Special Education Teacher – IHSCA

Job overview

The Special Education Teacher – IHSCA role is onsite in Chicago, IL, with compensation of $62,610–$119,310 per year. Instituto Health Sciences Career Academy works with Chicago Public Schools to provide specially designed instruction and support for students with disabilities. The teacher delivers culturally relevant instruction aligned with students’ individualized education plans, supports academic and social-emotional growth, and collaborates with families, paraprofessionals, and school teams to improve student access and achievement.

What you'll do

• Design lessons consistent with student IEPs
• use adaptive devices and technology
• prepare and implement IEPs, transition plans, and behavior plans
• assess academic, communication, and behavioral needs
• adapt materials
• conduct individual and group sessions
• participate in school intervention and IEP meetings
• maintain compliance documentation
• provide or oversee self-care assistance
• monitor paraprofessionals
• communicate student progress to families and administrators
• take attendance
• collaborate with core teachers and support staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

special education teacher

ihsca

chicago il

instituto health sciences career academy

individualized education plans

iep

high school

adaptive instruction

student support

illinois educator license

$62,610–$119,310/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 403(b), Chicago Teachers Pension Fund, sick leave, and personal leave.

Why this role

Bachelor’s degree in special education or core content and a valid Illinois Professional Educator License with specified endorsement required; five years of experience working with students with disabilities required. Extended and nontraditional hours may be required.

About the employer

Instituto Health Sciences Career Academy is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.