Who we are
Lawrence Hall is a Chicago-based nonprofit social services agency providing therapeutic, wellness, and skill-building programs to youth, families, and neighborhoods affected by trauma.
Our Therapeutic Day School serves CPS-referred youth ages 5-22 with emotional, intellectual, or learning challenges. We provide personalized, IEP-driven instruction paired with therapeutic arts to promote skill mastery and engagement. With a 90%+ graduation rate and multiple awards, we prepare students for academic and career success.
About the Role
Be the steady presence a student needs. As a Special Education Teacher, you will create a supportive, trauma-informed classroom where youth can grow academically and socially. You'll develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs), monitor student progress, and provide guidance that promotes healing and resilience. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with families, staff, and other professionals to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and update IEPs for assigned students.
- Deliver evidence-based academic and social-emotional instruction.
- Monitor and assess student progress using formative and summative evaluations.
- Maintain a therapeutic classroom environment that promotes healing and resists re-traumatization.
- Collaborate with families, caregivers, and multidisciplinary teams to support student growth.
- Document student progress, maintain accurate records, and participate in staff meetings and professional development.
Compensation, Benefits & Perks
We care about the well-being of our employees and are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that includes:
- Salary: $55,000-$60,000/year, based on experience.
- 7+weeks vacation + 9 holidays
- Small pupil/teacher ratio
- Creative curriculum
- Medical insurance - HMO and PPO options
- Dental insurance - HMO and PPO options
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with up to 5% employer match and auto-vesting
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Medical and Dependent Care
- Pre-tax Commuter benefits - Parking and Transit
- 100% employer-paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Children
- Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 100% employer- paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free counseling and life resources
- Wellness Reimbursement Program
- Employee Referral Bonus up to $1,500
- Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for licensed employees
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
How to Apply
Submit your application here. We look forward to learning more about you!
