Elementary Special Education Teacher — Innovative Alt Ed Leader

Ombudsman Educational Services; Leland (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vis​

FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling

Company Paid Life & Disability

401k Retirement Saving Plan

Paid Time Off

School Hours and Paid Holidays

Opportunities for Growth

And So Much More

Job summary

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher for our elementary learning center. The role focuses on delivering individualized instruction to students with IEPs, using innovative resources and PBIS-driven classroom practices.

You will develop comprehensive lesson plans, track progress, and collaborate with families and staff to support at‑risk students. This position is based in an on‑site school setting and aligns with state standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in education, special education or a closely related field.
• Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining an IL professional educator (PEL) credential.
• Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining an IL learning behavior specialist (LBS1) credential.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in crisis management training.
• Experience with curriculum development, differentiation and instruction; preferably in an alternative, special education or behavioral health program.

Responsibilities

• Lead instructional process for Elementary School students with IEPs, designing personalized learning experiences.
• Deliver targeted instruction using innovative curriculum resources and educational software.
• Create comprehensive lesson plans and schedules aligned to state standards and IEP goals.
• Track student progress, maintain files, and generate reports on achievements and activities.
• Provide differentiated instruction solo or in co‑teaching to meet IEP goals.
• Adapt curricular content to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Engage families and collaborate with staff to support student growth.

Skills

Special Education

IEP Knowledge

PBIS

Differentiated Instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Educational software

Job description

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education seeks a dedicated Special Education Teacher for our elementary learning center. The role focuses on delivering individualized instruction to students with IEPs, using innovative resources and PBIS-driven classroom practices.

You will develop comprehensive lesson plans, track progress, and collaborate with families and staff to support at‑risk students. This position is based in an on‑site school setting and aligns with state standards.