Provisional License Special Education Teacher
Motivated Learners•Wheeling, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
Inspired Learners Academy (ILA) is looking for a Provisional License Special Education Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. This is a unique opportunity for someone with a bachelor’s degree who wants to become a licensed Special Education Teacher while gaining hands-on experience in an ABA-based therapeutic day school. With an approved alternative or provisional teaching license, eligible candidates may be able to teach while completing their Special Education licensure program.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- Eligibility for an appropriate Illinois provisional or alternative teaching license
- Willingness to enroll in or currently be enrolled in a Special Education licensure program
- Passion for working with students with autism and other learning or behavioral needs
- Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills
- Ability to provide structure, consistency, patience, and flexibility
Nice To Haves
- Experience in ABA, special education, education, or working with individuals with disabilities is strongly preferred
- RBT experience is a huge plus!
Responsibilities
- Lead a classroom serving students with autism and individualized learning needs
- Develop and implement individualized academic instruction
- Support students' IEP goals and educational programming
- Work closely with BCBAs and RBTs to integrate educational and behavioral programming throughout the school day
- Create a structured, positive, and engaging classroom environment
- Support students in developing academic, communication, social, behavioral, and independent living skills
- Collaborate with related service providers, school leadership, families, and other members of the educational team
- Participate in ongoing training, mentorship, and professional developments
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Tuition assistance
- Up to $5,000 per year in tuition reimbursement with a signed 3-year teaching commitment to ILA
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for Full-Time Employees
- Paid Leave & Floating Holidays
- Professional Development & Career Growth
- Meaningful Work that Matters
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
