Special Education Transition Teacher

Menta; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign On Bonus for Special Education Te

Holiday pay not specified

Job summary

The Menta Education Group is seeking a Special Education Transition Teacher to educate a small group of motivated students in a unique open-concept workspace in Chicago. The role emphasizes social-emotional learning in an inquiry-based environment and requires collaboration with diverse staff.

Hours are 6:45am-2:15pm CT, Monday-Friday following the school calendar. Direct hire with the school, sign-on bonus offered for Special Education Teachers, and a focus on student transition readiness.

Qualifications

• IL PEL or IL certification required for the role; out-of-state applicants must apply for IL certification.
• LBS1 or equivalent teaching certification preferred (non-substitute).
• Flexibility to teach across multiple grade levels and support emotional/behavioral needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach a curriculum to prepare 17–21 year old students for their next stage in life.
• Provide a differentiated learning environment.
• Collaborate with staff including curriculum and clinical teams to yield positive results for students.
• Offer social-emotional learning within an on-campus support framework.
• Be flexible in teaching multiple grade levels as student populations change.
• Maintain excellent interpersonal communication with students, families, and staff.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Education

IL PEL (Professional Educator's License)

LBS1 Certification

Job description

Special Education Transition Teacher

As a Special Education Transition Teacher at The Menta Education Group, you will have the freedom and ability to educate a small group of students in a unique, open‑concept work‑space environment. Our social‑emotional learning environments offer engaged and inquiry‑based academics combined with a P.B.I.S. structure.

Location: 605 S. Albany Ave. Chicago, IL 60612

Hours: 6:45am-2:15pm CT, Monday-Friday, following a school calendar

Employment Type: Direct Hire with our school – Return school year after school year (no annual contract)

Sign On Bonus for Special Education Teachers

Responsibilities

• Teach a curriculum to prepare 17‑21 year old students for their next stage in life
• Provide a differentiated learning environment
• Work collaboratively with staff, including curriculum and clinical staff to yield positive results for the students
• Gain support on‑campus from other teachers, administrators, curriculum staff, clinical staff, and various support staff that are Menta employees; have the freedom and ability to personalize learning
• Provide a social‑emotional learning environment
• Must be flexible in the ability to teach multiple grade levels as student populations change
• Ability to teach a classroom of students within all basic instructional areas
• Ability to work with youth with emotional/behavioral/academic difficulties
• Ability to be flexible, work in teams and creatively problem solve
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively

Qualifications

• IL PEL (Professional Educator's License); out‑of‑state applicants must apply for IL certification
• LBS1 Certification or Other Teacher Certification (Non‑Substitute)
• Flexible teaching across multiple grade levels
• Experience with students requiring emotional, behavioral, and academic support
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Benefits

In accordance with the Pay Transparency amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003, information about pay ranges and employee benefits can be found at the following links:

Full Time Employee Benefits Overview: Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match. For more information visit https://menta.com/employee-benefits-full-time/

Compensation Information: https://menta.com/compensation-arizona-and-illinois/

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Menta Education Group (“Menta”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender identity and gender expression), color, national origin, religion, age, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Menta’s office.