Innovative Special Education Teacher – Elementary

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vis​

401k Retirement Saving Plan

Paid Time Off / Holidays

Job summary

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is seeking a Special Education Teacher to serve elementary students in our alternative education setting. You will design personalized lessons for students with IEPs, use instructional technology, and collaborate with staff to support social, emotional and academic growth.

The position emphasizes PBIS, crisis management training, and a proactive, student-centered approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in education or 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 state special education (SSE) or learning behavior specialist (LBS1) credential.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.
• Prior experience with curriculum development, differentiation and instruction in alternative/special education settings.
• Experience with IEPs and working with diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Lead instructional process for Elementary School students with IEPs.
• Deliver targeted instruction using innovative curriculum resources and educational software.
• Create comprehensive lesson plans and schedules aligned to standards.
• Manage classroom environment and maintain student progress records.
• Collaborate with staff in co-teaching models to meet IEP goals.
• Differentiate instruction to address diverse learning needs and abilities.
• Implement PBIS strategies and monitor behavior and outcomes.

Skills

Special Education

Behavioral Disorders

Learning Disabilities

Crisis Intervention

IEP

Differentiated Instruction

Lesson Planning

Classroom Management

Elementary Education

Positive Behavior Interventions and 2S

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

IL Professional Educator License (PEL) - Elementary

IL SSE or LBS1 credential

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Educational software

Job description

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is seeking a Special Education Teacher to serve elementary students in our alternative education setting. You will design personalized lessons for students with IEPs, use instructional technology, and collaborate with staff to support social, emotional and academic growth.

The position emphasizes PBIS, crisis management training, and a proactive, student-centered approach.