Special Education Teacher

Sign-On Bonus

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

$48,380 to $92,135

Therapeutic special education school serving K-12 is seeking a qualified Special Education Teacher
. Our private schools prepare and empower each student for successful experiences in school, at home and in the community by providing a structured, nurturing, and therapeutic learning environment. We have locations in Urbana, and in Rossville, IL. We are currently hiring for our Rossville location.

The classroom teacher is responsible for establishing a learning environment that provides the highest quality of academic instruction with Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and mental health stability. Work with small class sizes in a supportive and positive work environment with a classroom support staff. State of Illinois LBS1 certificate required.

• 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.

• Education:
  
  Bachelors 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.

• 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.
• Summer Income:
  Opportunity to earn additional income over the summer (31 days at $35/hour).
• State‑of‑the‑art facilities;
  Cunningham Children's Home is a qualified employer under the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

• 401(k) with agency contribution and matching.
• Dental insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending account.
• Health insurance.
• Life insurance.
  
  Paid time off.
• Referral program.
• Relocation assistance.
• Vision insurance.

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