Special Ed Teacher - Chicago, Illinois

Inspire young learners and make a meaningful impact as a K-5 Resource Teacher! This contract opportunity offers you a chance to work in a dynamic school environment near Chicago, guiding elementary students who benefit from resource programming within the special education spectrum.

As a vital part of the educational team, you’ll deliver specialized instruction, intervention, and accommodations—empowering students to thrive within the general education setting. You will collaborate with educators and families to develop strategies for academic skill growth, support executive functioning, and help students achieve their Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals. The role combines both push-in and pull-out support models, ensuring students receive tailored guidance throughout the instructional day.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Valid Special Education Teacher certification.
• Experience or proficiency in delivering resource support to elementary age students (K-5).
• Familiarity with IEP development, implementation, and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of differentiated instruction and accommodations in a general education setting.
• Collaborative approach, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organizational skills to maintain records and track student progress effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement specialized instructional sessions to support grade-level curriculum access.
• Provide targeted academic support and develop executive functioning skills.
• Deliver individualized and small group instruction through push-in and pull-out models.
• Monitor and document student progress toward IEP goals, adjusting strategies as needed.
• Partner with teachers, staff, and families to ensure student needs are met consistently.
• Maintain compliance with all state and federal special education regulations.

Take this chance to foster academic growth, inclusion, and success for every learner. Apply today to positively shape students’ educational experiences in an inclusive and collaborative school setting!

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.