Special Education Teacher (4-5 SPED LBS)

About the role

The Diverse Learners Teacher position at CPS is dedicated to providing high-quality public education tailored to meet the unique needs of diverse learners. This role requires a strong commitment to continuous improvement, effective communication, and a deep understanding of educational practices.

Specialty Functions

• A valid teaching license issued by the Illinois State Board of Education, endorsed in LBS1
• Work collaboratively with case managers, counselors, and general education teachers to determine instructional and social needs of students
• Participate on the multidisciplinary team to promote students' wellbeing

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of content, pedagogy, and student knowledge
• Create an environment for effective student learning and growth
• Establish a respectful classroom culture with strong management of student behaviors and classroom procedures
• Design engaging classroom instruction with appropriately challenging questions, communication, and discussion techniques
• Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and sound professional judgment
• Prioritize student safety through consistent implementation of the Student Code of Conduct and school-wide systems of management and discipline
• Personalize student learning through mastery and innovative use of curriculum supplements and technology resources
• Advocate for the district’s vision and commit to common themes of equity, cultural competence, high expectations, developmental appropriateness, attention to individual students (including those with special needs), appropriate use of technology, and student assumption of responsibility

Minimum Qualifications & 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

Physical Requirements

Light Work: Exerting up to twenty (20) pounds of force occasionally, or up to ten (10) pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Employment Expectations

• As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), an employee must be an actual resident of the City of Chicago or be willing to become a resident within six months of the date of his/her employment with Chicago Public Schools.
• All new hires must satisfactorily complete all CPS onboarding requirements, including passing a tuberculosis test, drug test, and state and federal criminal background checks.
• CPS is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
• The Board prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based on various protected classifications.