Special Education Teacher – High-Support Learning Environment

Clarifi Staffing Solutions; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarifi Staffing Solutions in Maywood, IL is seeking an Autism Support Teacher for a self-contained program serving students with high-support needs. The role is full-time, with a structured schedule and a calm, supportive classroom environment.

You will design instruction per IEPs, tailor activities to individual abilities, and use behavior management strategies to foster participation. You will monitor progress, maintain records, and participate in IEP meetings while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Special Education or a related field.
• Active Illinois Professional Educator License with Special Education endorsement.
• Experience with students with autism and higher support needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specially designed instruction aligned to IEPs.
• Adjust lessons and activities to address individual learning needs.
• Apply behavioral and classroom management techniques to promote participation.
• Monitor student progress and document development.
• Maintain educational records and participate in IEP meetings.
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals, families, and related-service staff.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Adaptability

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education

Job description

Special Education Teacher – High-Support Learning Environment

Full time | Clarifi Staffing Solutions | United States

Posted On 09/09/2026

Job Information

Education

City Maywood

State/Province Illinois

60153

Job Description

Autism Support Teacher – Self-Contained Program | Illinois

Full-Time | 8:30 AM–3:40 PM | Self-Contained Classroom | Approx. 10 Students | Primarily Autism Support

Clarifi Staffing Solutions is connecting an experienced Special Education Teacher with an Illinois school district seeking support for a self-contained classroom. This position serves approximately 10 students, with the majority of learners diagnosed with autism, including some students with significant support needs. The role is well suited for an educator who is confident working in a structured setting and knows how to balance individualized instruction with consistent classroom routines.

Your Impact

You will provide specially designed instruction aligned with student IEPs, adjust lessons and classroom activities to address individual learning needs, and use effective behavioral and classroom management techniques to encourage participation and progress. The role also involves monitoring student development, maintaining educational records, contributing to IEP meetings, and working closely with paraprofessionals, families, and related-service professionals to provide coordinated student support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Special Education or a related field.
  
• Active Illinois PEL with the appropriate Special Education endorsement.
  
• Strong communication, organization, adaptability, and classroom leadership skills.
  
• Experience working with students with autism and higher support needs preferred.