Temporary SPED Teacher (PreK-3, 4-5, 6-8)

As a Temporary SPED Teacher, you will be responsible for the instruction, progress, tracking, and discipline of all students in assigned classes. You will work collaboratively with case managers, counselors, and general education teachers to determine instructional and social needs of students. You will also participate on the multidisciplinary team to promote students' well-being.

What You Will Do

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include demonstrating a deep understanding of content, pedagogy, and student knowledge to select learning objectives and design coherent instruction and assessments. You will create an environment for effective student learning and growth by establishing a respectful classroom culture. You will also respond to the needs of all students by designing engaging classroom instruction.

Why It Might Be a Fit

We are looking for a teacher who can prioritize student safety through consistent implementation of the Student Code of Conduct and school-wide systems of management and discipline. You should be able to personalize student learning through mastery and innovative use of curriculum supplements and technology resources. You will also advocate for the district's vision and commit to our district's common themes of equity, cultural competence, high expectations, and developmental appropriateness.

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