Special Education Teacher (LBS1)

Excel Prep

31d•Onsite

About The Position

ExcelPrep is seeking a highly qualified, mission-aligned Special Education Teacher to join our team in Champaign, Illinois. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity for an educator who is passionate about supporting neurodiverse learners through structured, research-based, and data-driven instruction. The ideal candidate will bring strong instructional expertise, a deep commitment to student growth, and the ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary educational and therapeutic environment. About ExcelPrep ExcelPrep is a mission-driven private program serving neurodiverse children through structured, research-based instruction. Our mission is simple: to prioritize the academic and social success of neurodiverse learners. We are a professional and agile organization committed to delivering high-quality academic and therapeutic programming that supports meaningful learning outcomes. Our goal is to provide a nurturing, academically focused environment where students develop strong academic foundations, cognitive-linguistic skills, and the confidence needed to succeed in school and beyond. The Bloomington program reflects the same model and standards as ExcelPrep’s Champaign program, with a strong emphasis on instructional excellence, data-based decision making, and integrated academic and therapeutic support. Our Programs PreK–8 Academic Program Our PreK–8 Academic Program is grounded in Direct Instruction and Precision Teaching. Instruction focuses on core academic skills, including reading, writing, and mathematics, through explicit and systematic teaching methods that emphasize: Mastery Fluency Generalization This program is designed for students with learning disabilities and neurodiverse profiles who benefit from structured, data-driven instruction. Clinical ABA Program (Ages 3–13) Our Clinical ABA Program is cognition-linguistically based and emphasizes cognitive skill development and social behavior learning within a structured instructional environment. The program integrates Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with teaching strategies that support: Language development Reasoning Executive functioning Social competence Instruction is individualized, data-driven, and focused on building foundational skills that support learning, communication, and independence. Instructional and Therapeutic Framework Across ExcelPrep programs, we center: Direct Instruction and instructional design Precision Teaching and data-based decision making Instruction grounded in behavior science research Occupational Therapy as a prioritized therapy alongside ABA in support of sensory-motor development Position Summary The Special Education Teacher will play a central role in delivering high-quality instruction and individualized support for neurodiverse learners. This individual will be responsible for planning and implementing structured academic programming, monitoring student progress, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining a classroom environment that supports strong academic, behavioral, and social outcomes. This role is well suited for an educator who values professionalism, precision, collaboration, and evidence-based practice.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, Education, or a closely related field
Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with LBS1 endorsement, or eligibility to obtain appropriate Illinois credentials
Experience working with students with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and other neurodiverse learning profiles
Strong knowledge of individualized instruction, structured teaching practices, and progress monitoring
Demonstrated ability to use student data to guide instructional decision-making
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Commitment to professionalism, collaboration, and evidence-based educational practice

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Special Education, Education, Psychology, or a related field
Experience with Direct Instruction and/or Precision Teaching
Familiarity with ABA principles and interdisciplinary collaboration
Experience in a private school, specialized educational setting, clinical setting, or therapeutic learning environment
Knowledge of cognitive-linguistic, behavioral, and sensory-motor learning needs
Bilingual or multilingual abilities

Responsibilities

Provide individualized and small-group instruction to students with diverse academic, behavioral, and developmental needs
Design and implement instructional programming aligned with student profiles, goals, and learning needs
Deliver explicit, systematic instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, and related academic readiness skills
Apply research-based methodologies, including Direct Instruction and Precision Teaching, to support student mastery, fluency, and generalization
Differentiate instruction within a structured educational setting to meet a range of learner needs
Collect, analyze, and interpret student performance data to inform instructional planning
Monitor progress toward individualized academic, behavioral, and developmental goals
Make timely instructional adjustments based on objective student data
Maintain accurate, organized, and compliant student records, reports, and documentation
Collaborate closely with teachers, paraprofessionals, ABA staff, Occupational Therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members
Communicate professionally and effectively with families regarding student progress, goals, and instructional strategies
Participate actively in team meetings, case discussions, planning sessions, and school-wide initiatives
Foster a structured, supportive, and academically focused classroom environment
Support implementation fidelity of instructional and behavior support systems
Participate in training, coaching, and ongoing professional development
Contribute to program refinement and continuous improvement efforts