Special Education Teacher - Winnetka, IL
Listed on 2026-09-29
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Education / Teaching
Elementary School, Special Education Teacher
Make a meaningful difference in the lives of elementary school students by stepping into a full-time Special Education teaching opportunity for the upcoming academic year. This contract role focuses on supporting a resource model for grades K-4, working closely with a small group of students who benefit from both direct instruction and collaborative inclusion in general education settings. Youll help shape academic success as well as social and emotional growth in a community committed to excellence.
KeyQualifications:
- Valid IL Professional Educator License (PEL) with an LBS1 endorsement, or eligible for PEL via ISBE Educator Licensure Information System (ELIS) if holding a comparable out-of-state certification
- Experience supporting students with a range of academic and social/emotional needs in elementary settings preferred
- Strong ability to collaborate with general education teachers, staff, and families
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive classroom environment
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Full-time, contract assignment:
Monday Friday, 35 hours per week - Structured daily schedule with a 30-minute lunch and two 15-minute unpaid breaks
- Caseload of roughly 810 students in a K4 resource model
- Provides both pull-out direct instruction and push-in classroom support
- Academic and social/emotional skill-building with a focus on individualized success
- Onsite position in a supportive, welcoming school environment
Compensation for this position ranges from $33.05 to $53.05. 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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