Inclusion Special Education Teacher (LBS1)
About The Position
Ready to champion student success in the heart of Chicago, Illinois ? Cross Country Education is looking for a dedicated Special Education Teacher to join a vibrant school community! This is your chance to lead high-impact inclusion and co-teaching efforts, directly empowering a focused caseload of students to reach their full potential for the 2025-2026 school year. Position Overview: Facilitate specialized instruction for a 5th/6th-grade caseload, specifically focusing on co-teaching (inclusion) for reading and direct pull-out support for mathematics. Partner with general education teachers to implement inclusive strategies, ensuring students meet their academic goals within the least restrictive environment. Develop and implement supports for student behavior and independent functioning, fostering both social-emotional growth and classroom success. Lead the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), meticulously collecting progress monitoring data and adjusting strategies to meet individual student needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or higher
- Valid Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) Teaching License with a Learning Behavior Specialist 1 (LBS1) endorsement
Nice To Haves
- Experience with co-teaching models, behavior intervention plans (BIPs), and proficiency in school-based databases (Aspen/IMPACT)
Responsibilities
- Facilitate specialized instruction for a 5th/6th-grade caseload, specifically focusing on co-teaching (inclusion) for reading and direct pull-out support for mathematics.
- Partner with general education teachers to implement inclusive strategies, ensuring students meet their academic goals within the least restrictive environment.
- Develop and implement supports for student behavior and independent functioning, fostering both social-emotional growth and classroom success.
- Lead the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), meticulously collecting progress monitoring data and adjusting strategies to meet individual student needs.
Benefits
- Top Compensation : Earn $42.90 - $49.60 Per Hour , based on your experience and qualifications as a Special Education Teacher, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
- Generous Benefits : Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support your long-term financial goals.
- Work-Life Balance : Enjoy the stability of a consistent 40-hour week , including paid sick leave .
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Job Type
Full-time
