Special Education Teacher

Ampersand Therapy • Rockford, IL

41d • Onsite

About The Position

Special Education Teacher – 2025–2026 School Year – In‑Person Ampersand Therapy is hiring passionate Special Education Teachers for the 2025–2026 school year! We offer full-time, in-person opportunities and are open to both experienced educators and recent graduates ready to make an impact. We are a women-, therapist-, and minority-founded company that began in Washington and is now proudly local to Illinois. Our team is built by professionals who’ve worked in school settings—and we’re here to support your career with the empathy and understanding you deserve. Position Details signing bonuses for those starting now! Schedule: Full‑Time Start Date: ASAP Location: In-person Open Roles: Low Incidence K-5 priority Low Incidence K-5 Autism Classroom Early Childhood Education Instructional K-5 Classroom Hearing Impaired Visually Impaired K-12 Positions Low Incidence 6-8 or 9-12(Part-Time) Instructional 6-8 Teacher High School Positions

Requirements

• Valid Illinois PEL with LBS1 Endorsement
• Strong commitment to inclusive, student-centered practices
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills
• Fingerprinting required prior to start

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction aligned with IEP goals
• Attend IEP meetings and contribute to student-centered planning
• Collaborate with school teams, families, and service providers
• Maintain accurate documentation and timely progress reporting
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Reimbursements for licensing, CEUs, and professional fees
• Mileage Reimbursement at IRS Rate
• W2 Employment
• General & Professional Liability Insurance
• Referral Bonuses
• No Non-Compete Clauses
• Paid Volunteer Time + Charity Donation Matching

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed