High School Life-Skills Special Education Teacher
Quick answer
The Menta Education Group is hiring an in-office High School Life-Skills Special Education Teacher in Chicago, IL, to provide personalized instruction and social-emotional support for students in a collaborative, innovative classroom setting.
- Role
- High School Life-Skills Special Education Teacher
- Organization
- The Menta Education Group
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Education & Training
The role
The Menta Education Group is seeking a High School Life-Skills Special Education Teacher to implement personalized classroom interventions in a self-contained environment. You will work collaboratively with clinical and academic teams to support students with emotional, behavioral, and academic needs. The role utilizes an innovative, business-modeled learning environment to foster student growth and independence. This position follows a school calendar schedule and offers professional growth opportunities.
What you'll do
- Teach a High School Life-Skills curriculum in a self-contained classroom.
- Collaborate with curriculum and clinical staff to achieve positive student outcomes.
- Provide a differentiated and personalized learning environment.
- Implement social-emotional learning interventions.
- Manage classroom settings with paraprofessional support.
What it takes
- Professional Educator's License (PEL) with LBS1 certification.
- Ability to work with youth with emotional, behavioral, or academic difficulties.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated flexibility and creative problem-solving abilities.
- Experience or willingness to work within a team-based educational model.
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
Where is this job located?
This position is based at Menta Academy Oak Park, located at 605 S. Albany Ave., Chicago, IL.
What is the compensation for this role?
Specific salary information is not provided in the posting, but eligible certified Special Education Teachers may receive a negotiable sign-on bonus.
What qualifications are required for this teaching position?
Applicants must hold a Professional Educator's License (PEL) with LBS1 certification, or a PEL with Secondary Education and a desire to obtain LBS1 certification.
What is the work schedule for this position?
This is a full-time, in-office role following a traditional school calendar with hours from 6:45am to 2:15pm, Monday through Friday.
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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