Special Education Teacher (LBS1) – Alternative High School Education

Cross Country Education • Chicago, IL

5d • $40 - $41

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! Position Overview: Develop and deliver highly individualized, standards-aligned instruction to high-risk students (Grades 9-12), tailoring lessons and materials for diverse learning styles. Lead the development, implementation, and review of compliant and comprehensive Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with families and support teams. Implement data-driven interventions to actively engage high-truancy students, strategically addressing systemic barriers (e.g., poverty, family insecurity) to foster consistent school attendance and academic success.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBS1) endorsement

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working as a Special Education Teacher, ideally with high school students (Preferred)
• Proven ability and experience implementing behavior management and crisis intervention strategies for high-risk or at-promise youth (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver highly individualized, standards-aligned instruction to high-risk students (Grades 9-12), tailoring lessons and materials for diverse learning styles.
• Lead the development, implementation, and review of compliant and comprehensive Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in collaboration with families and support teams.
• Implement data-driven interventions to actively engage high-truancy students, strategically addressing systemic barriers (e.g., poverty, family insecurity) to foster consistent school attendance and academic success.

Benefits

• Top Compensation : Earn up to $39.50 - $40.50 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, PTO, and a 401(k) match to support long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance : Special Education Teachers receive the 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