Elementary SPED Teacher | K–2 | Illinois

Clarifi Staffing Solutions; Hinsdale (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarifi Staffing Solutions is seeking a dedicated K–2 Special Education Teacher for LOA coverage in Illinois for the 2026–2027 school year. This 35-hour/week position supports a small group of students in a self-contained setting with some general education participation and paraprofessional support.

The ideal candidate will plan individually, implement IEP goals, adapt lessons for varied needs, and partner with general education teachers, related service providers, families, and classroom staff

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois PEL required.
• LBS1 endorsement required.
• Special Education teaching certification appropriate for K–2.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Special Education or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized instruction based on IEP goals.
• Support approximately four students in a self-contained classroom with paraprofessional assistance.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, related service providers, families and staff.
• Maintain a positive and structured classroom environment.

Skills

Classroom management

IEP implementation

Collaboration

Adapt instruction

Education

LBS1 endorsement

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education

Illinois PEL

Job description

K–2 Special Education Teacher | LOA Coverage | Illinois | 2026–2027

Make Every Day Count for Young Learners

Are you a Special Education Teacher who enjoys creating structured, supportive classrooms for students with diverse learning needs?

Join an Illinois elementary school as a temporary Special Education Teacher supporting young learners in grades K–2 who require individualized and specialized educational services.

This 35-hour-per-week position begins August 11, 2026, and is scheduled through September 23, 2026, with the possibility of an extension. The teacher will support approximately four students with multiple needs in a primarily self-contained classroom. Some students will participate in general education settings for part of the school day, with paraprofessional support available.

What You’ll Bring

The ideal candidate will be prepared to provide individualized instruction, implement IEP goals, adapt lessons to varied learning needs, and maintain a positive classroom structure. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential for collaborating with general education teachers, related service providers, families, and classroom support staff.

Requirements

1. Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL).
2. LBS1 (Learning Behavior Specialist 1) endorsement required.
3. Special Education teaching certification appropriate for the assignment.
4. Bachelor’s degree or higher in Special Education, Education, or a related field.

Benefits