Special Education Teacher | Elgin, Illinois

Sunbelt Staffing; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401k retirement plan

Healthcare benefits

Housing assistance

Meals/incidentals

Sick leave pay

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing is seeking a Special Education Teacher to support K-2 students with significant disabilities in a self-contained classroom in Illinois. The contract role runs 8:00 AM–3:15 PM (35 hours/week) starting August 2026, with potential extension.

Virtual or in-person format will be determined to best serve the students. The candidate should hold a valid IL SPED license, have prior SPED classroom experience, strong IEP knowledge, and the ability to collaborate with paraprofessionals and

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois SPED license.
• Experience teaching in a special education classroom, preferably self-contained settings.
• Strong understanding of IEPs and adapting instruction.
• Ability to work with paraprofessionals as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans tailored to each child’s learning goals.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom community.
• Collaborate with support staff to provide consistent instruction and care.
• Monitor student progress and communicate with families and team members.
• Support transitions of students into general education activities.

Skills

SPED license

IEPs understanding

Team collaboration

Compassion and patience

Job description

Job Description

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners as a Special Education Teacher working with a dedicated team that values your expertise. In this contract role, you'll support a close-knit group of K-2 students with significant disabilities in a self-contained classroom. These students benefit from a structured, nurturing environment for core academic subjects and also participate in general education settings for part of their day. Paraprofessionals are present to offer collaborative support, allowing for a positive and effective teaching atmosphere.

Your day will run from 8 AM to 3:15 PM, totaling 35 hours per week, and will begin in August 2026 with the potential to extend beyond late September. Virtual or in-person format will be determined to best serve the students.

What we’re seeking:

• Valid Illinois Special Education (SPED) license
• Previous experience teaching in a special education classroom, preferably self-contained settings
• Strong understanding of individualized education plans (IEPs) and adapting instruction
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team including paraprofessionals
• Compassion, creativity, and patience in supporting students with significant needs

In this role, you’ll:

• Develop and implement lesson plans tailored to each child’s learning goals
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom community
• Collaborate with support staff to provide consistent instruction and care
• Monitor student progress and communicate with families and team members
• Guide students through core subjects while supporting their transitions into general education activities

Enjoy comprehensive benefits including weekly pay, access to 401k retirement plans, insurance options covering medical, dental, vision, and life, plus sick leave pay.

Compensation for this position ranges from $25.00 to $45.00. 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.