Diverse Learners Teacher: Special Education Impact

Chicago Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools seeks a Diverse Learners Teacher to provide inclusive instruction for students with diverse learning needs. You will align with CPS frameworks, collaborate with case managers and general education teachers, and implement IEP goals to promote student growth and wellbeing.

The role requires a valid Illinois teaching license with LBS1 endorsement, a bachelor’s degree or higher, and dedication to equity in instruction across diverse neighborhoods in Chicago.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution.
• 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 appropriate endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of content, pedagogy, and student knowledge to design coherent instruction and assessments.
• Create a respectful classroom culture with strong management of student behaviors and procedures.
• Respond to the needs of all students with engaging instruction and appropriately challenging questions.
• Exhibit excellent oral and written communication and professional judgment.
• Prioritize student safety through consistent implementation of the Student Code of Conduct.
• Personalize student learning through mastery and use of curriculum supplements and technology.
• Advocate for the district's equity-focused vision and developmental appropriateness.

Skills

Strong communication

Classroom management

Interpersonal skills

Equity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Teaching license (LBS1) Illinois ISBE

Job description

Chicago Public Schools seeks a Diverse Learners Teacher to provide inclusive instruction for students with diverse learning needs. You will align with CPS frameworks, collaborate with case managers and general education teachers, and implement IEP goals to promote student growth and wellbeing.

The role requires a valid Illinois teaching license with LBS1 endorsement, a bachelor’s degree or higher, and dedication to equity in instruction across diverse neighborhoods in Chicago.