High School Special Education Teacher - Social Studies & Science

Unity Systems; Chicago (IL); Presencial; USD 30 000 - 42 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid sick time

401(k) match

CEU and professional development reimb

Reimbursement for associations and ed.

Onboarding and payroll support

Resumo da oferta

Unity Systems in Chicago is seeking a qualified High School Special Education Teacher for a 6-month contract. The role focuses on Social Studies with some Science for students with autism and related needs.

Flexible schedule: full-time, part-time, or substitute opportunities. The ideal candidate will have IL licensure (PEL SPED), experience with IEPs, differentiated instruction, strong classroom management, and collaboration with general education staff, families, and service providers to

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field.
• Valid Illinois teaching license (PEL) with SPED endorsement.
• Experience with high school students with Autism and ISBE requirements.
• Experience teaching Social Studies; Science instruction preferred.
• Knowledge of IEPs and differentiated instruction.
• Strong classroom management and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work with diverse learners.

Responsabilidades

• Provide special education instruction to high school students with Autism.
• Teach Social Studies primarily, with some Science instruction.
• Deliver differentiated lesson plans based on student needs.
• Support IEPs and accommodations/modifications.
• Monitor progress and document outcomes.
• Collaborate with general education staff, administrators, families, and service providers.
• Create an inclusive, positive classroom environment.
• Support students' academic, social, behavioral, and overall development.

Conhecimentos

IEP knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Collaboration

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Illinois PEL with SPED endorsement

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Description

High School Special Education Teacher - Social Studies & Science

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Contract: 6 Months

Schedule: Full-Time, Part-Time, or Substitute Opportunities Available

We are seeking a qualified and dedicated High School Special Education Teacher for a 6-month contract opportunity in Chicago, Illinois. This role will support high school students with Autism and other special education needs, with a primary focus on Social Studies and some Science instruction.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with students with disabilities, strong classroom management skills, and the ability to provide differentiated and individualized instruction.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide special education instruction to high school students with Autism and related learning needs.
• Teach Social Studies as the primary subject area, with some Science instruction.
• Develop and deliver differentiated lesson plans based on students' academic and developmental needs.
• Support students with IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) and implement appropriate accommodations and modifications.
• Monitor student academic and behavioral progress and maintain accurate documentation.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, special education staff, school administrators, related service providers, and families.
• Adapt instructional strategies and classroom activities to meet individual learning needs.
• Create a positive, structured, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
• Support students' academic, social, behavioral, and overall educational development.
• Follow school district policies and applicable Illinois special education requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education, Education, or a related field.
• Valid Illinois teaching license/credential, such as an Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with the appropriate Special Education endorsement.
• Must meet applicable Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) requirements.
• Experience working with high school students with Autism or other special education needs.
• Experience teaching Social Studies; experience with Science instruction is preferred.
• Knowledge of IEPs, differentiated instruction, accommodations, and special education best practices.
• Strong classroom management, communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students with diverse academic, behavioral, and developmental needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a High School Special Education Teacher.
• Experience supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
• Experience working within a school district or high school setting.
• Previous Illinois special education teaching experience.
• Experience teaching Social Studies and/or Science to students with disabilities.

Benefits & Support

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid sick time.
• 401(k) match.
• CEU and professional development reimbursement.
• Reimbursement support for professional associations and educational materials.
• Dedicated support throughout onboarding, placement, start date, and payroll.