Diverse Learners SPED Teacher – Transform Classrooms

Canadian Phytopathological Society; Illinois; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plans

Paid leave

Parental leave

Short-term disability

Religious holidays

Employee Wellness Program

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools in Chicago, IL is seeking a Diverse Learners Teacher. Under the supervision of the school principal, you will instruct, progress, tracking, and discipline of all students in assigned classes, and perform other duties as required.

The position requires a valid Illinois teaching license with LBS1 endorsement, a bachelor’s degree or higher, and a commitment to equity, differentiated instruction, and inclusive practices aligned with CPS standards.

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, in order to select learning objectives and design coherent instruction and assessments.
• Create an environment for effective student learning and growth by establishing a respectful classroom culture with strong management of student behaviors and classroom procedures that promotes and appreciates the cultural, racial, and linguistic diversity of students.
• Respond to the needs of all students by designing engaging classroom instruction with appropriately challenging questions, communication and discussion techniques, and instructionally aligned assessments.
• Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and exercise sound, professional judgment especially in interactions with administration, colleagues, families, and students.
• Prioritize student safety through consistent implementation of the Student Code of Conduct and school wide systems of management and discipline.
• Personalize student learning through mastery and innovative use of curriculum supplements and technology resources, as available.
• Advocate for the district’s vision and commit to our district’s common themes of equity, cultural competence, high expectations, developmental appropriateness, attention to individual students (including those with special needs), appropriate use of technology, and student assumption of responsibility.

Skills

Content knowledge

Pedagogy

Classroom management

Communication skills

Collaborative teamwork

Cultural competence

Differentiated instruction

Student assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Illinois State Board of Education license

LBS1 endorsement

Job description

Chicago Public Schools in Chicago, IL is seeking a Diverse Learners Teacher. Under the supervision of the school principal, you will instruct, progress, tracking, and discipline of all students in assigned classes, and perform other duties as required.

The position requires a valid Illinois teaching license with LBS1 endorsement, a bachelor’s degree or higher, and a commitment to equity, differentiated instruction, and inclusive practices aligned with CPS standards.