Special Education Teacher | Mount Carmel, Illinois

ProCare Therapy; Mount Carmel (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance

401k matching

Flexible spending accounts

Weekly pay

Competitive compensation

Job summary

ProCare Therapy is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for an on-site role in Illinois for the 2026-2027 school year. You will work with elementary and/or middle school classrooms, delivering instruction and collaborating with classroom paras to support an inclusive environment.

Ideal candidates are passionate professionals focused on maximizing student success, with strong knowledge of IEP development and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Special Education endorsement required.
• Experience in an elementary and/or middle school setting preferred.
• Strong understanding of IEP development and implementation.
• Ability to work collaboratively with paras, teachers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct instruction and adapt curriculum based on individual IEPs.
• Work with classroom paras to support and reinforce student learning.
• Monitor progress and document student performance, updating IEPs as necessary.
• Partner with families and staff to facilitate the best outcomes for each learner.
• Maintain a positive and structured classroom environment.
• Participate in professional development and regular team meetings.

Skills

IEP development

IEP implementation

Collaboration

Communication

Organization

Education

PEL with Special Education endorsement (Illinois)

Job description

Step into a fulfilling role supporting students as a Special Education Teacher with a dedicated district for the entire 2026-2027 school year! This is a full-time, onsite opportunity working directly with elementary and/or middle school classrooms, providing essential instruction and collaborating closely with classroom paras to foster an inclusive environment.

Ideal candidates are passionate professionals committed to maximizing success for every student. As a Special Education Teacher, your guidance and interventions will make a genuine impact on learners academic and personal growth.

Qualifications:

• Current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Special Education endorsement required
• Experience in an elementary and/or middle school setting preferred
• Strong understanding of IEP development and implementation
• Ability to work collaboratively with paras, teachers, and multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct instruction and adapt curriculum based on individual IEPs
• Work with classroom paras to support and reinforce student learning
• Monitor progress and document student performance, updating IEPs as necessary
• Partner with families and staff to facilitate the best outcomes for each learner
• Maintain a positive and structured classroom environment
• Participate in professional development and regular team meetings

Enjoy a range of benefits designed with your needs in mind, including comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, and more), a matching 401k, flexible spending accounts, weekly pay, and highly competitive compensationall backed by ProCares support.

Empower the next generation with your commitment to inclusive education and make a lasting difference.

Compensation for this position ranges from $28.05 to $48.05. 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.