Special Education Teacher
$65,000–$75,000 year
On-siteChicago, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Lead instruction for high school students with IEPs by designing personalized learning experiences, delivering differentiated curriculum, and adapting materials to diverse learning styles. Create comprehensive lesson plans, manage student caseloads including IEP updates, and maintain accurate progress documentation and reports. Establish a collaborative classroom climate through Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports, model expectations, and reinforce school-wide behavior strategies. Utilize educational software and instructional technology to support student goals while responding to feedback for ongoing professional growth.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in education, special education or a closely related field of study
- Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining an IL professional educator (PEL) credential
- Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining an IL special education (SEE) credential
- Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training
- Prior experience working with curriculum development, differentiation and instruction; preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting
- Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance, particularly for students with learning disabilities, emotional disturbance and/or challenging behaviors
- Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in working with students with individualized education plans (IEP's)
- Proven success in developing and implementing effective education plans for at-risk students with diverse needs
- Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals
- Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability
- Ability to think and act quickly and calmly in an emergency and make independent decisions
- Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment
Desired Qualifications
- Prior experience working with curriculum development, differentiation and instruction; preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting
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