Elementary Special Education Teacher

Cross Country Education; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) match

35-hour workweek

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Cross Country Education is seeking a Special Education Teacher in Schaumburg, IL to provide individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals. You will collaborate with teachers, families, and school teams to support inclusive classrooms and address diverse learning needs.

Responsibilities include monitoring progress, documenting IEP data, and applying evidence-based instructional and behavioral strategies.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing IEPs and differentiating instruction.
• Collaborative service delivery with teachers, families, and school teams.
• Ability to monitor progress and maintain IEP documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction and accommodations aligned with IEPs.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and families to support inclusive classrooms.
• Monitor progress, maintain IEP data, and use evidence-based strategies.
• Support behavior plans and participate in professional development.

Skills

IEP implementation

Differentiated instruction

Collaborative service delivery

Education

Bachelor’s degree

PEL with LBS1 endorsement

Job description

Help build inclusive classrooms where students can thrive and discover their potential! Cross Country Education is seeking a Special Education Teacher in Schaumburg, IL to provide individualized instruction and support while partnering with teachers, families, and school teams to help students succeed.

Position Overview

• Provide specialized instruction, accommodations, and curriculum modifications to students with disabilities in alignment with IEP goals and services across Pre-K–8 settings.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, families, administrators, related service providers, and instructional assistants to support inclusive instruction and students’ least restrictive environment.
• Monitor student progress, maintain accurate IEP documentation and data, and use evidence-based instructional, behavioral, and assistive technology strategies to address individual learning needs.
• Support the implementation of behavior plans and participate in ongoing professional development related to special education, inclusive practices, and child development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid Professional Educator License (PEL) with LBS1 endorsement
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs through IEP implementation, differentiated instruction, accommodations/modifications, and collaborative service delivery

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn $40.00 - $52.30per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Special Education Teacher, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to supportlong-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a guaranteed 35-hour workweek and paid sick leave.

Ready to make a difference? Learn more about Cross Country Education:

www.crosscountry.com/education

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.