Equity-Minded Special Education Teacher - Full-Time

CICS Loomis; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25+ paid holidays

Sick leave and personal time allowance

Comprehensive Healthcare

403b match up to 3% and 50% up to 5%

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Distinctive Schools in Chicago, IL is seeking a Special Education Teacher to ensure equal instructional opportunities and foster environments where teaching and learning are challenging and inclusive.

The role emphasizes delivering the essential curriculum, creating engaging classrooms, and collaborating with families and staff to support student growth. Start date is November 2026; salary starts at 70,000 for certified teachers.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree
• Valid Professional Educator License with the Illinois State Board of Education

Responsibilities

• Maintain a student-centered perspective in decision making.
• Believe that all students can learn and can achieve great things.
• Contribute to the equity work of the campus and network and engage in culturally responsive decision making.
• Build and foster a culture of belonging through positive and strong relationships with students, families, and staff.
• Cultivate a strengths-based, equity focused mindset.
• Foster positive climate and culture.
• Serve as a positive role model.
• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, families, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Maintain accurate records of students' progress and development.
• Plan and supervise assignments for paraprofessionals, volunteers, and student teachers, and provide written evaluations.
• Inform families regarding student progress and instructional programs.
• Complete compliance-related Special Education tasks per state and federal mandates.
• Work closely with team members and families to meet student needs.
• Support classroom procedures and transitions.
• Support student behavior in line with conduct standards.
• Serve as primary instructor for students with identified learning needs in various settings.
• Develop lessons addressing academic, social-emotional needs.
• Provide research-based instruction per IEP goals.
• Develop and implement annual IEPs including present levels and services.
• Collaborate with IEP team members and monitor progress.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress.
• Demonstrate ability to work with diverse backgrounds.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Professional Educator License (Illinois)

Job description

Distinctive Schools in Chicago, IL is seeking a Special Education Teacher to ensure equal instructional opportunities and foster environments where teaching and learning are challenging and inclusive.

The role emphasizes delivering the essential curriculum, creating engaging classrooms, and collaborating with families and staff to support student growth. Start date is November 2026; salary starts at 70,000 for certified teachers.