Special Education Teacher *Up to $55/hr

ConnectedHealth; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Next-day pay

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) matching

Housing stipend

Travel reimbursement

Guaranteed hours

Licenses/CEU reimbursements

Job summary

ConnectedHealth is seeking a Special Education Teacher for a 25-week contract in Elmhurst, IL. The role focuses on delivering individualized instruction to students with special needs, supporting classroom teams, and ensuring compliance with state and district regulations.

The successful candidate will design and implement IEPs, differentiate instruction, and collaborate with general education teachers, support staff, and parents to monitor progress.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in special education teaching or a related field.
• Ability to work in a school setting and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication skills with students, families, and colleagues.
• Background check clearance.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate school hours and professional development.
• Standard requirements to comply with school policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs.
• Deliver differentiated instruction in a classroom or small group setting.
• Collaborate with general-education teachers, support staff, and parents to monitor student progress.
• Adapt materials and assessments to meet diverse learning styles and legal requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation of student performance and instructional strategies.
• Participate in professional development and team meetings to improve instructional practices.

Skills

IEP design

Collaboration

Communication

Flexible schedule

Background check

Job description

Special Education Teacher for a 25-week contract in Elmhurst, Illinois, earning up to $55 per hour based on experience. The role focuses on delivering individualized instruction to students with special needs, supporting classroom teams, and ensuring compliance with state and district regulations. Candidates will work in a supportive environment that offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and flexible scheduling.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs.
• Deliver differentiated instruction in a classroom or small group setting.
• Collaborate with general-education teachers, support staff, and parents to monitor student progress.
• Adapt materials and assessments to meet diverse learning styles and legal requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation of student performance and instructional strategies.
• Participate in professional development and team meetings to improve instructional practices.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in special education teaching or a related field.
• Ability to work in a school setting and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication skills with students, families, and colleagues.
• Background check clearance.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate school hours and professional development.
• Standard requirements to comply with school policies and regulations.

Benefits:

• Weekly direct deposit with next-day pay features and 13% above market average.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and sick leave coverage starting the first day of the month after the start date and continuing through off-seasons.
• 401(k) with competitive match, referral and loyalty bonuses, license and CEU reimbursements.
• Paid housing or stipends, travel/mileage reimbursements, guaranteed hours and cancellation protection.
• Nationwide opportunities across major metros to underserved areas.
• Reimbursed/fast-tracked licenses and certifications, user-friendly portal for onboarding (average 14 days), shifts customized, rapid interviews (38 hours typical).

You have at least one year special education experience. Skilled at designing and implementing individualized education plans. Comfortable collaborating with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams