? High Salary: 2025-2026 Special Education Teacher

Location: Chicago
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions organization that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals connect with meaningful new opportunities with the nation's top schools. We are seeking a full-time Special Education Teacher (LBS1) for the 2025–2026 school year in Will County, IL. This is a meaningful opportunity to support students with diverse learning needs in a collaborative, student-centered environment. You'll work alongside a team of dedicated educators and specialists to create and deliver individualized instruction that drives real impact. Position Details - Position: Special Education Teacher (LBS1) - Location: Will County, IL - Schedule: Monday to Friday, School Hours - Duration: August 2025 – May 2026 Key Responsibilities - Provide direct instruction aligned with students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) - Modify curriculum and teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs - Collaborate with general education teachers, paraprofessionals, and support staff - Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to development and progress monitoring - Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with state and federal special education regulations - Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes student growth Qualifications - Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Special Education or related field - Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with LBS1 endorsement - Experience working with students who have a range of learning and behavioral needs What We Offer - Competitive pay with weekly direct deposit - Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision (for eligible roles) - A variety of school district placements tailored to your goals - Personalized support from our team throughout the school year - Opportunities for professional growth and long-term placements Why Apply? If you’re passionate about empowering students through individualized instruction and collaboration, we’d love to connect. Join us in making a difference in the lives of students across Will County. Take the next step in your special education career with Onward Search Education. Employer Details: - - Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO. - - In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. - - Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees. - - Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments. - - Onward Search is a drug-free workplace. - - Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.

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