As a Curriculum Coordinator with The Menta Education Group you will be responsible for academic programming and oversight of special education compliance.
321 East 84th St Chicago IL 60619
Hours 6:45 am to 2:15 pm Mon-Friday following a school calendar
Responsibilities
Provide guidance and support to teaching staff assistants and aides on the instruction of students with disabilities in academic subjects.
Develop and implement technology-based learning
Collaborate with teaching staff on the development and update of IEP goals and progress for students on assigned caseload.
Monitor credits and courses required for graduation for students; Support teaching staff in preparing assignments grading assignments and preparing reports.
In collaboration with administration maintain all student transcripts graduation analysis documents and progress reports.
Coordinate and communicate with other staff members in order to ensure consistent application of the academic and therapeutic program.
Qualifications
Current PEL (Professional Educator License) with LBS1 Endorsement
Curriculum & Instruction Endorsement on the PEL preferred but not required
Extensive knowledge of IEP Writing and Process
Knowledge of Think Cerca Myon and/or MobyMax is ideal
Ability to coach and lead educational staff
A strong background in Special Education including but not limited to cognitive & LD Autism BD ED and OHI
Experience in PBIS and trauma-informed programming is a plus
Excellent organization time management and follow-up skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively
Exceptional problem-solving critical thinking and strategic planning skills
Ability to multitask
Compensation & Benefits
In accordance with the Pay Transparency amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 information about pay ranges and employee benefits can be found at the following links:
Please refer to the Special Education Classroom Instruction section for this positions category
About Menta Academy Chicago South
At Menta Academy Chicago South (MACS) our devoted team is committed to continuing the academic and personal growth of our students. Meticulously crafted our educational services are tailored to both support and challenge students on their journey to higher education. Our objective is to create daily opportunities for success with both academic and behavioral development achievements.
Our teachers love using our specifically designed Expanded Menta Method Model. The UDL curriculum provides flexible methods materials and assessments to help teachers differentiate instruction and meet the unique needs of all learners in a variety of ways in a variety of unique learning spaces.
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 (Menta) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race creed sex (including sex stereotypes sex characteristics gender identity and gender expression) color national origin religion age pregnancy or related conditions veteran status sexual orientation disability or any other basis protected under federal state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Mentas office.
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