Special Education Teacher 2025-2026 Job at Onward Search Education, Chicago, IL

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  • Onward Search Education
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Onward Search Education partners with school districts and charter schools across Illinois to connect dedicated educators with meaningful opportunities. We’re currently hiring a full-time Special Education Teacher (LBS1) for the 2025–2026 school year in Cook County, IL.

If you're passionate about supporting high school students with diverse learning needs and thrive in a structured, student-centered environment, this could be a great fit.

Position Details:

  • Location: South Chicago, IL

  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:50 AM–3:20 PM

  • Dates: August 2025 – June 2026

  • Caseload: 10–12 students, Grades 9–12

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals

  • Develop compliant, data-driven IEPs

  • Foster a supportive, inclusive learning environment

  • Collaborate with general educators, related services, and families

  • Track and report student progress

  • Participate in IEP meetings and school team planning

Requirements:

  • Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

  • Endorsement in Learning Behavior Specialist 1 (LBS1)

  • Demonstrated ability to develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs)

  • Strong collaboration skills with multidisciplinary teams, students, and families

  • Prior experience working with high school-aged students preferred

  • Excellent organizational, communication, and documentation skills

Why Work With Onward Search Education?

  • Weekly pay

  • Personalized recruiter support

  • CEU and licensure reimbursement

  • Referral bonus program

  • Streamlined onboarding

  • Access to exclusive school-year and summer opportunities

Help shape the academic and personal growth of high school students during a critical time in their development. If you’re ready to make a lasting impact, apply today — we’d love to connect!

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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