May 1, 2008
Chiaravalle Montessori School, Evanston, IL
Chiaravalle is seeking Coordinator for Special Learning Resources to work full time beginning August 25, 2008. This individual will work under the general supervision of the Head of School and consult with the schools Program Directors and faculty to identify, support and monitor the educational needs of children with learning differences in Montessori programs for children ages 2 through 14.
The Coordinator will manage the school’s process of identification and implementation of special learning resources. This individual will work closely with the school’s psychologist, tutors, therapists and teachers in implementing accommodations in the Montessori classroom. The Coordinator will guide parents through the process of understanding their child’s learning style, arranging educational testing, communicating with therapists and teachers, and when appropriate helping them find another school to meet their child’s needs. The Coordinator will participate in the admission process regarding children with special needs to insure that the school can meet the needs of these children. This Coordinator will also be expected to spend up to 10 hours per week tutoring individual student. He/she will be responsible for the management of the budget for Special Learning Resources.
Qualifications include a Masters degree in Special Education and a minimum of five years direct work in the classroom or tutoring. The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of effective instructional methods, including differentiated instruction; multi-sensory, researched based instruction; and current neuro-based instruction. A thorough understanding of assessment and educational planning for mild to moderate disabilities is essential. The Coordinator must have the ability to relate well with parents and teachers; have excellent verbal and written communication skills; work in a team environment; and must maintain a high level of integrity with regard to matters which may be considered confidential in nature.
Chiaravalle Montessori School welcomes children, families, faculty, and staff who reflect the broad range of diversity in Evanston. We actively support equal opportunity for all people and encourage applications from minority candidates. Excellent benefits and salary based on experience and credentials.
Submit a letter of interest, resume and three references to, Chiaravalle Montessori School email: hr@chiaravlle.org or FAX 847-864-2206. Web site:
www.chiaravalle.org
Chiaravalle is seeking a Learning Specialist/Tutor for Elementary and Middle School students to work part time beginning Sept. 2, 2008. The candidate is expected to have a Masters in Special Education. This individual will have access to an office space three days a week to tutor Chiaravalle students with identified learning differences during their school day. The tutor will bill parents for one hour sessions at a reduced rate of $65/hr. Submit a letter of interest, resume and three references to, Chiaravalle Montessori School email: hr@chiaravlle.org or FAX 847-864-2206. Web site:
www.chiaravalle.org
December 15, 2007
Speech and Language Therapist
We have been looking for a candidate to cover a maternity leave ASAP
for the balance of this year and hopefully will provide options for
them for
the 2008-2009 school year.
Joy Kane
Director or Special Services
Hawthorn School District 73
Vernon Hill, IL
847 561-3219
October 28, 2007
Synergy Learning Solutions
We are opening Synergy Learning Solutions in the Oak Brook area in January. Synergy Learning Solutions is the premiere full-service learning center opening in Oak Brook January, 2008. Every student will receive a comprehensive integrated individualized approach to enhance learning. SLS will provide opportunities for partnerships and growth through our gold standard professional development trainings.
We are now looking for highly qualified, dynamic, reading and math tutors, advocates, speech and language pathologists, and occupational therapists to join our innovative team. We are passionate about our work with children, parents and professionals.
