Special Education Teacher - Impact, Growth & Benefits

Illinois Education Job Bank; Countryside (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Medical insurance (BCBS of IL)

Dental and vision insurance

Employer-paid Life/AD&D and disability

EAP and wellness programs

Generous PTO and holidays

Student loan forgiveness program

Job summary

Helping Hand is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a Therapeutic Day School. You will lead instruction, develop IEPs, mentor staff, and foster a safe, inclusive environment for students ages 3–22 with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

You will collaborate with families and a multidisciplinary team, stay current on regulations, and support equity and inclusion. On-site, 40 hours/week with a salary of $68,000-$75,000 and up to 8% annual bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in special education or related field.
• LBS1 K-12 endorsement through ISBE.
• EC endorsement if Early Childhood teacher; in process considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and monitor IEPs for students.
• Plan and deliver individualized instruction using adaptable methods and educational technology.
• Modify content and delivery to meet diverse learning needs.
• Conduct formal and informal assessments and adjust instruction accordingly.
• Create a safe, structured, inclusive classroom environment.
• Implement behavior-support plans and crisis-prevention strategies.
• Provide supervision and training to Instructional Teaching Assistants.
• Collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams to support students.
• Maintain accurate IEPs, progress reports, and records.
• Participate in IEP meetings, conferences, and required trainings.
• Stay current on special education laws and best practices.
• Communicate professionally with students, families, colleagues, and volunteers.
• Promote the organization’s values and inclusive culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Classroom leadership

Crisis management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Educational technology

Education

Bachelor's degree in special education

LBS1 K-12 endorsement

EC endorsement (if EC teacher)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

Zoom

Job description

Helping Hand is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a Therapeutic Day School. You will lead instruction, develop IEPs, mentor staff, and foster a safe, inclusive environment for students ages 3–22 with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

You will collaborate with families and a multidisciplinary team, stay current on regulations, and support equity and inclusion. On-site, 40 hours/week with a salary of $68,000-$75,000 and up to 8% annual bonus.