The Cove School is a preschool that blends mindfulness with social‑emotional learning to nurture intrinsic motivation, flow, and a love of learning in young children. Its core offerings include early childhood education, child development programs, and parenting support, all designed around the principles of mindfulness. The school distinguishes itself by fostering values such as connection, courage, generosity, grace, integrity, and passion, which collectively promote wholehearted living. This holistic approach creates a nurturing environment that encourages children to thrive both academically and emotionally.
Open Positions
2026 - 2027 Art Therapist
M.A. in Art Therapy required. Previous experience working with special education students with significant learning disabilities preferred
2026 - 2027 Music Therapist
B.A. in Music Therapy, Music Therapy Certification, and experience working with special education students
2026-2027 School Nurse
State of Illinois licensed registered professional nurse (RPN), Certification in First Aid, CPR/AED, Computer Literacy
2026-2027 Cove Career Center Principal
Master’s degree, leadership experience, and special education experience required
2026 - 2027 Part TIme Speech and Language Pathologist
Master's degree, Illinois State Licensed Speech/Language Pathologist, and Illinois Type 73 School Service Personnel OR Professional Educator License required
School Psychologist
Illinois Professional Educator License with School Psychologist endorsement and experience working with special education students
2026 - 2027 Instructional Assistant/Paraprofessional
B.A./B.S. degree and State of Illinois paraprofessional or substitute license required
Transition Job Coach
Minimum bachelor's degree. Illinois Substitute License or Professional Educator License preferred
2026 - 2027 LBS1 Special Education Teacher/Case Manager
B.A./B.S. in Education with Illinois LBS1 teaching license or LBS1 endorsement, experience working with students with learning disabilities, masters degree in education and special education preferred
2026 - 2027 School Social Worker
Masters Degree in Social Work, Illinois School Services Personnel Certificate, and experience working with special education students with significant learning disabilities