K-2 Special Education Teacher - IEP & Inclusion Advocate

Ampersand Therapy

Gurnee (IL)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 83,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Licensing/CEU reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy in Gurnee, IL is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for a full-time 2026–2027 school year in the Woodland School District. The role involves supporting students in a self-contained K-2 classroom, implementing individualized instruction, and collaborating with IEP teams. Start date August 2026.

Valid Illinois PEL with LBS1, fingerprinting, and strong communication required. We offer mentorship for new grads, 0.8 FTE eligibility, and benefits including paid sick leave,

Qualifications

Valid Illinois PEL with LBS1 endorsement.
Fingerprinting and background check required before start.
Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
Passion for inclusive education and student-centered practices.
New graduates welcome—mentorship and training provided!

Responsibilities

Provide academic support to students with IEPs in a resource setting.
Develop and implement instructional strategies tailored to individual learning goals.
Attend IEP meetings and collaborate with school teams.
Maintain timely and accurate documentation of student progress.
Participate in staff meetings and school-wide initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Organization

Student-centered

Education

Illinois PEL with LBS1 endorsement

Job description

Valid Illinois PEL with LBS1, fingerprinting, and strong communication required. We offer mentorship for new grads, 0.8 FTE eligibility, and benefits including paid sick leave,

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