Elementary Special Education Teacher — Transforming Lives

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Telehealth and virtual counseling

Life & Disability Insurance

401k Retirement

Job summary

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education seeks a Special Education Teacher to lead instructional planning for elementary students with IEPs in a learning center or classroom. You will design dynamic, personalized learning experiences, integrate technology, and craft comprehensive lesson plans aligned with state standards.

Role requires collaboration with staff and families, delivering differentiated instruction, and maintaining progress reports.

Qualifications

• Requires IL PEL certification or in process.
• Experience with curriculum development and differentiation.
• Experience in alternative/special education settings preferred.
• IEP experience and collaboration with teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead instructional process for elementary students with IEPs.
• Deliver targeted instruction and create lesson plans.
• Collaborate in co-teaching environments to meet IEP goals.
• Develop and implement individualized education plans and interventions.
• Track progress and maintain student records.
• Maintain safe, organized classroom environment and PBIS practices.

Skills

Special Education

Behavioral disorders

Learning disabilities

Crisis intervention

IEP knowledge

Classroom instruction

Classroom management

Alternative education

At-risk students

PBIS

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Lesson planning

Problem solving

Decision making

Computer skills

Elementary education

Education

Bachelors in Education

PEL credential (IL professional educator)

LBS1 credential (IL Behavior Specialist)

Crisis Prevention Institute

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database entry

Job description

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education seeks a Special Education Teacher to lead instructional planning for elementary students with IEPs in a learning center or classroom. You will design dynamic, personalized learning experiences, integrate technology, and craft comprehensive lesson plans aligned with state standards.

Role requires collaboration with staff and families, delivering differentiated instruction, and maintaining progress reports.