SPED Teacher | IEP Champion & Inclusive Education

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

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools seeks a licensed teacher for an assigned classroom, reporting to the principal, responsible for instruction, progress tracking, and student discipline. The role requires collaboration with case managers, counselors, and general education teachers to support diverse learners.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree or higher and a valid Illinois teaching license with LBS1 endorsement. CPS supports health, retirement, and competitive paid time off.

Qualifications

• 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 - information on obtaining a valid teacher license can be found at isbe.net/licensure.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the school principal, teachers are responsible for the instruction, progress, tracking, and discipline of all students in assigned classes, and performs other duties as assigned and required.
• Set goals for the individualized education plan that are achievable and comparable to a student's peers in accordance with the State of Illinois IEP guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with case managers, counselors, and general education teachers to determine instructional and social needs of students that ensure success while also participating on the multidisciplinary team to promote students' wellbeing.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Illinois ISBE teaching license with LBS1 endorsement

Job description

Chicago Public Schools seeks a licensed teacher for an assigned classroom, reporting to the principal, responsible for instruction, progress tracking, and student discipline. The role requires collaboration with case managers, counselors, and general education teachers to support diverse learners.

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree or higher and a valid Illinois teaching license with LBS1 endorsement. CPS supports health, retirement, and competitive paid time off.