Virtual Special Education Teacher

As a Special Education Teacher at The Menta Education Group, you will educate a small classroom of students in a virtual setting.

Our social-emotional learning environments offer engaged and inquiry-based academics combined with a P.B.I.S. structure.

Responsibilities

• Provide a differentiated learning environment for students.
• Offer project-based learning instruction in a virtual setting.
• Collaborate with staff, including curriculum and clinical staff to achieve positive results for students.
• Personalize learning for each student.
• Create a social-emotional learning environment.
• Manage a classroom of around 10 students with paraprofessional support.
• Dedicate 5 hours to virtual direct instruction per day, plus time for lesson planning, grading, and IEP work.

Qualifications

• Hold an Illinois PEL with LBS1 (Learning Behavior Specialist I), i.e., Special Education Teacher Certification.
• Be proficient with video-conferencing platforms such as Zoom, Google Meet, or Microsoft Teams.
• Demonstrate flexibility in teaching multiple grade levels.
• Show ability to work with youth with emotional, behavioral, cognitive, and academic difficulties.
• Design digital content for engaging online lessons.
• Apply strong classroom-management techniques adapted for virtual settings.
• Differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills.
• Teach students using Digital Curriculum & Assessment tools.
• Troubleshoot technology issues and manage digital file storage.
• Familiarize yourself with assistive technology tools.
• Maintain accurate records in a virtual environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: USD 64,400-67,400 per year.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• A 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match.