LBS1 Special Education Teacher

Kaleidoscope Education Solutions; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional compensation

Compensated weekly

Flexible schedule

Personal office support

Professional growth opportunities

Broad client opportunities

24/7 support

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Education Solutions in Maywood, IL is seeking an LBS1 Special Education Teacher for an independent contractor role. The teacher will establish a developmentally appropriate classroom, plan individualized instruction, and support students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities include promoting social and emotional growth, communicating objectives, selecting instructional materials, and collaborating with principals and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL).
• Learning Behavior Specialist Endorsement 1 (LBS1).

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a developmentally appropriate classroom.
• Promote emotional and social growth for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Plan and implement a program of study that meets the individual needs, abilities, and interests of all students assigned to the class.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the student.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate these objectives to students.
• Strive to implement by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional materials.
• Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relations with others.
• Perform such tasks and assume such responsibilities as directed by the Principal.

Skills

Classroom management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Valid Illinois PEL

LBS1 Endorsement

Job description

Title: LBS1 Special Education Teacher

Class: Special Education Teacher

Type: INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR 1099

Ref. No.: 1288317-30

BC: #KES306

Location: Maywood, IL 60153

Date Posted: 10/01/2026

Category: Education K12

Education: Bachelors Degree

Company: Kaleidoscope Education Solutions

Our client is seeking LBS1 Special Education Teacher in Maywood, IL.

SUMMARY OF CLIENT'S DESCRIPTION OF THIS OPPORTUNITY

• Establish and maintain a developmentally appropriate classroom.
• Promote emotional and social growth for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Plan and implement a program of study that meets the individual needs, abilities, and interests of all students assigned to the class.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the student.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate these objectives to students.
• Strive to implement by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional materials.
• Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relations with others.
• Perform such tasks and assume such responsibilities as directed by the Principal.

CLIENT'S REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)
• Learning Behavior Specialist Endorsement 1 (LBS1)

What to expect from Kaleidoscope Education Solutions

• Exceptional compensation
• Compensated weekly
• Flexible schedule that meets your life's balance
• Your own personal connection in our office whenever you need support or have questions!
• Grow professionally by collaborating with experienced & valued therapists.
• Access to a broad array of client opportunities.
• We are here for you 24/7

Contracting with Kaleidoscope allows you all of the above and more.

KES ADVANTAGES

• Reaching students who may otherwise go without the services they need and deserve.
• Establish for maximum scholastic success because of your expertise!
• Develop students' maximum achievement through strong relationships with students and parents.
• Instill and reinforce the joy of learning
• Maintain a positive and encouraging classroom environment.

About K.E.S.

Founded in 1989, Kaleidoscope Education Solutions, Inc. started as a small team of professionals near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Since then, our proven results and dedication have produced exponential nationwide company growth. We additionally have offices in Arizona and service locations in Colorado, Delaware, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Washington DC, and Wisconsin. Thanks to our clients, parents, and contractors, we now work with teachers and therapists in over 5,000 schools and 700 school districts across the country! Today, Kaleidoscope Education Solutions, Inc. is a nationwide staffing leader in school-based therapy and special education services. We are dedicated to making a positive difference in every student's life.

All professionals contracting through Kaleidoscope Education Solutions are classified and compensated as self-employed independent contractors.