Special Education Teacher

Duties

* Design and deliver individualized academic instruction to students with diverse learning needs.

* Integrate Social & Emotional Learning (SEL) and mental health strategies into the curriculum.

* Foster a supportive classroom environment where students can thrive academically and emotionally.

* Collaborate with classroom support staff and other educational professionals to ensure students' success.

* Establish clear and effective communication with families, school leadership, and support staff.

* Monitor student progress and adjust instructional methods as necessary.

* Create and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) for students, ensuring they meet educational and behavioral goals.

Qualifications

* Education:

Bachelor's degree in Special Education or related field (required).

* Certification:
Valid Illinois LBS1 certification (required).

* Experience:

Previous experience working with children in a therapeutic or special education setting is preferred.

Salary/Benefits

* $7,500 Sign-On Bonus for Licensed Special Education Teachers!

* Competitive salary based on education and experience ($48,380 - $92,135 per year).

* Small class sizes: 10 or fewer students per class.

* Additional support staff:
Two additional support staff (Para educator and Teaching Assistant) in every classroom.

* Tuition Assistance:
Support for obtaining LBS1 Certification or Special Education Certification.

* Relocation Assistance:
Available up to $2,500.

* Public Service Loan Forgiveness:
Eligible.

* Summer Income:
Opportunity to earn additional income over the summer (31 days at $35/hour).

* State-of-the-art facilities:
Newly constructed, 51,000-square-foot school building.

* Additionally, Cunningham Children's Home is a qualified employer under the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

* 401(k)

* 401(k) matching

* Dental insurance

* Employee assistance program

* Flexible spending account

* Health insurance

* Life insurance

* Paid time off

* Referral program

* Relocation assistance

* Vision insurance

Additional Notes

About Us:

Circle Academy Urbana is a therapeutic special education school serving students in grades K-12. Our private school is committed to preparing and empowering students for success in school, at home, and in the community. We provide a structured, nurturing, and therapeutic learning environment that supports each student's academic and emotional growth.

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking a qualified Special Education Teacher to join our Circle Academy Urbana team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating a supportive, engaging classroom environment that promotes academic excellence and incorporates Social & Emotional Learning (SEL) alongside mental health stability. You will work with small class sizes and classroom support staff in a positive, team-oriented atmosphere.

As a Special Education Teacher at Circle Academy Urbana, you will play an essential role in helping students overcome barriers to learning and providing them with the tools to succeed in both their academic and personal lives.

How to Apply

To apply , please visit the Cunningham Children's Home website at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and submit your application through the provided portal. Thank you!

Email Address

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School District

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Position Website

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ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

2/6/2026

Start Date

N/A