Special Education Teacher | Crestwood, Illinois

Make a meaningful impact on students lives by supporting those with diverse learning needs in a dynamic educational environment. This contract position offers the opportunity to work onsite with a dedicated caseload in a DLP program, assisting students with intellectual disabilities, autism, multiple disabilities, and developmental delays.

• Active Illinois LBS1 certification required
• Previous experience as a Special Education Teacher strongly preferred
• Understanding of individualized education plans (IEPs) and ability to create and implement tailored learning strategies
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with staff, families, and support personnel
• Compassion, patience, and adaptability to meet the unique needs of each student

• Provide direct instruction and support to students in the DLP program, focusing on academic, communication, social, and life skills development
• Develop and implement individualized lesson plans based on each students IEP goals and objectives
• Monitor student progress, collect data, and adjust instruction as needed
• Collaborate with general education teachers, therapists, and families to ensure consistency and support across settings
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive classroom environment that encourages positive behaviors and student engagement
• Participate in IEP meetings, professional development, and school-wide initiatives as required

This onsite position offers a consistent schedule with approximately 30 hours of work each week. Youll have access to competitive weekly compensation, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options, plus a 401(k) retirement plan to support your long-term goals.

Compensation for this position ranges from $25.00 to $45.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.