SPED Teacher (6-8)

The SPED Teacher (6-8) will be responsible for the instruction, progress, tracking, and discipline of all students in assigned classes, under the supervision of the school principal. The teacher will work collaboratively with case managers, counselors, and general education teachers to determine instructional and social needs of students. The teacher will also participate on the multidisciplinary team to promote students' well-being.

What You Will Do

The SPED Teacher (6-8) will demonstrate a deep understanding of content, pedagogy, and student knowledge, and design coherent instruction and assessments. The teacher will create an environment for effective student learning and growth, and respond to the needs of all students by designing engaging classroom instruction. The teacher will also prioritize student safety through consistent implementation of the Student Code of Conduct and school wide systems of management and discipline.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution of higher education, and a valid teaching license issued by the Illinois State Board of Education, with the appropriate endorsement(s) for the role. The candidate will also have excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and exercise sound, professional judgment. The candidate will be committed to the district's vision and common themes of equity, cultural competence, high expectations, developmental appropriateness, attention to individual students, and student assumption of responsibility.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution of higher education
• 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

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
• Basic Life Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Pension Plans
• Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Spot Pet Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Days
• Parental Leaves
• Short-Term Disability
• Religious Holidays
• Leaves