Special Education Teacher (LBS1) – High School

Cross Country Education • Chicago, IL

9h • $45 - $50

About The Position

Is your passion driving you to make a profound difference? Cross Country Education is seeking exceptional Special Education Teachers ready to champion the success of high-risk students in Chicago, IL , for the '25-'26 school year. Bring your expertise to a supportive environment where your leadership will help shape futures at one of the multiple Chicago campuses including Downtown, West Town, and South Side! Position Overview: Deliver standards-aligned lessons for high-risk high school students in the mild-to-moderate range, focusing on diverse learning styles and credit recovery. Lead the development and implementation of compliant Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with families and multidisciplinary support teams. Implement data-driven interventions to re-engage high-truancy students and address systemic barriers like poverty and housing insecurity. Manage a specialized caseload focused on closing learning deficits and creating clear pathways to high school graduation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred)
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBS1) endorsement
• Prior experience working as a Special Education Teacher, ideally with high school students
• Proven ability and experience implementing behavior management and crisis intervention strategies for high-risk or at-promise youth

Nice To Haves

• Master’s

Responsibilities

• Deliver standards-aligned lessons for high-risk high school students in the mild-to-moderate range, focusing on diverse learning styles and credit recovery.
• Lead the development and implementation of compliant Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with families and multidisciplinary support teams.
• Implement data-driven interventions to re-engage high-truancy students and address systemic barriers like poverty and housing insecurity.
• Manage a specialized caseload focused on closing learning deficits and creating clear pathways to high school graduation.

Benefits

• Top Compensation : Earn $44.90 - $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 long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance : Security of a guaranteed 40-hour workweek and the peace of mind that comes with paid sick leave .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level