Special Education Teacher

Overview

Special Education Teacher - Northfield Campus

Hyde Park Day School is the premier school for bright students with learning disabilities in the Chicago metropolitan area.

Hyde Park Day School is a Wilson Language Training partner school. We train and certify our staff as part of our comprehensive professional development program.

Hyde Park Day School Chicago Campus is seeking to hire a full-time Special Education Teacher to play a vital role in our students' academic success.

Hyde Park Day School is a full-day school program that offers specialized, educational curriculum for students, ages 6 to 15, with moderate to severe learning disabilities and who have average to above average intelligence. Hyde Park Day School has campuses throughout the Chicago area including Hyde Park/Woodlawn, Northfield, and Lemont.

We believe that the complex nature of significant learning disabilities requires a program that focuses on the remediation of fundamental skills, the development of strategies to compensate for learning challenges and the use of appropriate accommodations.

• A low student-to-teacher ratio
• A state-of-the-art technology program
• An integrated services approach
• Highly talented staff, all with a comprehensive professional development program
• A safe, nurturing environment designed to build self-esteem, self-confidence, and a genuine interest in learning

• Teach students in small groups with a 5:1 student-to-teacher ratio and provide individualized support as needed.
• Deliver an educational program aligned with students’ needs in a structured, supportive environment.

• Bachelor's degree
• LBS1 certified
• Experience in elementary education and/or a core content area in secondary education

Salary: $45,000 to $72,000 per year depending on experience.

Comprehensive benefits for regular full-time employees include medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan with Roth option, FSA, HSA, an employee assistance program, 529 college savings program, and tuition assistance.

If this sounds like the perfect teaching opportunity for you, apply today. If you feel you would be right for this position as a Special Education Teacher, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. Job Posted by Applicant Pro