Virtual Early Childhood Special Education Teacher

Belleville, IL
Classroom Instruction – Special Ed Teacher /
Full-Time /
Remote
Job Description

As a Virtual Early Childhood Special Education Teacher at The Menta Education Group, you will have the freedom and ability to virtually educate a small classroom of students in a self-contained setting. Our social-emotional learning environments offer engaged and inquiry-based academics combined with a P.B.I.S. structure.

Responsibilities

    • Teach all subjects in a virtual classroom setting
    • Provide differentiated learning
    • Work collaboratively with staff, including curriculum and clinical staff to yield positive results for the students
    • Gain support on-campus from other teachers, administrators, curriculum staff, clinical staff, and various support staff that are Menta employees Have the freedom and ability to personalize learning
    • Provide a virtual social-emotional learning environment
    • Have a virtual classroom size of around 10 students

Qualifications

    • Current, Issued IL PEL (Professional Educator's License) LBS1 (Learning Behavior Specialist I) in Early Childhood Education is required
    • Must be flexible in the ability to teach multiple grade levels as student populations change
    • Ability to virtually teach a classroom of students within all basic instructional areas
    • Ability to virtually work with youth with emotional/behavioral/academic difficulties
    • Ability to be flexible, work in teams and creatively problem solve
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively

Benefits

    • Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefit Plans
    • 10 Month School Position with 12 Month Semi-Monthly Pay
    • Generous Paid Time Off Benefits 
    • 403(b) Investment Options
    • Direct Employer Hire

About Menta Academy Belleville

At Menta Academy Belleville, we are a committed staff that strives to empower each child to unlock their full potential both in and outside the classroom. Our designed services and curriculum address the developmental and individual learning needs of each one of our students. These tools allow us to use our classrooms as dynamic spaces where young minds can start their journey of educational and behavioral triumphs from an early age.

We are dedicated to offering support and creating inventive, impactful programs that enable youth to reach their academic objectives and contribute positively to their communities. Through our unwavering commitment, we strive to assist each child in recognizing and embracing their distinctive potential, fostering a brighter future for themselves and their communities.

Professional Associations and/or Partnerships

The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Menta Education Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Menta Group ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. The District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the district office.