LOA Special Education Teacher IL Immediate Openings!

Clarifi Staffing Solutions; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarifi Staffing Solutions seeks an experienced SPED teacher for leave coverage in a K–2 multi-needs classroom in Illinois. The role is full-time (35 hours/week), with paraprofessional support, starting August 11, 2026 and ending September 23, 2026, with possible extension based on district needs.

The selected candidate will manage a small caseload of about four students, provide individualized instruction, implement IEP goals, monitor progress, and collaborate with general education staff,

Qualifications

• Ability to adapt lessons to diverse learning abilities.
• Experience supporting K–2 students with multiple needs preferred.
• Special Education teaching certification appropriate for the assigned grade levels.
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with LBS1 endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized instruction aligned to IEP goals.
• Monitor and document student progress and outcomes.
• Adapt lessons to meet diverse learning needs within a self-contained classroom.
• Collaborate with general education staff, paraprofessionals, related service providers, and families.

Skills

Lesson adaptation

IEP collaboration

Progress monitoring

Team collaboration

Education

K–2 SPED certification

LBS1 endorsement (PEL)

Job description

Elementary Special Education Teacher | K–2 | Illinois | LOA Assignment

Support Young Learners. Strengthen Skills. Create Lasting Progress.

Are you an experienced Special Education Teacher looking for a short-term opportunity in an elementary school setting? Clarifi Staffing Solutions is partnering with an Illinois school district seeking a dedicated SPED Teacher to provide leave coverage for a K–2 multi-needs classroom.

This assignment begins August 11 and is scheduled through September 23, with the possibility of an extension based on the district’s needs. The position is full-time at 35 hours per week and offers the support of a paraprofessional in the classroom.

Position Details

The selected teacher will oversee a small caseload of approximately four students with varying support needs. The classroom is primarily self-contained, while some students will participate in general education classes for portions of the school day.

Responsibilities include providing individualized instruction, implementing IEP goals, monitoring student progress, and adapting lessons to meet diverse learning needs. The teacher will also collaborate with general education staff, support personnel, and families to promote consistency across learning environments.

Assignment Snapshot:

• Grade Levels: Kindergarten–2nd Grade
• Setting: Self-contained multi-needs classroom
• Caseload: Approximately 4 students
• Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Start Date: August 11, 2026
• End Date: September 23, 2026
• Extension: Possible; duration to be determined
• Classroom Support: Paraprofessional assistance available

This is an excellent opportunity for a special education professional who enjoys working with younger learners and can provide structured, individualized support within a collaborative elementary school environment.

Requirements

• Ability to adapt lessons to accommodate diverse learning abilities.
• Previous experience supporting K–2 students with multiple needs preferred.
• Special Education teaching certification appropriate for the assigned grade levels.
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Learning Behavior Specialist 1 (LBS1) endorsement.
• Ability to work closely with paraprofessionals, general education teachers, related service providers, and families.