Special Education Teacher – Self-Contained Classroom #ESC
Listed on 2026-10-05
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Special Education Teacher, Special Education Assistant, Elementary School
Location: South Chicago Heights
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance available!
- Principal is well respected and liked!
If that's you, let's talk!
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance available!
- Principal is well respected and liked!
If that's you, let's talk!
Job Type: Contract
Location: South Chicago Heights, Illinois
Pay: Good pay and benefits!
Job Description: Special Education Teacher – Self-Contained Classroom
SummaryJoin a supportive primary school special education program serving a small, self-contained classroom of students with autism and developmental delays. This full-school-year contract role works with approximately 8–12 students, including some non-verbal learners, and provides individualized instruction, behavioral support, and daily living assistance in a structured classroom environment.
The teacher will lead instruction and IEP implementation while working closely with paraprofessionals and other school staff. This position requires a teacher who is comfortable supporting students through behavioral outbursts, using de-escalation strategies, and assisting with toileting when needed.
What You'll Be Doing- Lead a self-contained classroom of approximately 8–12 primary-level students.
- Provide individualized and small-group special education instruction.
- Support students with autism, developmental delays, and communication needs.
- Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals and accommodations.
- Adapt curriculum and instruction to individual learning needs.
- Track student progress and use data to adjust instruction.
- Manage behavioral outbursts and provide appropriate de-escalation support.
- Assist students with toileting and other required daily living needs.
- Collaborate with paraprofessionals, teachers, and related school staff.
- Communicate with families regarding student progress and concerns.
- Maintain required special education documentation and student records.
- Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with required Special Education/LBS endorsement.
- Experience working with students with disabilities; self-contained classroom experience preferred.
- Experience supporting students with autism and/or developmental delays preferred.
- Ability to safely manage behavioral outbursts and use de-escalation strategies.
- Willingness and ability to provide toileting assistance.
- Working knowledge of IEPs and special education requirements.
Contract: ASAP – May 27, 2027
Regular
Schedule:
7:25 AM – 2:50 PM, including a 30-minute lunch
Tuesdays: Staff meeting extends the workday to approximately 3:35 PM
Top 3 Most Critical Skills / Experience- Illinois PEL + Special Education/LBS Endorsement
- Self-Contained Autism / Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Behavior Management, De-escalation & Toileting Support
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