Full-Time Self-Contained SPED Teacher

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

Job summary

Clarifi Staffing Solutions is seeking a Special Education Teacher for an Illinois school setting serving students with autism in a self-contained classroom. The role runs full-time from 8:30 AM to 3:40 PM in Bridgeview, IL, with a focus on structured routines and individualized IEP-driven instruction.

The ideal candidate holds an active IL PEL with SPED endorsement, a degree in Special Education or related field, and experience with autism or significant support needs.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with SPED endorsement.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Special Education or related field.
• Experience with students with autism or in self-contained classrooms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver instruction tailored to students’ individual abilities, educational goals, and IEPs.
• Support academic, behavioral, communication, and functional skills; apply positive behavior strategies; maintain a safe, organized learning environment.
• Document student progress, contribute to IEP meetings and planning, and coordinate with families, paraprofessionals, and related-service professionals to ensure consistent student support.

Skills

Special Education

Autism

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Illinois PEL with SPED endorsement

Job description

Full time | Clarifi Staffing Solutions | United States

Posted On 10/13/2026

Job Information

Education

City Bridgeview

State/Province Illinois

60455

Job Description

Illinois SPED Teacher – Autism-Focused Classroom

Full-Time | Self-Contained Classroom | 8:30 AM–3:40 PM

Specialized Student Support. Meaningful Progress.

Our team is seeking a Special Education Teacher for an Illinois school setting serving approximately 10 students with diverse learning and developmental needs. Most students on this caseload have autism, including some who require more intensive support.

This position is ideal for an educator who can create a consistent classroom routine, adapt instruction, and promote student growth in a structured environment.

Your Role in the Classroom

The selected teacher will develop and deliver instruction tailored to students’ individual abilities, educational goals, and IEPs. Responsibilities include supporting academic, behavioral, communication, and functional skills; applying positive behavior strategies; and maintaining a safe, organized learning environment. The teacher will also document student progress, contribute to IEP meetings and planning, and coordinate with families, paraprofessionals, and related-service professionals to ensure consistent student support.

Requirements

Applicants must hold an active Illinois PEL with the appropriate Special Education endorsement and a bachelor’s degree or higher in Special Education or a related field. Experience working with students with autism, significant support needs, or in a self-contained setting is preferred. Strong communication, organization, classroom management, and collaboration skills are important for this position.