Special Education Teacher (Grades 6-12) — Empower Growth

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education; Harvard (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

Telehealth benefits

Life & Disability Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education in Harvard, IL is seeking a Special Education Teacher to lead instructional services for Grades 6-12 with IEPs, delivering personalized learning within a learning center or classroom. You will design lessons, integrate curriculum resources and educational software, develop schedules, and collaborate with staff to support diverse student needs.

This role requires strong communication, crisis management readiness, and a commitment to PBIS and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field.
• Licensed IL state PEL credential in progress.
• Licensed IL LBS1 or SEE credential in progress.
• Ability to obtain crisis management training certification.
• Experience with curriculum development and differentiation.
• Experience with IEPs and special education services.

Responsibilities

• Lead instructional process for Grades 6-12 with IEPs.
• Deliver differentiated, targeted instruction in co-teaching or classroom settings.
• Design comprehensive lesson plans aligned to standards.
• Utilize curriculum resources and educational software.
• Track student progress and prepare detailed reports.
• Support PBIS implementation and positive classroom environment.

Skills

Curriculum differentiation

IEP knowledge

Student motivation

Crisis management

Strong communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or Special Education

IL PEL credential (in progress)

IL LBS1 or SEE credential (in progress)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education in Harvard, IL is seeking a Special Education Teacher to lead instructional services for Grades 6-12 with IEPs, delivering personalized learning within a learning center or classroom. You will design lessons, integrate curriculum resources and educational software, develop schedules, and collaborate with staff to support diverse student needs.

This role requires strong communication, crisis management readiness, and a commitment to PBIS and