Educational Specialist

Since 1961, The Association for Individual Development (AID) has served individuals with developmental, intellectual, physical and/or mental health challenges, those who have suffered a trauma, and those at risk. As a non-profit organization, our mission is to empower people with physical, developmental, intellectual, and mental health challenges to enjoy lives of dignity and purpose. We are looking for an Educational Specialist who can work M-F from 8am till 4pm. Are you the right fit?

What will you be doing?

• Responsible for the development, training, and implementation of meaningful and purposeful programming delivered in AID’s Community Day Service (CDS) settings
• Encompass a variety of interests, accommodate multiple levels of intellectual functioning, encourage client engagement, promote independence, and focus on skill acquisition
• Incorporate, but is not limited to, activities that address the following areas: fine and gross motor skills, attention span development, safety, activities of daily living, communication, social interaction, reduction of maladaptive behaviors, capacity for independent living, health and wellness, leisure/recreation, and community integration
• Responsible for consulting with staff regarding strategies, interventions, and supports to assist clients with autism; including program development that is tailored to meet the client’s specific needs.

What will you bring to the table?

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education
• Illinois State Board of Education LBS I/Type 10
• 2 years working with individuals with development disabilities including Autism and/or 2 years teaching special education including students with Autism
• Be able to work M-F from 8am till 4pm

What will we bring to the table?

• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, and
• Employer-paid life insurance plan
• Employer-paid short-term & long-term disability plan
• Holiday pay
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Employer-paid critical illness plan

What are the other requirements?

• No lifting restrictions
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Standing, walking, and/or sitting for significant periods of time
• Must meet Illinois QIDP certification requirements.
• Must pass all modules of DHS sanctioned DSP training if not on registry.
• Must complete required CEUs and CPDUs for QIDP and teacher certification.
• Must have valid Illinois Driver’s License, good driving record, and have minimal liability auto insurance
• Must acquire and maintain CPR, First-Aid, and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Prevention (CPI).
• Must maintain teaching certification.

If we seem like a good fit, consider joining our growing team of compassionate, hardworking, and caring individuals, and start your path toward a fulfilling career that you can be proud of.