Special Education Teacher - Berwyn, IL

ProCare Therapy; Berwyn (IL); On-site; USD 39,950 - 66,124; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals & incidentals

Job summary

ProCare Therapy in Berwyn, IL is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to support a diverse PreK-5th grade caseload in a collaborative, inclusive school environment.

This full-time contract role emphasizes individualized instruction, IEP development, progress reporting, and strong collaboration with families and multidisciplinary staff; bilingual Spanish is highly valued. The position offers ongoing professional development and a supportive team focused on student growth and success.

Qualifications

• Valid Special Education teaching certification.
• Experience supporting PreK-5th grade students with special needs.
• Ability to develop individualized education plans (IEPs) and monitor progress.
• Strong communication and collaboration with families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan, adapt, and deliver individualized special education curriculum for PreK–5th grade students.
• Support academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth.
• Develop and implement IEPs and monitor student progress.
• Collaborate with general education teachers, specialists, and families.
• Foster an inclusive, respectful classroom climate.
• Utilize varied instructional strategies and assistive technologies.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Special Education teaching

PreK-5th grade experience

Classroom management

Collaboration with teams

Communication skills

IEP development

Education

Valid Special Education teaching certification

Job description

Make your impact as a Special Education Teacher working with a diverse PreK-5th grade caseload in a supportive school environment near Berwyn, IL. This full-time, contract opportunity is ideal for educators passionate about fostering accessible learning and meaningful growth for students with special needs. Bilingual (Spanish) abilities are highly valued, as is a commitment to inclusive, collaborative teaching.

Desired Qualifications:

• Valid Special Education teaching certification
• Previous experience supporting PreK-5th grade students with special needs
• Strong classroom management and differentiation skills
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, families, and support staff
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Commitment to developing personalized education plans and culturally responsive instruction

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, adapt, and deliver individualized special education curriculum to students aged PreK through 5th grade
• Support students academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), monitoring and reporting student progress
• Collaborate with general education teachers, specialists, and families
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful classroom climate
• Use varied instructional strategies and technologies to reach all learners
• Engage in regular professional development and team meetings to enhance skills and share best practices

This position offers not only the chance to shape young lives but also the satisfaction of knowing your expertise directly supports students success. Make a lasting difference in a school that values diversity and student-centered learning.

Compensation for this position ranges from $28.05 to $48.05. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.