SPED Teacher (9-12): Impactful Urban Education

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

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools seeks licensed teachers to provide high-quality instruction and care for diverse learners in Chicago. Under principal supervision, you will plan lessons, progress-track students, manage classrooms, and collaborate with counselors and teachers to support student wellbeing.

The role requires an Illinois ISBE license with the appropriate endorsement, a bachelor’s degree or higher, and completion of the CPS online application.

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.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the school principal, teachers are responsible for instruction, progress, tracking, and discipline of all students in assigned classes.
• Demonstrate deep understanding of content and pedagogy to design coherent instruction and assessments.
• Create a respectful classroom culture with strong management of student behaviors and procedures.
• Respond to student needs by designing engaging instruction with appropriately challenging questions and assessments.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills and professional judgment in interactions with staff, families, and students.
• Prioritize student safety and personalize learning to support equity and diverse needs.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Illinois teaching license (LBS1 endorsement)

Job description

Chicago Public Schools seeks licensed teachers to provide high-quality instruction and care for diverse learners in Chicago. Under principal supervision, you will plan lessons, progress-track students, manage classrooms, and collaborate with counselors and teachers to support student wellbeing.

The role requires an Illinois ISBE license with the appropriate endorsement, a bachelor’s degree or higher, and completion of the CPS online application.