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Special Education Teacher

Eleutheria•Chicago, IL
•$50 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

Lead a special education classroom serving students with diverse learning needs. Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), manage classroom behavior using Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), supervise paraprofessionals, and collaborate with families and staff to support students’ academic and social growth. The role combines instructional leadership with hands-on teaching in a supportive, mission-driven environment. The position is for the 2026–2027 school year in Chicago, Illinois, and is full-time. Pay is $50–$55 per hour. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is currently offered. Point Quest Group, through its partner IEP Therapy, provides regular caseload check-ins and clinical consultation from in-house directors who carry no caseloads, local office support backed by a national organization, and a range of professional and employee benefits. Point Quest Group partners with more than 350 school districts and provides in-district services, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing, with a commitment to putting students first.

Requirements

  • Valid teaching certificate with a Special Education endorsement.
  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • DOJ/FBI Live Scan background check and TB clearance, as applicable by state.

Nice To Haves

  • Master’s degree in Special Education is strongly preferred.
  • 2–5 years of experience working with students with learning and/or social-emotional needs.
  • Experience implementing curriculum and behavior interventions.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency with IEP documentation systems.

Responsibilities

  • Develop lesson plans with accommodations aligned to IEP goals and state standards.
  • Adapt general education curriculum to meet individual student needs.
  • Implement and manage the classroom PBIS program, including behavior tracking and parent communication.
  • Supervise and direct paraprofessionals assigned to the classroom.
  • Attend and lead IEP meetings; write updates and maintain compliant documentation.
  • Conduct assessments and track student progress toward IEP goals.
  • Collaborate with related service providers, families, and outside agencies.
  • Support implementation of assistive technology and augmentative communication devices.

Benefits

  • $5,000 sign-on bonus.
  • CEU, license, and tuition reimbursement.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Spread pay option.
  • Paid sick time.
  • Life and short-term disability insurance.
  • Quarterly appreciation gifts.
  • Online lending library.
  • Regular caseload check-ins and clinical consultation from in-house directors who carry no caseloads.
  • Local office support with the resources of a national organization.

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