff in a school setting

·         Must have record of success in working collaboratively with teachers, parents and students

·         Knowledge of neuro-psychological testing tools and skilled in interpretation of test results

 Other Qualifications:

·         Extremely strong interpersonal and communication skills

·         Highly organized with strong time management skills

·         Deep knowledge and understanding of A.D.D and A.D.H.D, sensory integration issues, and autistic spectrum disorders

·         Deep knowledge of classroom strategies used to support students with learning disabilities

·         Ability to lead professional development for faculty in area of learning disabilities

·         Ability to interact positively with parents and lead parent education sessions

·         Strong mathematics background and ability to provide remediation to students who struggle in this area

·         Strong understanding of literacy development and ability to provide remediation to students struggling with either reading or writing skills development

 Other Information:

·         10 month position that follows the school calendar for vacations

·         Daily hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.; days of service to TBA but Wednesdays are a definite

·         Not benefits eligible (less than 26 hours)

·         Compensation is 25K

·         Contact Dr. Megan Stanton-Anderson at mstanton@alphonsusacademy.org with resume; no phone calls please

January 8, 2010

Special Education position at Senn High School in Chicago.  Contact Aquilles Fischer.                          email: ASFischer@cps.edu

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Aug 20, 2008
Special Ed Teacher. CPS

July 30, 2008

PACE Program, National Lewis University

Vocational Instructor (Skokie Campus). The Vocational Instructor combines direct instruction in employment preparation and job search with students and public relations/development of vocational internships and job potential in the community. Specific responsibilities will include: Instruct a caseload of 15-20 students seeking employment; Work with the University Partnership Office to develop new internship/employment partners in the community; teach internship Seminar class; Participate in PACE meetings and activities as well as other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master's Degree in Special Education, Vocational Rehabilitation, or related field. Experience in workplace related instruction with special populations. Communication, organization and public relations skills as well as experience advocating for special needs students. Qualified applicants should submit their cover letter and resume with salary history to facultyvitas@nl.edu.

July 29, 2008

DePaul University
Work with students with LD and ADHD in one-to-one settings. Study skills, academics, etc.
Masters degree required with specialty in LD.
Send resume' and cover letter.
Contact:  Elizabeth Sullivan. Asst Director PLUS Program.
225 N. Sheffield
Chicago, IL 60014,  Phone: 773-325-1677
esulli15@depaul.edu

May 1, 2008
Chiaravalle Montessori School, Evanston, IL
Chiaravalle is seeking Coordinator for Special Learning Resources to work full time beginning August 25, 2008.  This individual will work under the general supervision of the Head of School and consult with the schools Program Directors and faculty to identify, support and monitor the educational needs of children with learning differences in Montessori programs for children ages 2 through 14.
The Coordinator will manage the school’s process of identification and implementation of special learning resources.  This individual will work closely with the school’s psychologist, tutors, therapists and teachers in implementing accommodations in the Montessori classroom. The Coordinator will guide parents through the process of understanding their child’s learning style, arranging educational testing, communicating with therapists and teachers, and when appropriate helping them find another school to meet their child’s needs.  The Coordinator will participate in the admission process regarding children with special needs to insure that the school can meet the needs of these children.  This Coordinator will also be expected to spend up to 10 hours per week tutoring individual student.  He/she will be responsible for the management of the budget for Special Learning Resources.
Qualifications include a Masters degree in Special Education and a minimum of five years direct work in the classroom or tutoring.  The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of effective instructional methods, including differentiated instruction; multi-sensory, researched based instruction; and current neuro-based instruction.  A thorough understanding of assessment and educational planning for mild to moderate disabilities is essential.  The Coordinator must have the ability to relate well with parents and teachers; have excellent verbal and written communication skills; work in a team environment; and must maintain a high level of integrity with regard to matters which may be considered confidential in nature.

Chiaravalle Montessori School welcomes children, families, faculty, and staff who reflect the broad range of diversity in Evanston.  We actively support equal opportunity for all people and encourage applications from minority candidates.  Excellent benefits and salary based on experience and credentials.

December 15, 2007

Speech and Language Therapist

We have been looking for a candidate to cover a maternity leave ASAP 
for the balance of this year and hopefully will provide options for 
them for
the 2008-2009 school year.
Joy Kane
Director or Special Services
Hawthorn School District 73
Vernon Hill, IL
847 561-3219

October 28, 2007

Synergy Learning Solutions

 We are opening Synergy Learning Solutions in the Oak Brook area in January. Synergy Learning Solutions is the premiere full-service learning center opening in Oak Brook January, 2008.  Every student will receive a comprehensive integrated individualized approach to enhance learning.  SLS will provide opportunities for partnerships and growth through our gold standard professional development trainings.