Dynamic Special Education Teacher – IEP Leader & PBIS Pro

Point Quest, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

CEU, license, and tuition reimbursemen

Spread pay option

Paid sick time

Life/short-term disability insurance

Job summary

Point Quest Group is seeking a Special Education Teacher to lead a classroom for students with diverse learning needs in Chicago, IL. You will develop and implement IEPs, adapt curricula, and supervise paraprofessionals, while partnering with families and staff to support each student's growth.

Requirements include a valid Special Education teaching certificate and a degree in Education; degree emphasis on Special Education is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have valid teaching certificate with a Special Education endorsement.
• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree strongly preferred in Special Education.
• DOJ/FBI Live Scan background and TB clearance may be required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans with accommodations aligned to IEP goals and state standards.
• Adapt general education curriculum to meet individual student needs.
• Implement and manage PBIS program, including behavior tracking and parent communication.
• Supervise and direct paraprofessionals assigned to your classroom.
• Attend and lead IEP meetings; write updates and maintain compliant documentation.
• Conduct assessments and track student progress toward IEP goals.
• Collaborate with related service providers, families, and outside agencies.
• Support implementation of assistive technology and augmentative communication devices.

Skills

Classroom management

IEP collaboration

Adapt instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in Special Education

Job description

Point Quest Group is seeking a Special Education Teacher to lead a classroom for students with diverse learning needs in Chicago, IL. You will develop and implement IEPs, adapt curricula, and supervise paraprofessionals, while partnering with families and staff to support each student's growth.

Requirements include a valid Special Education teaching certificate and a degree in Education; degree emphasis on Special Education is strongly preferred.