Special Education Teacher in Chicago, IL

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Job Description

Make a meaningful difference in students' lives by providing essential special education services in a dynamic elementary environment near Chicago, IL. This contract opportunity focuses on delivering cross-categorical instructional programming for 4th-grade students, ensuring that every learner receives educational experiences tailored to their unique academic, behavioral, communication, adaptive, and functional needs.

Your expertise will help align instruction with grade-level standards while giving targeted attention to each student's IEP goals and specialized supports. Youll have the consistent backing of a dedicated program aide, with additional 1:1 support staff according to student needs, creating a collaborative and resource-rich classroom.

Key qualifications include:

• Valid and current Special Education teaching certification (Illinois Professional Educator License, LBS1 endorsement preferred)
• Experience supporting students with diverse needs, including behavioral, adaptive, and communication challenges
• Strong understanding of IEP development, implementation, and progress monitoring
• Familiarity with structured teaching, visual and sensory supports, and behavioral/social-emotional intervention strategies
• Effective collaboration skills to work with related service providers, support staff, and families

Role responsibilities:

• Deliver tailored instruction to 4th-grade learners with diverse abilities
• Develop, monitor, and document progress on individualized IEP goals
• Implement structured classroom supports (visual, behavioral, sensory, and communication interventions)
• Work closely with aides, 1:1 staff, and service providers throughout the instructional day
• Foster an inclusive, supportive, and engaging classroom environment

This contract assignment offers an excellent professional opportunity in a supportive educational setting. Experience the rewards of helping each student achieve their fullest potential.

If you are passionate about providing high-quality special education services and ready to embrace a collaborative, impactful role, submit your application today. Propel your career while positively shaping students lives.

Compensation for this position ranges from $25.00 to $45.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.