Special Education Teacher (LBS1) (Full-Time, Contract Hire)

EDU Healthcare; Berwyn (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Therapist-owned organization

CEU reimbursement

Professional development resources

Quality materials access

Job summary

EDU Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to join our school community in Illinois. You will collaborate with staff and families to support students with diverse learning needs and to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to each learner.

You will modify general education curriculum, provide specialized instruction in small groups, track progress, and communicate regularly with parents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education.
• Active state licensure or eligibility to obtain prior to start.
• Strong knowledge of IEP development and implementation.
• Experience working in schools or with children preferred.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to each student’s needs.
• Modify general education curriculum to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Provide specialized instruction in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Track student progress and update IEPs throughout the school year.
• Communicate regularly with parents, staff, and IEP team members.
• Collaborate with general education teachers and related service providers to support student success.
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with school and district guidelines.

Skills

Collaboration and communication

IEP knowledge

Experience in schools

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to join our school community. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with staff and families to support students with diverse learning needs.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to each student’s needs
• Modify general education curriculum to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities
• Provide specialized instruction in one-on-one and small group settings
• Track student progress and update IEPs throughout the school year
• Communicate regularly with parents, staff, and IEP team members
• Collaborate with general education teachers and related service providers to support student success
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with school and district guidelines

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Special Education
• Active state-level licensure or certification (or eligibility to obtain prior to start)
• Strong knowledge of IEP development and implementation
• Previous experience working in schools or with children preferred
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Work in a structured, school-based setting with built-in school holidays
• Join a therapist-owned organization that values your expertise and supports you throughout the school year
• Receive access to quality materials, professional development resources, and CEU reimbursement

Come join a therapist-owned organization that values your expertise and supports you throughout the school year. Be part of a mission-driven team that prioritizes student-centered care and strong provider relationships with EDU Healthcare. Come work in a structured, school-based setting with built-in school holidays collaborate closely with educators and support staff to make a direct impact on student success. Be part of a mission-driven team that prioritizes student-centered care and strong provider relationships.

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