High School Special Education Teacher (9-12)

About CPS 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. Location North/Northwest Side-900 West Wilson Avenue (Uplift Community High School) Job Overview Under the supervision of the school principal, teachers are responsible for the instruction, progress, tracking, and discipline of all students in assigned classes, and perform other duties as assigned and required. Essential Functions Demonstrate a deep understanding of content, pedagogy, and student knowledge, in order to select learning objectives and design coherent instruction and assessments. Create an environment for effective student learning and growth by establishing a respectful classroom culture with strong management of student behaviors and classroom procedures that promotes and appreciates the cultural, racial, and linguistic diversity of students. Respond to the needs of all students by designing engaging classroom instruction with appropriately challenging questions, communication and discussion techniques, and instructionally aligned assessments. Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and exercise sound, professional judgment especially in interactions with administration, colleagues, families, and students. 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, as available. Advocate for the district’s vision and commit to our district’s 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. Qualifications 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, endorsed in LBS1. Adherence to the CPS online application and teaching profile at cps.edu/teach. Working knowledge of Illinois State IEP guidelines. Ability to work collaboratively with case managers, counselors, and general education teachers to determine instructional and social needs of students. 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. Eligibility and Background Acceptances As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees must be actual residents of the City of Chicago or be willing to become a resident within six months of employment. Background checks include tuberculosis test, drug test, and state and federal criminal background checks. CPS is a drug and alcohol free workplace. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is the policy of the Board to prohibit unlawful discrimination, harassment and retaliation on the basis of any classifications protected by the Constitution of the United States, the Constitution of the State of Illinois and applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances, including but not limited to discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy discrimination), gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, national origin or sexual orientation. Concerns or inquiries should be made to the Equal Opportunity Compliance Office Administrator at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and related regulations concerning sex discrimination also should be referred to the CPS Equal Opportunity Compliance Office View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Chicago Public Schools