Atlantis Academy·Chicago, Illinois
Deliver engaging mathematics instruction and develop comprehensive lesson plans tailored to the diverse needs of high school students in an alternative education setting. Collaborate with support staff and parents to track student progress and maintain a safe, structured learning environment.
🚩 Starting Salary: $55,000+ /year based on experience
🏫 Environment: Alternative Education Program, High School
👩🏻🏫 Teaching Specialty: Mathematics
Ombudsman Educational Services [https://careers.chancelight.com/ombudsman-educational-services/], a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a Math Teacher to join our award-winning Alternative Education team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!
If you're energized by a purposeful career, enjoy working in a collaborative, goal-driven environment, and possess exceptional problem-solving skills, a positive mindset, and an unwavering commitment to student growth — We Should Talk! 📲
As a Math Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the success of High School students by implementing proven instructional strategies aligned with ChanceLight Education methodologies and Ombudsman policies. Your role includes delivering targeted instruction, utilizing innovative curriculum resources, integrating educational software, and creating comprehensive lesson plans and schedules tailored to the diverse physical, emotional, and educational needs of each student, in alignment with state and school standards.
Ombudsman Educational Services [https://chancelight.com/locations/brands/ombudsman/] is a division of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education [https://chancelight.com], the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 50 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives!
At ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job, as a member of our team you'll receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment! Your path to a truly rewarding career starts here – where growth, empowerment, and collaboration define our culture; and every day is a Chance to transform lives through education!
If you're ready to start making lasting impacts on the lives of students and contribute to the creation of a brighter future — This Is Your Chance!
Join us and together, we can empower students to overcome challenges, build confidence and unlock their full potential!
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Requires a Bachelor's degree in education or a related field and a valid Illinois state professional educator (PEL) credential. Prior experience teaching high school math, specifically with at-risk students or in special education settings, is preferred.
Market context
Illinois schools regularly seek qualified math teachers, especially for middle and high school classrooms where staffing needs can be persistent. These roles are competitive because districts often look for strong content knowledge, classroom management, and any state-required certification or licensure. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your Illinois licensure path and tailor your application to the grade level and math subjects you can teach.