Diverse Learners SPED Teacher — Impactful Urban Education

Chicago Public Schools; St. Paul (AK); On-site; USD 64,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan Options

Dental

Vision

Pension Plans

Paid Leave

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) on the Southwest Side is seeking a SPED Teacher for the 4-5 segment to instruct and support students with diverse needs. The role emphasizes implementing individualized education plans and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to promote student growth and wellbeing.

The position requires a valid Illinois teaching license with LBS1 endorsement, a bachelor’s degree or higher, and completion of CPS’s online teaching profile.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution.
• Valid Illinois teaching license with LBS1 endorsement.
• Completion of the CPS online application and teaching profile at cps.edu/teach

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction and monitor progress for diverse learners in accordance with IEP goals.
• Create a respectful classroom culture with strong management of student behaviors.
• Collaborate with case managers, counselors, and general education teachers to support students' needs.
• Assess student progress and adjust instruction to promote growth and mastery.
• Uphold the district’s equity and safety expectations in all classroom practices.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

CPS online application

Illinois teaching license with LBS1 endorsement

Job description

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) on the Southwest Side is seeking a SPED Teacher for the 4-5 segment to instruct and support students with diverse needs. The role emphasizes implementing individualized education plans and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to promote student growth and wellbeing.

The position requires a valid Illinois teaching license with LBS1 endorsement, a bachelor’s degree or higher, and completion of CPS’s online teaching profile.