Special Education Teacher in Winnetka, IL
Listed on 2026-08-19
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Education / Teaching
Special Education Teacher, Elementary School, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Step into a vital role empowering elementary students as a Special Education Teacher for the upcoming academic year. This contract position supports students in grades K-4 through a resource model, blending targeted pull-out instruction with inclusive, push-in support in general education settings. As part of your work with a dedicated caseload of 8-12 students, youll provide both academic guidance and social-emotional support, making a meaningful difference each day.
Your school day runs full-time, Monday through Friday, encompassing 35 hours each week. Breaks are built into the schedulea daily 30-minute lunch and two 15-minute unpaid breaksso you can recharge as you focus on delivering high-quality instruction and interventions.
Desired Skills &Certifications:
- Professional Educator License (PEL) or eligibility for Illinois certification (information available via ISBE Educator Licensure Information System)
- Experience working with elementary students in a special education setting
- Preferred:
Certified training in Orton Gillingham or equivalent structured literacy programs (such as Wilson, SLANT, or Sonday) - Proven ability to develop and adapt individualized education plans (IEPs)
- Strong collaboration skills to work alongside general education teachers and support staff
- Commitment to fostering both academic achievement and emotional well-being
- Deliver customized instruction to a small caseload in both resource and inclusion settings
- Design and implement differentiated lessons and interventions
- Monitor, document, and communicate student progress in academics and social/emotional areas
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet diverse student needs
- Engage in ongoing communication with families and participate in IEP meetings
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.
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