Lead Special Education Teacher & Case Manager (Middle School)

Point Quest, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 76,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with employer match

Licensing/CEU reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

W-2 employment

Liability insurance

Referral bonuses

No non-compete clauses

Volunteer time & donation matching

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy is seeking a Lead Special Education Teacher / Case Manager for the 2026–2027 school year in Maywood, IL. This full-time role requires an Illinois PEL with LBS1 endorsement and supports student-centered, inclusive education for middle school students.

The role includes managing case load, collaboration with staff, and ensuring program quality. Compensation is up to $63/hour with benefits and W-2 employment, for a 0.8 FTE or higher schedule as described.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (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.

Responsibilities

• Lead Special Education Teacher and Case Manager for middle school in Maywood. Implementation of IEPs and coordination with staff. Ensures inclusive practices and student-centered supports.

Skills

LBS1 endorsement

Fingerprinting

Communication

Collaboration

Organization

Job description

Ampersand Therapy is seeking a Lead Special Education Teacher / Case Manager for the 2026–2027 school year in Maywood, IL. This full-time role requires an Illinois PEL with LBS1 endorsement and supports student-centered, inclusive education for middle school students.

The role includes managing case load, collaboration with staff, and ensuring program quality. Compensation is up to $63/hour with benefits and W-2 employment, for a 0.8 FTE or higher schedule as described.