Special Education Teacher (School Services) - $2,468 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a School Services Special Education Teacher for a travel assignment in Gurnee, Illinois. The role is a self-contained elementary classroom position requiring IL PEL LBS1 licensure if applicable.

Assignment is 33 weeks long, with a Monday–Friday day shift from 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM, totaling 37.5 hours per week. CPS fingerprinting and CANTS background checks are required prior to start.

Qualifications

• IL PEL LBS1 license required, if applicable.
• Experience with educational life skills teaching and behavior planning preferred.
• CPS fingerprinting and CANTS background checks required prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in remedying academic and behavioral delays.
• Consult with school staff on behavioral and academic interventions for students in general and special education.
• Support elementary-aged students within a self-contained classroom environment.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of providers to support student needs.

Skills

Team collaboration

Life skills instruction

Behavior planning

Communication with families

Education

IL PEL LBS1 license

Job description

American Traveler is seeking a School Services School Special Education Teacher for a travel job in Gurnee, Illinois.

Job Details

• Specialty: Special Education Teacher
• Discipline: School Services
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• Duration: 33 weeks
• 37.5 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x7.5hrs
• Hours: 37.5 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 33 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Special Education Teacher for a self-contained elementary classroom, requiring an IL PEL LBS1 license (if applicable).

Details

• Non-clinical school setting within an elementary special education program
• Self-contained classroom serving students with special education needs
• Day shift schedule, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM
• Approximately 35 billable hours per week
• Assignment length of approximately 33 weeks

Requirements

• IL PEL LBS1 license required, if applicable
• Experience with educational life skills teaching, low incidence populations, and behavior planning preferred
• Ability to collaborate with a team of providers and organize communication systems preferred
• CPS fingerprinting and CANTS background checks required prior to start

Additional Information

• Assist students in remedying academic and behavioral delays
• Consult with school staff on appropriate behavioral and academic interventions for students in general and special education
• Support elementary-aged students within a self-contained classroom environment
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of providers to support student needs

American Traveler Job ID #P-761287. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 37.5 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Special Education Teacher

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more.

• premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment
• generous 401(k) match
• substantial housing stipends
• 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians

Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.