SPED Teacher (PreK-3)

We are an urban district on the rise. The support and resources we provide to our staff enables them to make the greatest difference where it’s needed most. Be a part of the change. Our mission is to provide a high quality public education for every child, in every neighborhood, that prepares each for success in college, career and civic life. As a SPED Teacher (PreK-3), you will be responsible for the instruction, progress, tracking, and discipline of all students in assigned classes.

What You Will Do

Your main day-to-day responsibilities will include setting 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, working collaboratively with case managers, counselors, and general education teachers to determine instructional and social needs of students, and prioritizing 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

This role may be a good fit for you if you have a deep understanding of content, pedagogy, and student knowledge, and can design coherent instruction and assessments, create an environment for effective student learning and growth, and exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and exercise sound, professional judgment.

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
• Medical Plan Options
• Pharmacy
• Dental
• Vision
• Behavioral Health & EAP
• Employee Wellness Program
• Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
• Basic Life Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Pension Plans
• Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Spot Pet Insurance
• Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life
• Paid Leave
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Days
• Parental Leaves
• Short-Term Disability
• Religious Holidays
• Leaves