Bilingual Special Education Teacher (English/Spanish)
Quick answer
The Menta Education Group is hiring an in-office Bilingual Special Education Teacher in Chicago to implement personalized academic and social-emotional interventions for students.
- Role
- Bilingual Special Education Teacher (English/Spanish)
- Organization
- The Menta Education Group
- Location
- 321 East 84th St Chicago, IL 60619
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Education & Training
The role
The Menta Education Group is seeking a Bilingual Special Education Teacher for their Chicago location to provide specialized instruction in a self-contained classroom environment. The role involves collaborating with clinical and academic staff to implement social-emotional and academic interventions for students with diverse needs. Teachers will utilize the Expanded Menta Method Model and UDL curriculum to provide personalized instruction for small class sizes of approximately 10 students. The position requires fluency in English and Spanish and an Illinois Professional Educator's License.
What you'll do
- Teach all subjects within a self-contained classroom environment.
- Maintain small class sizes with paraprofessional support.
- Collaborate with curriculum and clinical staff to improve student outcomes.
- Provide a differentiated and social-emotional learning environment.
- Personalize learning strategies using the Menta Method Model.
What it takes
- Valid IL PEL (Professional Educator's License) with LBS1 endorsement.
- Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking both English and Spanish.
- Ability to work effectively with youth facing emotional, behavioral, or academic difficulties.
- Experience in curriculum delivery and classroom instruction.
- Strong interpersonal and creative problem-solving skills.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); 403(b) retirement plan with employer match; and a negotiable sign-on bonus.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is an in-office position located at 321 East 84th St, Chicago, IL 60619.
What is the compensation for this role?
The specific salary is not stated, but pay ranges are available via the company's transparency portal under the 'Special Education Classroom Instruction' section, and a sign-on bonus is available for certified teachers.
What certification is required to apply?
Applicants must hold an Illinois Professional Educator's License (PEL) with an LBS1 Special Education endorsement, though out-of-state candidates may apply for Illinois certification.
What is the expected work schedule?
The role follows a school-day schedule of 6:45am-2:15pm CT, Monday through Friday, aligning with the school calendar.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Menta Education Group's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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