Grades K - 5 Grades 6 - 8 Special Education Teacher in Cicero, IL

Step into a dynamic teaching environment designed to empower both educators and students in the world of Special Education. This contract role focuses on supporting 9th- and 11th-grade students in Algebra I and Algebra II, utilizing a blend of self-contained and co-taught classrooms to maximize personalized learning.

Your instructional week will include five sections—three self-contained groups (with class sizes of 10 to 15 students) and two co-taught classes (about 26 students each), providing push-in support specifically for diverse learners in general education settings. Course material for self-contained and co-taught sections remains tightly aligned, streamlining your planning and ensuring curriculum consistency. Collaborate closely with general education colleagues to differentiate instruction, accommodate students with IEPs, and ensure an inclusive learning experience across every section.

As a part of your role, you will hold primary responsibility for developing and writing IEPs for an assigned caseload of approximately 15 students. The notable benefit: all operational case management—including compliance, meeting coordination, and related administrative duties—is overseen by a dedicated case manager, giving you more focused time for instruction, student progress monitoring, and collaboration.

Qualifications & Required Experience:

• Current Illinois Learning Behavior Specialist 1 (LBS1) credential
• Recent (minimum 2 years) experience teaching in a K-12 special education setting
• Demonstrated expertise in writing and implementing IEPs
• Strong collaborative skills and ability to differentiate mathematics instruction

Responsibilities:

• Deliver Algebra I and II instruction in both self-contained and co-taught settings
• Collaborate in instructional planning and differentiation
• Write and update IEPs for your caseload
• Participate in ongoing communication with general education teachers to support student success

Picture yourself thriving in a supportive, collaborative atmosphere with centralized case management and streamlined instructional schedules. Shape an impactful experience for students—apply today to bring your passion and expertise to this rewarding position!

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.