Elementary Special Education Teacher – Immediate Interviewing!

Clarifi Staffing Solutions; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarifi Staffing Solutions seeks an Elementary Special Education Teacher for 4th and 5th grades in Illinois for the 2026–2027 academic year. The role focuses on individualized instruction and collaborating with teachers, service providers, administrators, and families to implement IEPs and foster an inclusive classroom culture.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's in Special Education and a valid Illinois Professional Educator License with LBS1 endorsement, plus strong communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Special Education required.
• IL Professional Educator License (PEL) with LBS1 endorsement required.
• Experience in a school-based SPED setting valued.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialized instruction aligned to IEP goals.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers, service providers, and families to implement IEPs.
• Monitor progress and adjust instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Foster an inclusive classroom culture that supports student achievement.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Organization

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

IL PEL with LBS1 endorsement

Job description

Elementary Special Education Teacher (Grades 4–5) | Illinois | 2026–2027 Academic Year

Our organization is excited to partner with an Illinois school district in search of an exceptional Special Education Teacher to serve students in the 4th and 5th grades during the 2026–2027 school year. This is an excellent opportunity for an educator who believes every student deserves individualized support, meaningful learning experiences, and the opportunity to reach new milestones.

You’ll become an integral part of a collaborative educational community, providing specialized instruction that reflects each learner’s strengths, challenges, and goals. By working closely with classroom teachers, service providers, administrators, and families, you’ll help implement individualized education programs while creating a classroom culture built on inclusion, encouragement, and student achievement.

Success in this role comes from building engaging lessons, monitoring academic progress, adapting instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs, and fostering a positive environment where students feel empowered to participate, grow, and succeed every day.

Requirements

The ideal candidate possesses a bachelor’s degree or higher in Special Education and holds a valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBS1) endorsement. We welcome educators who bring excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills, along with a genuine passion for supporting students with exceptional learning needs. Previous experience in a school-based special education setting is valued and will contribute to success in this role.