Special Education Teacher → 26/27 SY
Ombudsman Educational ServicesChicago, Illinois, United States
Posted April 3, 2026
60000 - 60000 USD
Ombudsman Educational Services delivers customized alternative education programs for students with risk factors that hinder success in traditional schools. Since 1975, the organization has served more than 250,000 students, offering personalized instruction, dropout recovery and prevention, credit recovery, and intensive academic intervention across K‑12, including special‑education and high‑school transition support. As a division of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, the school integrates behavioral health and educational services to create a holistic, judgment‑free environment that empowers students to achieve high‑school diplomas and build independent futures. The organization emphasizes small class sizes, teacher autonomy, and professional development, fostering a collaborative culture that supports educators’ growth while maintaining work‑life balance.
Ombudsman Educational Services is seeking a Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 School Year. The teacher will lead the instructional process for High School students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) in an Alternative Education Program. Responsibilities include creating an inclusive environment, implementing PBIS strategies, tracking student progress, and adapting instruction to meet diverse student needs.
Ombudsman Educational Services delivers customized alternative education programs for students with risk factors that hinder success in traditional schools. Since 1975, the organization has served more than 250,000 students, offering personalized instruction, dropout recovery and prevention, credit recovery, and intensive academic intervention across K‑12, including special‑education and high‑school transition support. As a division of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, the school integrates behavioral health and educational services to create a holistic, judgment‑free environment that empowers students to achieve high‑school diplomas and build independent futures. The organization emphasizes small class sizes, teacher autonomy, and professional development, fostering a collaborative culture that supports educators’ growth while maintaining work‑life balance.