Elementary Diverse Learner Teacher (Special Ed)

Christopher House; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Christopher House seeks a Diverse Learner (Special Education) Teacher to support elementary students with diverse needs in Chicago. The role includes implementing high-quality instruction, identifying IEPs, and collaborating with families to promote student learning.

The position reports to the Principal and is exempt. Required are ISBE licensure and LBS1 certification; bilingual abilities are desired. Date posted 6/29/2026; Date available 08/03/2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• ISBE Professional Education Licensure (PEL) required.
• LBS1 Certification required.
• Bilingual or ELL certification desired.
• Experience with IMPACT/SSM and STEP assessments.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish and/or experience with diverse needs and English Language Learners strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high-quality learning environment and instruction that meets the needs of children with diverse needs.
• Help identify and monitor IEPs that ensure students with diverse needs are provided with a high quality education in the least restrictive learning environment and in compliance with IDEA.
• Develop lesson plans consistent with the Common Core and the schools' college prep curriculum as well as students' Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals and benchmarks.
• Provide necessary accommodations and modifications outlined in students' IEPs.
• Set high expectations and promote school culture for students with diverse needs.
• Use data-driven evaluation and reflective teaching evaluation to improve instruction and increase academic achievement of students.
• Leverage the arts to promote student achievement, creativity and critical-thinking skills.
• Develop a strong home-school relationship with the families to ensure effective communication to best meet the needs of students.
• Collaborate and communicate with parents and caregivers regarding children's learning needs and how they can support their children's academic, emotional and behavioral development
• Meet with families as needed and serve as a positive representative for Christopher House.
• Communicate school-wide and agency-wide events to parents.
• Administrative: Complete necessary assessments, reports and records in an accurate and timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

ISBE Professional Education Licensure

LBS1 Certification

Bilingual or ELL certification

IMPACT/SSM experience

STEP assessments

Spanish bilingual or ELL experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Christopher House seeks a Diverse Learner (Special Education) Teacher to support elementary students with diverse needs in Chicago. The role includes implementing high-quality instruction, identifying IEPs, and collaborating with families to promote student learning.

The position reports to the Principal and is exempt. Required are ISBE licensure and LBS1 certification; bilingual abilities are desired. Date posted 6/29/2026; Date available 08/03/2026.