Dynamic SPED Teacher (LBS1) — Inclusive, Growth‑Focused

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Pension plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools in Chicago is seeking qualified teachers for Southwest Side locations. Under the supervision of the principal, you will instruct students, monitor progress, track assignments, and maintain classroom discipline to support student achievement.

You will design instruction aligned to state guidelines, foster an inclusive classroom culture, and collaborate with case managers, counselors, and general education teachers to address diverse needs and promote student wellbeing.

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 the appropriate endorsement(s) for the role - information on obtaining a valid teacher license can be found at isbe.net/licensure

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the school principal, teachers are responsible for the instruction, progress, tracking, and discipline of all students in assigned classes, and performs other duties as assigned and required.
• Within the CPS Framework for Teaching, teachers should utilize a continuous improvement process that refines his or her teaching practice.
• 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

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution

Job description

Chicago Public Schools in Chicago is seeking qualified teachers for Southwest Side locations. Under the supervision of the principal, you will instruct students, monitor progress, track assignments, and maintain classroom discipline to support student achievement.

You will design instruction aligned to state guidelines, foster an inclusive classroom culture, and collaborate with case managers, counselors, and general education teachers to address diverse needs and promote student wellbeing.