Diverse Learners SPED Teacher: Empower Minds & Growth

CPS; United States; On-site; USD 64,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan Options

Dental Insurance

Vision Coverage

Pension Plans

Paid Leave

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a SPED teacher focused on diverse learners. The role involves instruction, progress tracking, and discipline under the principal’s supervision at a Chicago school site.

The candidate should hold an Illinois teaching license (LBS1 endorsement) and a bachelor’s degree or higher. The CPS online application and teaching profile must be completed for consideration; the position emphasizes equity, collaboration with case managers, counselors, and teachers.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.
• Completion of the CPS online application and teaching profile at cps.edu/teach.
• A valid teaching license issued by the Illinois State Board of Education with the appropriate endorsement(s) for the role.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of content, pedagogy, and student knowledge to design learning objectives and assessments.
• Create and maintain a respectful classroom culture with strong management of student behaviors.
• Respond to the needs of all students with engaging instruction and appropriately challenging questions.
• Exhibit strong oral and written communication and professional judgment in interactions with staff and students.
• Prioritize student safety through consistent application of the Student Code of Conduct.
• Personalize learning with curriculum resources and technology as available.
• Advocate for equity, high expectations, and developmental appropriateness for diverse learners.

Skills

Collaborative teamwork

Strong communication skills

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Illinois ISBE teaching license (LBS1 endorsement)

Tools

Illinois teaching license

Job description

Chicago Public Schools is seeking a SPED teacher focused on diverse learners. The role involves instruction, progress tracking, and discipline under the principal’s supervision at a Chicago school site.

The candidate should hold an Illinois teaching license (LBS1 endorsement) and a bachelor’s degree or higher. The CPS online application and teaching profile must be completed for consideration; the position emphasizes equity, collaboration with case managers, counselors, and teachers.