Special Education Teacher (SPED)

Healthpro Heritage, LLC • Chicago, IL

5d • $50 - $52 • Onsite

About The Position

HealthPRO Pediatrics is looking for a Special Education Teacher - SPED (PEL/LBS1) to join their team in Chicago, IL. This role involves joining a collaborative therapy team to support students' academic and functional success. The position is for grades 5th-8th, full-time, 40 hours per week, with a pay rate of $50-$52/hour. HealthPRO Pediatrics is a division of HealthPro Heritage, described as a family dedicated to empowering children, supporting families, and fostering growth, and a leader in pediatric therapy providing a purpose-driven environment.

Requirements

• Must hold a current license to practice in the state of Illinois
• PEL and LBS1 required for this position
• Have successful experience working with culturally diverse families.
• Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development

Responsibilities

• Consult and collaborate with School staff and families in regards to students’ educational deficits
• Conduct initial screenings as well as comprehensive evaluations
• Participate in the IEP process in developing present levels of performance, goals and objectives, and treatment recommendations for students qualifying for Special Education services
• Provide Special Education sessions through the use of current best practices based on prescribed services in the IEP
• Maintain all documentation required by the district including, but not limited to, notes, monthly summaries, and annual IEP’s

Benefits

• Great schedules with weekends, holidays, & summers off
• Generous PTO Accrual
• Year-Round Benefits packages for FT employees including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, free CEUs & more!
• W-2 position
• Mentorship from multiple disciplines across our experienced, collaborative pediatric team

What This Job Offers

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