SPED Teacher: IEP-Driven, Collaborative Education

Chicago Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 64,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools is seeking licensed teachers for a Southwest Side location (Velma Thomas Early Child Ctr area). Under the principal's supervision, teachers manage instruction, progress, tracking, and discipline of students in assigned classes.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree or higher, Illinois teaching license with LBS1 endorsement, and completion of the CPS online application and teaching profile at cps.edu/teach.

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 endorsement(s).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate deep understanding of content, pedagogy, and student knowledge.
• Create a respectful classroom culture with strong management of student behavior.
• Respond to student needs with engaging instruction and aligned assessments.
• Exhibit strong oral and written communication and professional judgment.
• Prioritize student safety through implementation of the Student Code of Conduct.
• Personalize student learning using curriculum resources and technology.
• Advocate for equity and the district’s themes of high expectations and inclusion.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Cultural competence

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Illinois State Board of Education teaching license with LBS1 endorsement

CPS online application completion

Job description

Chicago Public Schools is seeking licensed teachers for a Southwest Side location (Velma Thomas Early Child Ctr area). Under the principal's supervision, teachers manage instruction, progress, tracking, and discipline of students in assigned classes.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree or higher, Illinois teaching license with LBS1 endorsement, and completion of the CPS online application and teaching profile at cps.edu/teach.