Case Manager
Chicago Public SchoolsChicago, Illinois, United States
Posted April 14, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
The Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has set ambitious goals to ensure that every child—in every school and every neighborhood—has access to a world-class learning experience from birth, resulting in graduation from high school college- and career-ready.
Job Description
The Case Manager position is responsible for fulfilling various responsibilities related to special education and Section 504 compliance in the Chicago Public Schools. The position requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in special education or educational administration, a valid Professional Educator License, and two or more years of experience in special education. The Case Manager will work closely with administrators, staff, and parents to ensure that students with disabilities receive high-quality educational services and support.
Requirements
- Completion of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in special education or educational administration
- A valid Professional Educator License (PEL) in one of the following areas: Special Education (PK-Age 21) endorsement or School Support Personnel endorsement with a supervisory endorsement
- Two or more years of experience in special education
- Expertise in special education curriculum and service provision
- Knowledge of general education curriculum
- Demonstrated understanding of the individual needs of students with disabilities from a variety of language and cultural backgrounds
- Strong knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding the delivery of special education and related services
- Knowledge and understanding of CPS resources
- Knowledge of intervention and assessment strategies for disabled and non-disabled students
- Knowledge of multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS or RTI)
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, staff, students, parents, governmental and community agencies, and employers
- Ability to problem-solve, work on a team, use data to guide work, and clearly communicate to multiple stakeholders
- Demonstrated expertise in customer service, consensus building, and use of problem solving skills and strong written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
Benefits
- Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
- Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
- Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life