Illinois SPED Teacher – Autism-Focused Classroom

Clarifi Staffing Solutions; Cicero (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarifi Staffing Solutions is seeking a dedicated Illinois SPED Teacher for a full-time, self-contained autism-focused classroom in Cicero. The position offers a traditional school day (8:30 AM–3:40 PM) with a ~10-student caseload and opportunities to tailor instruction to IEP goals.

Ideal candidates hold an active Illinois Professional Educator License with the Special Education endorsement, a bachelor’s degree in Special Education, and experience supporting students with autism and diverse

Qualifications

• Active Illinois PEL with the Special Education endorsement.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Special Education or related field.
• Experience with autism, significant support needs, or self-contained classrooms.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized instruction aligned with student IEPs in a self-contained setting.
• Support academic, behavioral, communication, and functional development.
• Monitor progress, document outcomes, and collaborate with families and related service providers.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to planning.

Skills

Special Education

Autism support

Classroom management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Special Education

Illinois PEL with Special Education endorsement

Job description

Illinois SPED Teacher – Autism-Focused Classroom

Full time | Clarifi Staffing Solutions | United States

Posted On 09/08/2026

Job Information

Education

City Cicero

State/Province Illinois

60804

Job Description

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Quick Highlights

• Approx. 10 Students | Autism-Focused Caseload
  
• Full-Time | 8:30 AM–3:40 PM |Self-Contained Classroom
  

Clarifi Staffing Solutions is partnering with a school in Illinois to find a dedicated Special Education Teacher for a full-time self-contained classroom. This opportunity offers a consistent school-day schedule and the chance to provide individualized support to students with a variety of learning and developmental needs.

The teacher will work with approximately 10 students, with the majority of the classroom population being students with autism. Some students have more significant support needs, making patience, flexibility, and a structured approach essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide individualized instruction aligned with student IEPs while adapting lessons, activities, and classroom routines to meet diverse needs. Support academic, behavioral, communication, and functional development while maintaining a safe and structured classroom environment. Monitor student progress, implement positive behavior strategies, maintain required documentation, and collaborate with families, paraprofessionals, and related-service providers. Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to student goals and ongoing educational planning.

Requirements

Candidates should 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.

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