Special Education Teacher - Belmont Campus - SY 25/26

Intrinsic Schools•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Intrinsic Schools is a public charter network committed to reimagining secondary education so that every student is prepared for postsecondary success and meaningful, world-changing endeavors. We believe deeply in the potential of our students and in the power of great teaching, strong relationships, and intentional use of technology to personalize learning. Our model prioritizes both academic excellence and the development of essential non-cognitive skills such as empathy, independence, perseverance, and intellectual curiosity. Intrinsic serves diverse student communities across two campuses: Belmont (grades 7–12) and Downtown (grades 9–12). Our student population is 90% students of color, 86% eligible for free or reduced lunch, and 19% students with disabilities. We view this diversity as a strength and seek educators who are committed to equity, inclusion, and high expectations for all learners. The Special Education Teacher provides special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to student ability levels. Work in self contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education from an accredited institution
Valid LBS1 license required
Experience working with children with a wide range of disabilities
Ability to create IEPs
Strong knowledge of current special education topics and methodologies
Comfort using educational technology tools, with curiosity and willingness to learn about emerging tools, including AI
A patient, resourceful, and resilient personality
Ability to build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with students, families, and colleagues
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated professionalism, including punctuality, preparedness, accountability, follow-through, and effective collaboration
Ability to consistently meet daily and weekly deadlines that support high-quality instruction and team success
Strong work ethic, reflective mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement

Nice To Haves

MS is a plus

Responsibilities

Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEPs for each student assigned
Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and shows written evidence of preparation as required
Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, social, medical, and personal needs of students
Keep informed of and complies with federal, state, district, and school regulations and policies for special education teachers
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required
Maintain confidentiality
Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed, and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments
Analyze student progress data to inform instruction, interventions, and flexible groupings
Provide students with clear, timely, and actionable feedback that supports growth and mastery
Uphold Intrinsic’s student culture by consistently enforcing expectations outlined in the Student Code of Conduct
Serve as an advisor by mentoring a group of students, facilitating daily advisory lessons, and conducting individual conferences to monitor academic and social-emotional progress
Design and lead a C Day club aligned to personal interests and student engagement
Support student learning beyond the classroom through weekly office hours and targeted academic support
Engage actively in instructional coaching cycles, including data analysis, observation, feedback, video reflection, and practice
Participate in school-wide professional development, POD planning, grade-level and content-area meetings, and data-driven instruction meetings
Participate in school events and host student-led conferences