Life-Skills Special Education Teacher
Quick answer
The Menta Education Group is hiring an in-office Life-Skills Special Education Teacher in Centralia, IL to lead a self-contained classroom and provide specialized social-emotional and academic support.
- Role
- Life-Skills Special Education Teacher
- Organization
- The Menta Education Group
- Location
- 226 Chicago Ave. Centralia, IL 62801
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Education & Training
The role
The Menta Education Group is seeking a Life-Skills Special Education Teacher to work in a self-contained classroom setting in Centralia, IL. The role involves collaborating with clinical and academic staff to implement personalized interventions that address the unique social, emotional, and academic needs of students. Teachers are responsible for managing small class sizes with paraprofessional support and delivering a differentiated life-skills curriculum. This position offers a direct-hire arrangement following a standard school calendar.
What you'll do
- Teach a life-skills curriculum in a self-contained classroom setting.
- Manage a classroom of approximately 10 students with paraprofessional support.
- Collaborate with clinical and curriculum staff to improve student outcomes.
- Provide a differentiated and personalized learning environment.
- Implement strategies to support social-emotional growth.
What it takes
- Valid IL PEL (Professional Educator's License) with LBS1 Certification.
- Demonstrated ability to work with youth experiencing behavioral or academic difficulties.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-based, creative problem-solving environment.
- Flexibility to adapt to the specific needs of a self-contained classroom.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); 403(b) retirement plan with employer match; and a negotiable sign-on bonus for certified teachers.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This position is an in-office role located at 226 Chicago Ave. in Centralia, IL.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary for this position is not explicitly stated in the posting, but the organization provides a link to their pay transparency information and offers a negotiable sign-on bonus for certified teachers.
What certifications are required to apply?
Applicants must hold an Illinois Professional Educator's License (PEL) with LBS1 Certification or an equivalent non-substitute teacher certification.
What is the work schedule for this teaching position?
The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 3:00 pm CT, following a traditional school calendar.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Menta Education Group's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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