Special Education Teacher

Ombudsman Educational Services; Oswego Township (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Ombudsman Educational Services, a ChanceLight Education brand, seeks a Special Education Teacher to support middle and high school students in an alternative education setting. You will design and deliver individualized, standards-based instruction and implement IEPs.

You’ll manage behavior using positive supports, track academic and behavioral progress, collaborate with district partners and families, and ensure compliance with IDEA and state regulations in a small, structured classroom focused

Qualifications

• Ability to design and deliver individualized instruction aligned to standards.
• Strong skills in creating and implementing IEPs for diverse learners.
• Experience applying positive behavior supports in classrooms.

Responsibilities

• Design and provide individualized, standards-based instruction.
• Implement IEPs with appropriate accommodations and modifications.
• Manage behavior using positive supports and data-driven approaches.
• Track and report academic and behavioral progress.
• Collaborate with district partners and families to support students.
• Maintain compliance with IDEA and state regulations.

Skills

Behavior management

IEP implementation

Collaboration with families

Education

Bachelor's in Special Education

Job description

Ombudsman Educational Services, a ChanceLight Education brand, seeks a Special Education Teacher to support middle and high school students in an alternative education setting. You will design and deliver individualized, standards-based instruction, implement IEPs, and provide accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs. Responsibilities include managing behavior using positive supports, tracking academic and behavioral progress, collaborating with district partners and families, and maintaining compliance with IDEA and state regulations. You’ll work in a small, structured classroom focused on safety, relationships, and student success.