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JCFS Chicago

Substitute Teacher

JCFS Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Purpose The Substitute Teacher works with individuals and small groups of K–12 students who have emotional and behavior disorders, including aggressive behaviors, in a therapeutic special education classroom when the regular teacher is absent. The Substitute Teacher supports the individualized and intensive educational program for students referred to our Therapeutic Day School from their home districts and reinforces a supportive, therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities

Substitute Teaching (Short-Term Absences)

Executes lesson plans in the primary teacher’s absence.

Works with individuals or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials.

Monitors students’ work, corrects papers, and provides other administrative support.

Communicates problems or special information.

Substitute Teaching (Long-Term Absences)

Develops and implements individualized curriculum and therapeutic programming in accordance with each student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

Completes a variety of tasks including weekly lesson plans, grade reports, IEP reports, surveys, and assessments.

Provides classroom management that considers the characteristics of and methodology for the student population.

Collaborates with team members to develop and execute an IEP-driven, multidisciplinary program for each student.

Student Safety

Provides constant supervision to ensure student safety at all times.

Effectively manages and intervenes in disruptive student behavior, both verbal and physical.

Maintains records and writes agency-required behavioral reports promptly.

Maintains ongoing communication with all members of the interdisciplinary team to achieve social and educational benefits for the student.

Traits

Able to be flexible and shift gears quickly based on changing priorities.

Independent with sound professional judgment and the ability to establish and maintain boundaries.

Demonstrated ability to remain calm in high‑stress situations while maintaining a supportive demeanor.

Strong desire to work with students who have not achieved success in the public/private educational system.

Efficient and effective time‑management skills.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

Valid ISBE Substitute License.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.

Completion of Collaborative Problem‑Solving training, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, and UKERU training (agency provided).

Experience with the Chicago Public School electronic IEP systems is preferred.

Experience working with students with special education needs is preferred.

What You’ll Love About Us

Time off: Paid vacation days, sick days, federal holidays, and Jewish holidays.

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with base contribution and match; additional health and wellness benefits, tuition reimbursement, 6 weeks paid parental leave, and more.

Job Category: Union.

Minimum Starting Compensation: $52,000 per year.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Education and Training

Industries Civic and Social Organizations

JCFS Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. JCFS Chicago provides a reasonable accommodation to those who need assistance in completing this application. JCFS Chicago is committed to serving the needs of the diverse Chicago metropolitan area. Accredited by COA, Charter member of CWLA, licensed by DCFS.

Please visit us at http://www.jcfs.org

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