Special Education Teacher

Lawrence Hall is a Chicago-based nonprofit social services agency that provides therapeutic, wellness, and skill-building programs to youth, families, and neighborhoods affected by trauma.

Our Therapeutic Day School serves CPS-referred youth ages 5‑22 with emotional, intellectual, or learning challenges. With a 90%+ graduation rate and multiple awards, we prepare students for academic and career success.

As a Special Education Teacher you will create a supportive, trauma‑informed classroom where youth can grow academically and socially. You will develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs), monitor student progress, and provide guidance that promotes healing and resilience. You will collaborate closely with families, staff, and other professionals to ensure every student succeeds.

• Develop, implement, and update IEPs for assigned students.
• Deliver evidence‑based academic and social‑emotional instruction.
• Monitor and assess student progress using formative and summative evaluations.
• Maintain a therapeutic classroom environment that promotes healing and resists re‑traumatization.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and multidisciplinary teams to support student growth.
• Document student progress, maintain accurate records, and participate in staff meetings and professional development.

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education.
• Current LBS1 teaching certificate from the State of Illinois or an out‑of‑state equivalent with the goal of securing Illinois certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• No history of child abuse or neglect; ability to pass required background and drug screenings.

This full‑time, on‑site position is located at our Therapeutic Day School at 4833 N Francisco Ave, Monday to Friday, with typical school hours and flexibility for meetings and professional development. Occasional local travel may be required for educational or professional purposes.

• Salary: $55,000‑$60,000/year, based on experience.
• 7+ weeks vacation + 9 holidays.
• Small pupil/teacher ratio.
• Creative curriculum.
• Medical insurance – HMO and PPO options.
• Dental insurance – HMO and PPO options.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 5% employer match and auto‑vesting.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Medical and Dependent Care.
• Pre‑tax Commuter benefits – Parking and Transit.
• 100% employer‑paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance.
• Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Children.
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance.
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability.
• 100% employer‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Wellness Reimbursement Program.
• Employee Referral Bonus up to $1,500.
• Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for licensed employees.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Submit your application here
. We look forward to learning more about you!

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Following job offer acceptance, all new hires are required to complete a background check through the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). Individuals who have lived outside of Illinois may also be subject to out‑of‑state checks, which can take up to eight weeks to process. While these checks are pending, candidates should continue completing all other pre‑boarding requirements. Employment may begin once all pre‑boarding steps are complete and DCFS clearance has been received.