Special Education Teacher
About The Position
Point Quest Group is hiring a full-time Special Education Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, at $40–$45 per hour. The teacher will lead a classroom serving students with diverse learning needs, providing hands-on instruction and instructional leadership in a supportive, mission-driven environment. Responsibilities include developing and implementing IEPs, supporting students’ academic and social growth, managing classroom behavior using PBIS, supervising paraprofessionals, and collaborating with families and staff. Point Quest Group describes itself as a national provider of special education services that partners with more than 350 school districts. Through in-district services, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing, the organization provides personalized support to students. The position includes regular caseload check-ins and clinical consultation from in-house Directors who carry no caseloads, as well as local office support backed by a national organization.
Requirements
- Valid Illinois teaching certificate with a Special Education endorsement.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- DOJ/FBI Live Scan background clearance and TB clearance, as applicable by state.
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without assistive devices or accommodations.
- Frequent reaching, handling, standing, walking, and lifting items up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Ability to work in moderate to high noise levels.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Special Education is strongly preferred.
- Two to five years of experience working with students with learning and/or social-emotional needs.
- Experience implementing curriculum and behavior interventions.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with IEP documentation systems.
Responsibilities
- Develop lesson plans with accommodations aligned to IEP goals and state standards.
- Adapt the general education curriculum to meet individual student needs.
- Implement and manage the classroom PBIS program, including behavior tracking and parent communication.
- Supervise and direct paraprofessionals assigned to the classroom.
- Attend and lead IEP meetings, write updates, and maintain compliant documentation.
- Conduct assessments and track student progress toward IEP goals.
- Collaborate with related service providers, families, and outside agencies.
- Support the implementation of assistive technology and augmentative communication devices.
Benefits
- CEU, license, and tuition reimbursement.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Spread pay option.
- Paid sick time.
- Life and short-term disability insurance.
- Quarterly appreciation gifts.
- Online lending library.
- Regular caseload check-ins and clinical consultation from in-house Directors who carry no caseloads.
- Local office support with the resources of a national organization.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
