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Thresholds

Community Support Specialist

Chicago, IL

$23.10 - $25.10/hr

Working as a Community Support Specialist is a unique learning opportunity. Through care planning ... systems. You will help clients strengthen daily living skills as you drive them to doctors ...

The Thresholds

Community Support Specialist

Chicago, IL

$23.10 - $25.10/hr

Working as a Community Support Specialist is a unique learning opportunity. Through care planning ... systems. You will help clients strengthen daily living skills as you drive them to doctors ...

Thresholds

Community Support Specialist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$51K - $55K/yr

Working as a Community Support Specialist is a unique learning opportunity. Through care planning ... systems. You will help clients strengthen daily living skills as you drive them to doctors ...

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How much do unique learning system jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for unique learning system in Chicago, IL is $38.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.99 and $48.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Unique Learning System position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Unique Learning System Specialist, you should have a background in education, curriculum development, and adaptive instructional strategies, supported by a relevant degree or teaching certification. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), data tracking tools, and digital curriculum platforms is typically required. Strong organizational skills, creativity, and the ability to communicate effectively with students, educators, and support staff are key soft skills in this position. These abilities are critical for designing and delivering personalized learning experiences that meet diverse student needs and achievement goals.

What are the typical responsibilities of a Unique Learning System Specialist in a school setting?

A Unique Learning System Specialist is responsible for implementing adaptive curriculum solutions, training teachers on proper usage, and providing ongoing support to ensure students' learning needs are met. They analyze student data, tailor instructional plans, and collaborate with special education teams and classroom teachers to maximize educational outcomes. Daily tasks may involve troubleshooting software issues, conducting workshops, and developing resource materials. This collaborative and support-oriented role directly impacts both teacher efficacy and student success.

What is a Unique Learning System job?

A Unique Learning System (ULS) job typically involves working with a cloud-based special education curriculum designed for students with diverse learning needs. Professionals in these roles may include educators, curriculum specialists, or instructional aides who implement and customize ULS materials to support individualized learning. Responsibilities often include lesson planning, progress monitoring, and adapting instructional strategies to meet students' needs. These jobs are commonly found in special education classrooms, therapy settings, and educational organizations focused on differentiated instruction.

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Infographic showing various Unique Learning System job openings in Chicago, IL as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,883 per year, or $38.4 per hour.
Student Mobility Lead

Student Mobility Lead

Chicago Public Schools

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is a district on the rise, serving over 325,000 students in 500+ schools and employing over 45,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. Aligned with our transformed philosophy, we are steadfastly focused on ensuring that the District provides resources equitably to support every student, every school, and every community. Six core values guide the work we do every day for our students - student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning. Each role in the district supports our vision that every student deserves a rigorous, joyful, and equitable learning experience.
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is a district on the rise, serving over 325,000 students in 500+ schools and employing over 45,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. Aligned with our transformed philosophy, we are steadfastly focused on ensuring that the District provides resources equitably to support every student, every school, and every community. Six core values guide the work we do every day for our students - student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning. Each role in the district supports our vision that every student deserves a rigorous, joyful, and equitable learning experience.
The Options Network oversees the CPS Options schools, which are designed to be a unique learning model for students who are not engaged in a traditional high school and seek an alternative pathway to graduation that leads to college and career success. Students with the highest mobility rates are concentrated in the district's Options Schools. The system of supports for Options schools' students includes immediate ways to identify students who are mobile, and deploy and monitor outreach and supports for these students. Additionally, related policies, procedures, and resource allocations are continually evaluated and improved to meet the realities of these students as well as the schools that serve them.
Reporting to the Deputy Chief of Option Network, the Student Mobility Lead is responsible for the coordination and continuous improvement of processes, systems and policies that ensure cohesive, responsive support for highly mobile students, who are concentrated in Options Schools. This role works within the Options Network within the Office of Network Support and is the primary data owner and policy resource, responsible for monitoring and training the High School Transition Specialists on policy implementation, and facilitating the re-engagement and re-enrollment of inactive and transferring Options students.
The Student Mobility Lead, will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:
  • Lead collaboration with Options Schools to develop processes, systems, and structures for implementation, monitoring and accountability of success of transitioning students.
  • Lead and coordinate the day-to-day implementation of the Options Transfer policy, including serving as the business owner for the Options Transfer module in Aspen, maintaining all external materials, and CPS website pages and links related to the Options Transfer Process are up to date.
  • Design, develop, and deliver comprehensive annual training on the Options Enrollment Policy and Procedures to the five high school Transition Specialists and support the development of network-wide training for non-Options schools.
  • Monitor and report on Transition Specialists' adherence to the Options Enrollment Process, ensuring alignment with overall student mobility strategies, providing direct support for challenges that impede the transfer process involving Options Schools.
  • Collaboratively develop contingency plans with Networks to ensure the timely processing of all transfer requests during Transition Specialist absences and/or vacancies
  • Lead collaboration with Options Schools to develop systems for successful implementation, monitoring, and accountability of transitioning students.
  • Lead collaborative data analysis efforts to identify district, network, and school-level mobility trends to be shared regularly with Transition Specialists and Network leaders to inform best practices and strategies for support.
  • Facilitate the strategic identification, planning, and design of solutions to identify data trends and address systemic gaps in policies, in mandatory partnership with Network leadership.
  • Serve as the project manager for the development and implementation of systems and policies that increase streamlined, cohesive support for highly mobile students and those with enrollment gaps.
  • Lead required collaboration with ITS, Policy, and ONS to troubleshoot and modify IT infrastructure tools related to the Options Transfer Process.
  • Lead student re-engagement and transition efforts for all previously enrolled, inactive Options students; Utilize mobility data to identify high-potential students, conduct outreach, and provide support for successful re-enrollment at a best-fit Options School.
  • Serve as the Network student advocate for all Options-to-Options school transfers. This includes facilitating communication and coordinating next steps between the student, family, and potential receiving Options school(s) to secure a successful fit and enrollment.
  • Serve as the Options Network's internal re-engagement and support specialist, proactively partnering with key staff, including the Juvenile Justice Team and SEL Specialists, to ensure that transferring or inactive students are receiving the necessary individualized supports and resources to successfully enroll and thrive in an Options High School.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve administrative and systemic challenges related to Options student enrollment and transfers (e.g., release issues, data flags, records disputes) to ensure timely and immediate enrollment into an Options School.
  • Other duties as assigned.

In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Student Mobility Lead must possess the following qualifications:
Education Required:
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university is required
  • Master's degree preferred

Experience Required:
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience supervising staff and/or implementing complex processes and/or programs is required
  • Project management experience is preferred.
  • Experience building and scaling systems and structures within an educational environment is preferred.
  • Experience working in a high school setting is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Ability to lead inclusive decision-making processes with a diverse (age, race, positional power) group of stakeholders
  • Knowledge of youth development and/or education best practices
  • Relentless commitment to equity; understanding of how systems and structures in our education system have impacted disparities in educational outcomes for students
  • Ability to synthesize diverse opinions and viewpoints into a unified vision and plan
  • Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to manage both a big picture vision while also staying aware of details and deadlines
  • Understanding of data-driven decision-making
  • Ability to facilitate decision-making processes

Conditions of Employment
As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:
  • Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district. The Chicago residency requirement does not apply to temporary/part-time positions; however, all CPS employees must be residents of Illinois.

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