ASD-Focused Special Education Teacher (Full-Time)

Ampersand Therapy; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Healthcare benefits

401(k) match

Licensing reimbursements

Mileage reimbursement

W-2 employment

Liability insurance

Referral bonuses

Volunteer time

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy is hiring dedicated Special Education Teachers for the 2026–2027 school year in Maywood, IL. This full-time position serves an elementary self-contained classroom with students diagnosed with ASD.

Schedule is Monday through Friday with an ASAP start. Candidates must hold a valid Illinois PEL with LBS1 endorsement, complete fingerprinting/background checks, and demonstrate strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills in an inclusive, student-centered

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois PEL with LBS1 endorsement.
• Fingerprinting and background check required before start.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Passion for inclusive education and student-centered practices.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Illinois PEL with LBS1 endorsement

Job description

Ampersand Therapy is hiring dedicated Special Education Teachers for the 2026–2027 school year in Maywood, IL. This full-time position serves an elementary self-contained classroom with students diagnosed with ASD.

Schedule is Monday through Friday with an ASAP start. Candidates must hold a valid Illinois PEL with LBS1 endorsement, complete fingerprinting/background checks, and demonstrate strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills in an inclusive, student-centered