Job Description

As a Curriculum Coordinator with The Menta Education Group, you will be responsible for academic programming and oversight of special education compliance.

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 position's category.

About Fresh Start Academy in Havana

Fresh Start Academy embodies the principles of the Expanded Menta Method and Trauma-Informed Practices. We commit our curriculum and teaching styles to personalized learning and facilitate current technologies with dedicated educators. These actions create a warm and understanding environment where our students thrive. Our flexible learning spaces are carefully designed and curated to inspire an adult learning mindset.

Our core values drive our commitment to each student's success. We believe in fostering a culture of respect, understanding, and acceptance, where every student is valued for their unique strengths and potential. Through personalized educational plans, we strive to meet the individual needs of each student, recognizing that no two learners are alike. At Fresh Start Academy, we harbor, help, and guide each student's unique journey with compassion and dedication.

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 Menta’s office.

The Menta Group evolved into a dynamic, responsive, multi-state education non-profit, operating numerous private and public/private partnership schools. The organization still firmly adheres to its policy to never give up on a child and that no student will be rejected, suspended, or expelled.MissionTo provide innovative solutions to critical problems in education and human services.VisionWe envision a society in which all youth can be successful. As an organization, we are especially committed to making success a reality for at-risk youth. We strive to be the recognized national leader in serving at-risk youth in educational and social service settings through the provision of empirically-based innovative solutions to critical problems in education and human services. Our goal is to also support the professionals who work with at-risk youth by focusing on program development, professional training, and child advocacy.

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