Special Education Teacher

Chicago Public Schools; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 57,859 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Dedicated Relationship Manager

Contract extension options

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Classroom supplies stipend

Professional development reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Summer insurance coverage optional

401(k) match

Job summary

Schoolforce Solutions is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support students with disabilities during the school year. The role involves developing IEPs and delivering differentiated instruction in diverse classroom settings.

You will collaborate with therapists and general education teachers, participate in IEP meetings, and ensure compliance with ISBE and IDEA guidelines while maintaining accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Special Education from an accredited program.
• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a Special Education Endorsement issued by the ISBE.
• Experience with IEP development and implementation.
• Fingerprint clearance and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs for students with disabilities.
• Provide differentiated instruction in one-on-one, small group, and inclusive classrooms.
• Adapt lesson plans, curriculum, and instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
• Assess and monitor student progress using data-driven decision-making.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, therapists, and support staff to ensure student success.
• Participate in IEP meetings, student evaluations, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Maintain records and documentation in compliance with ISBE and IDEA guidelines.
• Implement behavioral intervention plans (BIPs) and classroom management strategies.

Skills

IEP development

Differentiated instruction

Data-driven decisions

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Special Education

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Special Education Endorsement (ISBE)

Job description

We are looking for a talented Special Education Teacher for the school year to support students with disabilities in a collaborative teaching environment.

Hourly Rate Range: $42.00-$60.00 per hour

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities.
• Provide differentiated instruction in one-on-one, small group, and inclusive classroom settings.
• Adapt lesson plans, curriculum, and instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
• Assess and monitor student progress using data-driven decision-making.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, therapists, and support staff to ensure student success.
• Participate in IEP meetings, student evaluations, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) and IDEA guidelines.
• Implement behavioral intervention plans (BIPs) and classroom management strategies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Special Education from an accredited program.
• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a Special Education Endorsement issued by the Illinois State Board of Education – ISBE.
• Experience with IEP development and implementation.
• Fingerprint clearance and background check required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay negotiated to fit your needs.
• Work–life balance with contracts up to 40 hours per week and overtime pay at 1.5× for approved additional hours.
• Dedicated Relationship Manager support throughout your contract.
• Flexibility to extend your contract, convert to a permanent position, or explore new opportunities.
• Accrued paid time off for every hour worked.
• Six paid holidays: Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, Presidents Day, and Memorial Day.
• Material reimbursement of $250.00 for classroom supplies.
• Professional development reimbursement of $500.00 covering CEU’s, licensing fees, etc.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided.
• Optional continued insurance coverage over the summer.
• 4% 401(k) match for retirement savings.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Schoolforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.