Special Education Teacher

Lawrence Hall•Chicago, IL

12d•$55,000•Onsite

About The Position

Who we are Lawrence Hall is a Chicago-based nonprofit social services agency providing therapeutic, wellness, and skill-building programs to youth, families, and neighborhoods affected by trauma. Our Therapeutic Day School serves CPS-referred youth ages 5 - 22 with emotional, intellectual, or learning challenges. We provide personalized, IEP-driven instruction paired with therapeutic arts to promote skill mastery and engagement. With a 90%+ graduation rate and multiple awards, we prepare students for academic and career success. About the Role Be the steady presence a student needs. As a Special Education Teacher, you will create a supportive, trauma-informed classroom where youth can grow academically and socially. You ' ll develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs), monitor student progress, and provide guidance that promotes healing and resilience. This role is perfect for you if you're looking for: Strong support from experienced educators, clinicians, and leadership Small class sizes and low student-to-teacher ratios Opportunity to build skills in behavior intervention and trauma-informed teaching Collaborative, team-based environment (you are not doing this alone) Hands-on experience with IEP development, implementation, and progress monitoring Meaningful work with students who benefit deeply from consistency and care

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Special Education
Current LBS1 teaching certificate (Illinois) or eligibility to obtain licensure in Illinois
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
No history of child abuse or neglect; ability to pass required background and drug screenings

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and update IEPs for assigned students.
Deliver evidence-based academic and social-emotional instruction.
Monitor and assess student progress using formative and summative evaluations.
Maintain a therapeutic classroom environment that promotes healing and resists re-traumatization.
Collaborate with families, caregivers, and multidisciplinary teams to support student growth.
Document student progress, maintain accurate records, and participate in staff meetings and professional development.

Benefits

Salary: Starting at $55,000/year, based on experience.
7+weeks vacation + 9 holidays
Small pupil/teacher ratio
Creative curriculum
Medical insurance - HMO and PPO options
Dental insurance - HMO and PPO options
Vision insurance
401(k) with up to 5% employer match and auto-vesting
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Medical and Dependent Care
Pre-tax Commuter benefits - Parking and Transit
100% employer-paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Children
Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
100% employer- paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free counseling and life resources
Wellness Reimbursement Program
Employee Referral Bonus up to $1,500
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for licensed employees
Public Service Loan Forgiveness