Special Education Teacher - Onsite, 37.5h/wk, Growth

SSWAA; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Guaranteed hours

Wide school network

Fast hiring process

Ongoing communication

Dedicated recruiting support

Career development

Job summary

Onward Education, partnering with a Cook County, IL school district, seeks a compassionate Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year to support elementary and middle school learners onsite.

You will collaborate with teachers, implement IEPs, deliver individualized and small-group instruction, and use data-informed practices to monitor progress and promote inclusive learning environments.

Start ASAP with guaranteed hours; End date 5/21/2027.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education, or a related field is required.
• PEL with Special Education Endorsement in Illinois is required.
• Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs in special education or inclusive settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs and grade-appropriate goals, adapt curriculum, and monitor progress for elementary and middle school students with diverse needs.
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Skills

Collaboration with teachers

Data-informed assessments

Differentiated instruction

IEP development & progress monitoring

Inclusive classroom practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education, or related field

PEL with Special Education Endorsement (IL)

Job description

Onward Education, partnering with a Cook County, IL school district, seeks a compassionate Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year to support elementary and middle school learners onsite.

You will collaborate with teachers, implement IEPs, deliver individualized and small-group instruction, and use data-informed practices to monitor progress and promote inclusive learning environments.

Start ASAP with guaranteed hours; End date 5/21/2027.