Special Education Teacher - Chicago, Illinois

Make a meaningful impact in special education by serving as a full-time IEP Coordinator in a contract position located near Chicago, IL. In this important role, you’ll guide the IEP process for students, acting as a vital liaison between families, multidisciplinary teams, and school staff. With a dedicated 30-hour workweek and no direct instructional duties, you'll be able to fully focus on case management and compliance, ensuring every student’s needs are supported efficiently and compassionately.

Desired Qualifications:

• Active Special Education certification required; Birth–21 certification preferred, but all Special Education certifications considered
• Experience in similar roles—Case Manager, IEP Coordinator, ARD Facilitator, or other Special Education support positions
• Familiarity with Embrace and Chicago Public Schools (CPS) IEP systems strongly preferred
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Effective communicator, adept at bridging families and educational teams
• Ability to manage deadlines, coordinate multiple priorities, and maintain thorough documentation

Core Responsibilities:

• Schedule and facilitate IEP meetings for students receiving special education services
• Serve as primary coordinator of communication among families, school staff, and related service providers
• Maintain accurate, compliant IEP documentation within established timelines
• Oversee student records and ensure adherence with all special education processes
• Collaborate with district staff to uphold compliance with state and federal requirements
• Utilize district-specific IEP platforms to systematically manage documentation and workflow
• Support case management functions to ensure exceptional support and execution of procedures

This full-time opportunity is ideal for detail-oriented professionals who thrive in a collaborative educational setting and are passionate about advocating for students with special needs. If you’re ready to drive positive change through expert IEP coordination and case management, apply today and help ensure every student receives the support they deserve.

Compensation for this position ranges from $33.05 to $53.05. 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.