Travel Special Education Teacher in Melrose Park, IL

Apply

Job Details

Location Melrose Park, IL
Discipline Special Education Teacher
Date Posted May 13, 2026

Job Description

Step into an exciting travel position as a Self-Contained Special Education Teacher and take your career to new placesliterally and professionally. Traveling for work not only brings adventure and variety to your life, but also offers you the opportunity to receive non-taxable stipends, expert travel assistance, premium compensation, healthcare benefits, and 401(k) matching. You'll enjoy the reassurance of job security while making a meaningful impact on students lives in new communities, all while gaining invaluable real-world experience.

Located near Melrose Park, IL, this role brings you just outside of the vibrant heart of Chicago. Here, youll experience the cultural richness of the cityfamous for its food scene, architecture, and artswhile working in a welcoming school environment. Adventuring in Chicago on your days off means exploring scenic parks, enjoying live music, and savoring incredible local flavors, making every day a new opportunity for discovery.

Professionally, youll be immersed in diverse teaching methods and leadership styles, expanding your toolbox and broadening your resume with each new assignment. Exposure to various classroom strategies and student needs sharpens your expertise, helping you grow into an even more versatile educator. Embrace the chance to build lifelong connections with colleagues and students while evolving your skills in a supportive, dynamic setting.

What Youll Bring:

  • LBS1 endorsement (required)
  • Experience or comfort teaching in self-contained programs strongly preferred
  • Dedication to supporting elementary and/or middle school students with special needs
  • Adaptability and a passion for making a difference in diverse environments

Role Highlights:

  • Full-time, 5 days per week
  • Caseloads differ; self-contained classrooms
  • Opportunity to work with both elementary and middle school age groups
  • Collaborate with other professionals to implement individualized education plans
  • Create supportive, engaging learning experiences for all students

Perks & Benefits:

  • Highly competitive compensation with weekly pay
  • Comprehensive insurance: medical, dental, vision, and life
  • 401(k) matching program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Dedicated travel support and non-taxable stipends

Ready to take your next step? Apply now and transform your teaching journey into a rewarding adventure!

Compensation for this position ranges from $25.00 to $65.00. 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.

Sunbelt is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. No question on the website is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment on any basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

Application

  • No File Uploaded
    File size too large. Try Again

    We accept .doc, .docx, .txt, .rtf, .pdf, or .pdf and must be no larger than 3MB.

This website uses cookies for audience measurements and advertising purposes. You can learn more about our use of cookies and configure your browser settings in order to avoid cookies by clicking here. By navigating this website, you agree to our use of cookies.