Specialized Education Services·Chicago, Illinois
The teacher will provide academic, social, and emotional support to students using evidence-based instructional models and data-driven plans. They are responsible for maintaining a safe classroom environment, tracking student progress, and collaborating with school teams and families.
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Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, is a premier provider of education services for K-12 students who require additional supports to overcome challenges that impede success in a traditional school setting.
SESI partners with school districts to run in-district classrooms and standalone schools that meet the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of special and alternative education students.
Partnering with over 600 school districts nationwide, SESI serves more than 7,000 students.
Join our team members who shine a positive light on our students and uncover the unique learner within.
Have a profound impact, grow, learn, and thrive as part of our team.
What you can expect from us.
Diverse career pathways, mobility up and across our national network, and ongoing professional and leadership development.
Paid training, tuition reimbursement, and credentialing support.
Data-driven, evidence-based learning and instructional models, including SESI’s own positive behavioral interventions and support (PBIS) framework called CASE.
An attractive and robust suite of benefits, including comprehensive healthcare benefits, 401(k) with employer match, employee assistance program, mental health support, fertility and family building, and more.
Smaller class sizes in diverse educational settings.
Realize the joy of possibility by providing academic, social, and emotional services for students who need additional support to shine in school. Utilize SESI’s proven instructional models, strategies, and curriculum. Conduct frequent and appropriate assessments, use data to develop and implement instructional plans, and collaborate with school teams and families to drive outcomes.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning; valid teaching certification preferred. Commitment to learning and implementing feedback. Ability to adapt and remain flexible in a dynamic educational environment.
USD $50,000.00 - USD $55,000.00 /Yr. Physical Requirements
Ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to 8 hours daily. Capacity to notice and respond to non-verbal cues from students. Capacity to remain calm and composed during physically and emotional demanding situations, ensuring student safety and well-being. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. A valid teaching certification is preferred, along with the ability to adapt to a dynamic educational environment.
Market context
Illinois classroom teacher roles are typically in steady demand, especially in districts seeking candidates who can support diverse student needs and communicate clearly with families and staff. This type of role is competitive because employers often look for classroom experience plus related backgrounds such as sociology, psychology, counseling, or education, and bilingual skills in English, Spanish, or Portuguese can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your resume to highlight public speaking experience and weekend availability if you have it.
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