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Special Education Apprentice

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Acero Charter Schools, Inc.·Chicago, Illinois

$42,629 - $45,129/yrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 3 days ago

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The apprentice supports teachers in delivering high-quality instruction and implementing individualized learning plans to meet student needs. They also foster positive relationships with students and families while maintaining classroom management standards.

OVERVIEW Reports to

  • Principal
  • Salary:
  • Salary range: $42,629 - $45,129 with full benefits
  • Location: Chicago, IL WE ARE ACERO Acero Schools apprentices support our teachers in realizing that success is built on relationships - with students, families and colleagues. Apprentices wholeheartedly believe that all students can learn and focus their work on student learning by being relentless and resilient in their pursuit of students' academic growth. Our apprentices gain skills to become teachers by supporting the delivery of high quality instruction led by the classroom teacher using proven educational models for social-emotional learning, personalized learning, and data-driven differentiated instruction in a culturally-sensitive manner. JOIN OUR TEAM A team of driven individuals who contribute to, respect and serve in our communities. A team of professional collaborators leading students and supporting their educational paths. A team who embodies the values of achievement, community, equity, resilience and optimism. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure high academic standards, set goals and do what it takes to achieve them. Support curriculum, instruction, and individualized learning plans to meet individual student needs. Develop positive relationships with students. Develop positive relationships with families for the purpose of creating a support for students and their growth. Support classroom management in a respectful manner that is consistent with the school wide rules and Acero Schools Student Code of Conduct. Collaborate with instructional leaders. Clearly and accurately communicate with administration, colleagues, students, parents, and larger academic community to improve academic outcomes for all students. Exhibit professionalism, leadership, and personal responsibility for daily work and attendance, personal appearance, student learning, and school success. Demonstrate collegial behavior and make positive contributions to the school community. Believe in our ability to create the future we envision.

Qualifications

Education: 60 Credit Hours of Higher Education (preferred) Be able to demonstrate the academic progress of students under your leadership and articulate the methods used to achieve those results Possess valid Illinois Paraprofessional Educator License (PARA) or equivalent (required) Residency in Chicago not required Must be authorized to work in the United States (required) COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: At Acero Schools, we offer a competitive compensation package designed to attract and retain top talent. BENEFITS SUMMARY: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for all full time employees, including but not limited to Medical Insurance, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Short & Long-Term Disability, 401k & Chicago Teachers’ Pension Fund. COMPENSATION SUMMARY: Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS The nature of the work requires an ability to operate standard business office equipment, collect, compile and prepare work documents, set-up and maintain work files, and an ability to communicate and exchange information. Physical demands include the ability to stand, bend, reach high and low, stoop, and walk around the classroom 60% of the day. In addition, candidates must be able to lift and/or push and pull 15 to 20 lbs. for short periods of time, and walk up and down stairs several times a day. Majority of work is performed in a general school environment. The role may require participation and attendance at organization-sponsored events and meetings, in accordance with the terms in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) and Acero. NOTE: The foregoing list of essential duties and responsibilities is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Acero Schools is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals. Acero Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. www.aceroschools.org

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid Illinois Paraprofessional Educator License (PARA) or equivalent. A minimum of 60 credit hours of higher education is preferred, and the candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

  • associate degree
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Collaboration
  • Classroom Management
  • Student Assessment
  • Instructional Support
  • Special Education
  • Curriculum Support
  • Personalized Learning
  • Social-emotional Learning
  • Data-driven Instruction

Benefits

  • Paid Holidays
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Paid Time Off
  • Medical Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability
  • 401k
  • Chicago Teachers’ Pension Fund

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$42,629 - $45,129/yr
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Posted
Aug 25, 2026
Closes
Aug 25, 2027
Application
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Acero Charter Schools, Inc.

Acero is a top-performing Chicago public charter school network. Acero Schools hires professionals who embody our values of achievement, community, equity, resilience, and optimism to inspire and empower our students. With some of the highest salaries for new teachers and one of...

IndustryPrimary and Secondary Education
TypeEducational
Size501-1,000 employees
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