Role OverviewThe Temporary SPED Teacher will be responsible for the instruction, progress, tracking, and discipline of all students in assigned classes. 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 a multidisciplinary team to promote students' well-being.
What You Will Do
The main day-to-day responsibilities of the Temporary SPED Teacher will include demonstrating a deep understanding of content, pedagogy, and student knowledge, creating an environment for effective student learning and growth, responding to the needs of all students, and personalizing student learning through mastery and innovative use of curriculum supplements and technology resources.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of content, pedagogy, and student knowledge, excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and sound professional judgment. The candidate will also be able to prioritize student safety, advocate for the district's vision, and commit to the district's common themes of equity, cultural competence, high expectations, developmental appropriateness, attention to individual students, and appropriate use of technology.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution of higher education
- A valid teaching license issued by the Illinois State Board of Education, with the appropriate endorsement(s) for the role
- Completion of the CPS online application and teaching profile at cps.edu/teach
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
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