Special Education Teacher – Upper Elementary Resource

Clarifi Staffing Solutions • Schaumburg, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Clarifi Staffing Solutions is recruiting a full-time Special Education Teacher for an Illinois elementary school district, supporting students in grades 3–5 in a resource room for the full school year. The teacher will provide targeted, individualized academic instruction to help students strengthen essential skills, progress toward learning goals, and access the general education curriculum in ways that meet their individual needs.

Instruction will be delivered one-on-one and in small groups, aligned with each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). The teacher will differentiate learning by adapting instructional materials, assignments, and teaching methods to address varied academic abilities and learning needs. The role also includes monitoring student performance, reviewing data, refining instruction, maintaining accurate records, coordinating IEP activities, and collaborating with educators, service providers, administrators, and families. Interviews are being scheduled in advance as the district prepares to fill the opening.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with the appropriate Learning Behavior Specialist 1 (LBS1) endorsement.
• Strong instructional, organizational, classroom-management, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with educators, families, and student support professionals.

Nice To Haves

• Previous school-based special education experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted, individualized one-on-one and small-group instruction aligned with each student’s IEP.
• Adapt instructional materials, assignments, and teaching methods to address students’ varied academic abilities and learning needs.
• Review student performance data, measure individual growth, and refine instructional approaches.
• Maintain highly accurate student records.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to student goal-setting.
• Keep relevant team members updated on student progress.
• Coordinate with general education teachers, related-service providers, administrators, and families to support students consistently.

What This Job Offers

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